Discipline Engineer Mechanical (rotating)

At Hexion, we develop innovative performance materials that serve as essential building blocks for industries such as construction, agriculture, energy, automotive, and infrastructure protection. Our solutions help customers create products that are stronger, safer, and more sustainable.

With a strong legacy of innovation, we are committed to operating safely, acting with integrity, and building a more sustainable future for our employees, customers, and communities.

Technical Authority

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for rotating equipment and provide technical support for static mechanical equipment.
• Develop, maintain and govern site standards, engineering practices and specifications for mechanical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, industry best practices and applicable Dutch and European regulations.
• Review and approve technical deviations, repair strategies and equipment modifications.
• Provide technical leadership in Management of Change (MoC) processes.
• Support maintenance and project teams with complex technical issues and troubleshooting activities.

Reliability & Asset Performance

• Lead root cause analyses (RCA) for significant equipment failures and recurring reliability issues.
• Identify bad actors and develop improvement plans to enhance equipment reliability and availability.
• Analyze equipment performance data, vibration trends and condition monitoring reports.
• Develop life-cycle management strategies for critical rotating assets.
• Maintain and update Long Term Asset Plans (LTAP) for assigned equipment.
• Contribute to Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), FMEA and asset risk assessment activities.
• Support equipment integrity programs and define corrective actions based on inspection and condition monitoring findings.

Rotating Equipment Engineering

Provide technical expertise for:

• Centrifugal and positive displacement pumps
• Reciprocating Compressors
• Gearboxes
• Mechanical seals
• Lubrication systems
• Auxiliary rotating equipment
• Review and assess:
• Equipment design and specifications
• Fit-for-purpose assessments
• Condition monitoring data
• Failure investigations
• Repair recommendations
• Vendor proposals and technical bids
• Equipment criticality assessments
• Maintenance strategies and intervals

Strategic Focus & Direction

• Develops and drives long-term technical and asset management strategies.
• Aligns engineering decisions with business objectives, reliability targets, and risk management principles.
• Identifies opportunities to improve asset performance, sustainability, and lifecycle value.

Trust & Teamwork

• Builds strong relationships across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Projects.
• Collaborates effectively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver practical solutions.
• Shares knowledge and expertise to support team development and technical excellence.

Personal Leadership

• Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and sound engineering judgment.
• Leads by example in safety, compliance, and professional standards.
• Takes initiative in solving complex technical challenges and driving continuous improvement.

Achieve Business Results

• Delivers measurable improvements in equipment reliability, availability, and performance.
• Identifies and implements cost-effective solutions that reduce risk and enhance operational efficiency.
• Focuses on sustainable business value through continuous improvement and asset optimization.

Education

• Technical Bachelor's (HTS) or Master's (Technical university) Degree.

Experience

• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant Mechanical Engineering experience in the chemical, petrochemical, refining, energy or industrial sector.
• Strong experience with rotating equipment is required. Experience with static equipment and mechanical integrity programs is preferred
• Technical Knowledge
• Demonstrated knowledge of:
• Pumps, compressors, gearboxes and mechanical seals.
  condition monitoring techniques (rotating and static).
• Reliability engineering methodologies.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Experience with relevant standards including:
• API standards
• ISO 10816 / ISO 20816
• ATEX (mechanical)
• Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
• Required additional skills:
• Good communication skills, fluency in Dutch and English
• Strong focus on safety
• Sense of responsibility
• Accessible
• Pro active
• Distinguishes essentials from the rest

Language Requirements

• Fluent in Dutch and English, both verbal and written.