Formosa Plastics
Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.
Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas.
Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid.
We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities.
Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.
EJA2 - ENGINEER I - 13E
Mechanical/ Corrosion Engineer Formosa Plastics, Baton Rouge, LA 70805 Full Time Job Description: Conduct corrosion research for pressure vessels, piping, and storage tanks based on relevant data to develop and update corrosion control documents. This includes performing inspection and maintenance audits, conducting risk-based inspection (RBI) assessments, and analyzing the root causes of leakage or volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. Provide process safety management (PSM) operation and process corrosion problem analysis and improvement. Perform corrosion or material of construction (MOC) failure analysis and evaluation to prevent corrosion-related leakage and accidents. Provide engineering principles, expertise, and technical assistance to the mechanical maintenance supervisor. Major Areas of Accountability: 1. Ensure proper execution of maintenance policies and procedures of FPC. 2. Identify, plan, and coordinate training needs. 3. Prepare and submit a yearly Value Creation work plan to the department manager by the end of August, identifying at least five improvement projects for the upcoming year. 4. Provide coverage for the department manager, supervisor, and unit engineer during absences, supplying necessary information and documentation as directed. 5. Offer administrative assistance to supervisors and unit personnel, providing technical, material, and management support. MTC unit engineers will also develop a monthly management report. 6. Collect design, process, inspection, and repair data for pressure vessels, piping, and storage tanks. 7. Conduct corrosion research, including evaluating internal/external corrosion rates, mechanisms, environmental cracks, and other damage mechanisms. 8. Develop and maintain Corrosion Control Documents (CCDs). 9. Perform damage mechanism assessments for inspection, maintenance, and audit operations. 10. Participate in RBI assessments, including damage mechanism identification, systemization for Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and circuitization for Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs). 11. Conduct cause/root cause analysis of leakage and VOC escapes, based on damage mechanism research, and propose improvement suggestions. 12. Review and audit PSM operations and corrosion issues, such as Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and accident investigation. 13. Analyze process corrosion problems and cracks in the plant, developing improvement suggestions. Technical Skills Required to Perform This Job: 1. Strong analytical and communication skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Capable of writing clear reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. 2. Advanced mathematical skills: Possesses college-level mathematical proficiency for mechanical engineering data handling and calculations. 3. Problem-solving aptitude: Able to solve practical problems and manage complex variables in situations with limited standardization. 4. Instructional interpretation: Skilled at interpreting a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formats. 5. Proficient computer skills: Capable of utilizing computer software and applications necessary for engineering functions. 6. Knowledge of industry standards: Has a working knowledge of applicable regulations and industry standards and practices, including ASME, API, NACE, ASTM, and ANSI. 7. Certification requirements: Must either hold, or be able to obtain, API 510, 570, 571, and 653 certifications within five years. 8. Interpersonal skills: Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 9. Commitment to continuous learning: Demonstrates a drive and willingness to continuously learn and improve. Education/ Experience Requirement: BS or higher degree in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related majors. Related research background and/or chemical plant experience is preferred but not required. Other Requirements (Physical/Mental Demand, Schedule/Hours, Travel): 1. Physical: Candidates must meet the physical demands of the position's essential functions. 2. Flexibility: The role requires a flexible schedule, including the ability to work scheduled or unscheduled overtime, and travel for training and work-related commitments. 3. Language: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese are required. Compensation: Commensurate with background and experience.
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Health Coverage and Perks
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Group Term Life, Dependent and Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off for a balanced life (Vacation, Sick and Personal Time)
FlexTime Available
Competitive Compensation
Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match, Cash Balance, Pension Plan
Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas.
Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid.
We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities.
Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.
EJA2 - ENGINEER I - 13E
Mechanical/ Corrosion Engineer Formosa Plastics, Baton Rouge, LA 70805 Full Time Job Description: Conduct corrosion research for pressure vessels, piping, and storage tanks based on relevant data to develop and update corrosion control documents. This includes performing inspection and maintenance audits, conducting risk-based inspection (RBI) assessments, and analyzing the root causes of leakage or volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. Provide process safety management (PSM) operation and process corrosion problem analysis and improvement. Perform corrosion or material of construction (MOC) failure analysis and evaluation to prevent corrosion-related leakage and accidents. Provide engineering principles, expertise, and technical assistance to the mechanical maintenance supervisor. Major Areas of Accountability: 1. Ensure proper execution of maintenance policies and procedures of FPC. 2. Identify, plan, and coordinate training needs. 3. Prepare and submit a yearly Value Creation work plan to the department manager by the end of August, identifying at least five improvement projects for the upcoming year. 4. Provide coverage for the department manager, supervisor, and unit engineer during absences, supplying necessary information and documentation as directed. 5. Offer administrative assistance to supervisors and unit personnel, providing technical, material, and management support. MTC unit engineers will also develop a monthly management report. 6. Collect design, process, inspection, and repair data for pressure vessels, piping, and storage tanks. 7. Conduct corrosion research, including evaluating internal/external corrosion rates, mechanisms, environmental cracks, and other damage mechanisms. 8. Develop and maintain Corrosion Control Documents (CCDs). 9. Perform damage mechanism assessments for inspection, maintenance, and audit operations. 10. Participate in RBI assessments, including damage mechanism identification, systemization for Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and circuitization for Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs). 11. Conduct cause/root cause analysis of leakage and VOC escapes, based on damage mechanism research, and propose improvement suggestions. 12. Review and audit PSM operations and corrosion issues, such as Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and accident investigation. 13. Analyze process corrosion problems and cracks in the plant, developing improvement suggestions. Technical Skills Required to Perform This Job: 1. Strong analytical and communication skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Capable of writing clear reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. 2. Advanced mathematical skills: Possesses college-level mathematical proficiency for mechanical engineering data handling and calculations. 3. Problem-solving aptitude: Able to solve practical problems and manage complex variables in situations with limited standardization. 4. Instructional interpretation: Skilled at interpreting a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formats. 5. Proficient computer skills: Capable of utilizing computer software and applications necessary for engineering functions. 6. Knowledge of industry standards: Has a working knowledge of applicable regulations and industry standards and practices, including ASME, API, NACE, ASTM, and ANSI. 7. Certification requirements: Must either hold, or be able to obtain, API 510, 570, 571, and 653 certifications within five years. 8. Interpersonal skills: Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 9. Commitment to continuous learning: Demonstrates a drive and willingness to continuously learn and improve. Education/ Experience Requirement: BS or higher degree in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related majors. Related research background and/or chemical plant experience is preferred but not required. Other Requirements (Physical/Mental Demand, Schedule/Hours, Travel): 1. Physical: Candidates must meet the physical demands of the position's essential functions. 2. Flexibility: The role requires a flexible schedule, including the ability to work scheduled or unscheduled overtime, and travel for training and work-related commitments. 3. Language: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese are required. Compensation: Commensurate with background and experience.
Check Out Our Benefits
Health Coverage and Perks
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Group Term Life, Dependent and Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off for a balanced life (Vacation, Sick and Personal Time)
FlexTime Available
Competitive Compensation
Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match, Cash Balance, Pension Plan