Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical EG II

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.

I.    POSITION OBJECTIVE 

The purpose of this position is to provide piping engineering support for daily operations and assigned EG engineering activities during the design, construction, pre-commissioning, and startup phases of improvement projects. This position is responsible for executing piping engineering activities, including piping and equipment layout design, 3D modeling, piping isometric drawings, stress analysis, and related engineering deliverables.

The role ensures engineering deliverables are accurate, efficient, and compliant with FPC specifications, applicable design codes, industry standards, company policies, and OSHA requirements. In addition, the position collaborates with cross-functional groups to support project cost, schedule, and quality objectives while providing technical engineering support throughout construction and project execution activities.

II.    MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY 

Project Coordination and Execution: Serve as PIC coordinator for improvement and expansion projects by collecting and evaluating engineering data, specifications, drawings, and operational input. Coordinate project activities with all related PICs and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Budget, Schedule, and Procurement Management: Estimate, coordinate, and manage B-2 project budgets and schedules within approved scope requirements. Prepare purchasing requisitions, review vendor drawings and quotations, and support procurement activities to ensure timely project completion.

Engineering Design and Technical Support: Perform piping design work, develop ISOs and 3D models, and provide technical support for bid package development and project execution activities. Apply engineering knowledge and technical expertise to achieve project goals.

Problem Solving and Quality Assurance: Identify and resolve technical issues, design errors, and potential field interferences involving existing piping, equipment, and structures to minimize construction delays, rework, and project impacts.

Leadership and Team Development: Provide technical guidance, coaching, and leadership to team members to support professional development, knowledge sharing, and overall team performance improvement.

THM: Promote cleanliness and order through the implementation of the Total House Keeping Maintenance program. Emphasize Nothing Touch Ground program and No Visual Pollution program. Maintain the plant in like new condition.

III.    QUALIFICATIONS

• Education
  • BS Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering required; other engineering disciplines from ABET-accredited universities may be considered. A BS Engineering degree related to Piping Design is preferred.
• Previous Related Experience Required 
  • No prior experience is required but 1 ~ 2 years of experience in piping improvement and/or project execution/management of petrochemical industries is preferred.
• Technical Skills Required to Perform This Job
  • Familiar with engineering standards, such as ASME, ANSI, API, FPC Project, and piping design-related documents
  • Computer skills, including but not limited to MS Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
  • Familiar with general piping, engineering standards and industrial requirements.
  • Knowledge of corporate "workflow" system, department responsibilities, and maintenance procedures preferred.
  • Familiar with piping design utilizing 2D or 3D software’s.

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