Maintenance Engineer

Solvay is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Maintenance Execution team, composed of 70 people, is integrated into the Maintenance department and focuses on maintenance safety, precision and productivity.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be in a tactical function for the maintenance and reliability objectives, with the responsibility of improving execution processes and practices to continuously increase the maintenance quality, productivity and safety.  You will be accountable for: 

• Lead and manage the mechanical maintenance execution team, setting goals, development plans, and optimizing resources to ensure high safety, productivity, and efficiency.
• Conduct Root Cause Analyses and lead improvement projects focused on enhancing safety, precision, and overall maintenance process performance.
• Manage contractor performance (short- and long-term contracts) through KPI reviews, audits, and make-or-buy decisions, while monitoring quality, HSE, reliability, and productivity.
• Develop and qualify new contractors for maintenance services and materials to boost productivity, reliability, and optimize asset life cycle costs.
• Support and lead risk and change management analyses (MoC) to mitigate impacts on safety and operations.

We offer a permanent contract based on onsite working mode.

About you

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. At least 1 year of experience in technical areas of industrial engineering/maintenance. CREA registered

Competencies: 

• Technical & Professional Skills: SAP PM knowledge, CREA registered, intermediate English proficiency.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with ability to set priorities and evaluate financial impacts.
• Adaptability & Goal Orientation: Capable of working in dynamic environments, handling multiple priorities, and driving results toward defined objectives.

Behaviors

• Adaptability, Communication & Collaboration: Effective communication skills, adaptable to changing environments, strong teamwork mindset with accountability for outcomes.
• Creativity & Problem-Solving: Ability to generate innovative ideas, apply creativity, and communicate effectively across diverse contexts.
• Self-Direction & Goal Orientation: Independent, disciplined, and capable of working toward defined goals while managing multiple priorities.

About the pay

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role with 13o salary and 30% of Hazard pay is: R$ 120,000 - R$ 150,000 per year in Brazil.

Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

Benefits:

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world's most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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