Sr. Corporate Reliability Engineer - Docks (Arabi, LA, US)

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®.  ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The Senior Corporate Reliability Engineer – Docks is responsible for leading both the reliability and maintenance engineering efforts, as well as driving improvements across ASR Group’s network of maritime dock operations. This role focuses on improving the reliability, safety, and performance of critical dockside equipment including cranes, large material handlers, conveyor systems, and bulk scales. The engineer will lead and support continuous improvement (CI) initiatives, conduct root cause analyses, and drive capital projects that enhance operational uptime and safety on the dock.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead reliability engineering efforts for dockside equipment including ship unloaders, gantry cranes, mobile material handlers, belt and screw conveyors, bucket elevators, and bulk weighing systems.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve equipment uptime and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Conduct root cause failure analyses (RCFA) and lead defect elimination initiatives through Lean Six Sigma projects.
• Oversee condition-based monitoring programs (e.g., vibration analysis, oil analysis) and annual inspections for rotating and structural dock equipment.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend capital projects for equipment upgrades or replacements to improve safety, reliability, and productivity.
• Collaborate with Dock Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to plan and execute maintenance shutdowns and equipment overhauls.
• Lead weekly and monthly operations meetings with all sites to understand operating performance and align on actions necessary to drive results.
• Maintain and update CMMS (SAP) records, equipment hierarchies, and spare parts inventories.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA maritime safety standards and U.S. Coast Guard regulations, support safety audits and inspections.
• Support Management of Change (MOC) processes for dock equipment modifications or new installations.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and structural issues on dock equipment.
• Contribute to the development of dock reliability KPIs and dashboards.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AND WORK EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Marine Engineering or similar Engineering degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 5 years experience in Dock Reliability Operations or High School Diploma/General Education Degree (GED) and minimum of 10 years experience in Dock Reliability Operations required.
• Experience should include cranes, ship unloaders, large material handlers, belt conveyors, screw conveyors, bucket elevators, bulk scales, plus mechanical systems such as hydraulic drives, gearboxes, motors, and structural components.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies, reliability engineering tools, and capital project development and execution required.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is significantly preferred.
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) preferred.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Demonstrated experience and skills with plant maintenance, Agriculture Food handling best practices, GMP, problem-solving, and continuous improvement techniques.
•  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP, and AutoCAD.

LOCATION OF ROLE/TRAVEL

• Baltimore, MD or Chalmette, LA
• Approximately 30-50% travel to ASR North America docks in Crockett,CA; Baltimore, MD; Chalmette, LA; and Toronto-CAN.

SALARY PAY RANGE:  $93,000 – $172,500 plus bonus

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.