Senior Technician – Condition Monitoring

To lead and execute advanced condition monitoring activities, perform in-depth equipment diagnostics, and proactively support the plant’s reliability and predictive maintenance strategy. The senior technician plays a key role in early fault detection, asset health assessment, and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Advanced Condition Monitoring Execution

   • Independently perform and interpret advanced condition monitoring techniques, including:

     • Vibration analysis (ISO CAT II/CAT III)

     • Thermography (thermal imaging)

     • Ultrasonic inspection

     • Oil and wear particle analysis

     • Motor current signature analysis

2. Fault Diagnosis & Corrective Recommendations

   • Diagnose complex mechanical issues such as resonance, bearing faults, misalignment, unbalance, and gear wear.

   • Provide actionable recommendations for corrective maintenance and machine reliability improvement.

3. Data Analysis & Reporting

   • Analyze historical and real-time data trends from condition monitoring systems.

   • Prepare detailed diagnostic reports, failure modes, and risk assessments.

4. Reliability & RCA Support

   • Support reliability engineering functions by participating in root cause analysis (RCA) and failure investigations.

   • Help implement long-term solutions and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies.

5. Tool Calibration & System Management

   • Ensure proper calibration, care, and operation of vibration analyzers, thermal cameras, ultrasonic detectors, and portable data collectors.

   • Manage and troubleshoot online condition monitoring systems and sensors.

6. CMMS & Documentation

   • Update and maintain equipment condition logs, trend reports, and health indices in the CMMS or monitoring software.

   • Ensure data accuracy and timely submission to engineering and maintenance leadership.

7. Team Collaboration & Field Support

   • Work closely with maintenance planners, operators, and engineers to schedule inspections and planned maintenance tasks.

   • Provide field support during machine overhauls and shutdowns for condition validation.

8. Mentorship & Training

   • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level condition monitoring technicians.

   • Conduct training and workshops on condition monitoring best practices and safety.

Key Focus Areas:

• ✅ High-Level Diagnostics of Rotating Equipment

• ✅ Proactive Condition Monitoring Program Leadership

• ✅ Vibration, Thermal, and Ultrasonic Data Interpretation

• ✅ Asset Reliability & Downtime Reduction

• ✅ Support for Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & RCM

• ✅ Mentoring Junior Technicians

• ✅ Predictive Maintenance Strategy Implementation

• ✅ CMMS Documentation & Trend Analysis

• ✅ Safety & Compliance During Monitoring Activities

Qualifications:

• Diploma or B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• Certified Vibration Analyst (ISO Category II or III preferred)

• Thermography / Ultrasonic Testing Certification (preferred)

Experience:

• 5–8+ years of experience in condition monitoring and predictive maintenance

• Strong background in mechanical fault diagnostics across rotating and static equipment

• Industry experience in sectors like Power, Oil & Gas, Cement, Steel, Chemical, FMCG, or other process industries

Skills & Competencies:

• Expertise in multiple condition monitoring techniques and tools

• Deep understanding of mechanical system behavior and failure modes

• Analytical, proactive, and detail-oriented

• Strong reporting and communication skills

• Ability to lead diagnostics and guide maintenance actions

• Familiarity with CMMS platforms (SAP PM, Maximo, etc.)