The Executive Director – Rotating Equipment and Energy Management is a strategic leadership role responsible for the operational integrity, lifecycle optimization, and energy performance of all critical rotating equipment assets across the organization. This includes turbines, compressors, pumps, motors, blowers, and other energy-intensive mechanical systems. The role ensures technical excellence in design, reliability, and performance management while leading energy efficiency initiatives and overseeing capital programs related to mechanical and rotating equipment infrastructure.
Provide executive oversight of rotating equipment operations, maintenance, and performance across all facilities.
Define asset strategies for turbines, large-scale pumps, compressors, and motors to maximize availability, efficiency, and lifespan.
Lead diagnostics, root cause analysis, and reliability improvements for high-risk and high-value mechanical assets.
Develop and implement enterprise-wide energy management strategies that reduce consumption and operational costs.
Champion optimization of mechanical system efficiency through process improvements, automation, and equipment retrofits.
Coordinate energy audits and benchmarking of plant energy usage across multiple sites.
Guide the planning and execution of major capital projects related to rotating equipment and energy infrastructure.
Ensure technical alignment with performance goals, environmental targets, and regulatory requirements.
Approve technical design standards and specifications for new equipment installations and system upgrades.
Build and lead high-performance teams focused on mechanical reliability engineering and predictive maintenance.
Foster innovation through digital tools such as condition monitoring, vibration analysis, and digital twins.
Establish KPIs and reliability programs in alignment with international standards (e.g., ISO 50001, API 610/617).
Ensure all systems comply with engineering codes (ASME, API, IEC), safety standards (OSHA, NFPA), and environmental regulations.
Lead internal and third-party reviews of asset health, risk exposure, and mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with OEMs, EPC contractors, and technical consultants for lifecycle planning, warranty management, and performance enhancements.
Represent the organization at industry forums, technical committees, and regulatory meetings.
Operational Integrity and Reliability of Rotating Equipment
Enterprise Energy Management and Optimization
Capital Program Oversight for Mechanical Asset Upgrades
Mechanical Asset Lifecycle and Condition-Based Maintenance
Technology Innovation – Digital Tools and Predictive Analytics
Design Standardization and Engineering Governance
Cross-Sector Coordination (Power, Water, Industrial)
Environmental Compliance and Energy Efficiency Targets
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Systems, or related field.
15+ years of experience in managing rotating equipment and energy systems, including 5+ years at the executive or director level.
Proven track record in plant operations, mechanical engineering leadership, and large-scale energy optimization programs.
Professional Engineering License (PE), CEM (Certified Energy Manager), or similar certifications preferred.
Expert knowledge of rotating equipment standards (API, ASME, ISO) and energy performance frameworks (ISO 50001)
Strategic thinker with strong project and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency in reliability tools (RCFA, FMEA, CMMS), digital asset management, and performance monitoring systems
Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional team collaboration