The Senior Rotating Equipment Engineer serves as the technical authority for the lifecycle management, reliability, and performance optimization of critical rotating machinery—turbines, compressors, pumps, gearboxes, fans, motors—in industrial or power-plant environments. You will lead advanced diagnostics, major turnaround scopes, and strategic reliability initiatives, while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Advanced Condition Monitoring & Analysis
Own vibration, oil-analysis, thermography, and ultrasonic programs for the most critical assets.
Perform in-depth signal analysis (orbit plots, envelope detection, cepstrum) to diagnose complex defects (gear mesh faults, bearing subsurface fatigue, rotor rubs).
Reliability Strategy & RCM Leadership
Lead enterprise‐level Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) studies and update maintenance strategies accordingly.
Define criticality, failure modes, and inspection intervals to optimize risk and lifecycle cost.
Root-Cause Failure Investigation
Drive formal Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA) and RCA for recurring or high-impact machine failures.
Develop and oversee implementation of corrective and preventive actions, validating effectiveness through follow-up data.
Turnaround & Major Overhaul Support
Define mechanical scope for major turnarounds/outages: turbine overhauls, compressor rebuilds, gearbox replacements.
Coordinate technical inspections, field measurements, and quality sign-offs with OEMs and contractors.
Technical Standards & Continuous Improvement
Establish and enforce best-practice standards (API, ISO, OEM manuals) for equipment selection, alignment, balancing, and lubrication.
Champion continuous-improvement projects (lean reliability, digitalization, predictive analytics) to elevate program maturity.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
Partner with Operations, Projects, Engineering, and Procurement to ensure alignment on upgrade projects, spares strategies, and critical spares stocking.
Present technical findings, risk assessments, and reliability metrics to senior leadership and stakeholders.
Mentorship & Team Development
Mentor and train mid- and junior-level engineers and technicians in advanced diagnostic techniques and reliability methodologies.
Lead knowledge-sharing workshops, technical reviews, and lessons-learned sessions.
Master advanced vibration and condition-monitoring techniques to preempt and pinpoint complex failure modes.
Develop and execute long-term reliability roadmaps, balancing risk, cost, and maintenance resource planning.
Ensure flawless mechanical scope delivery during turnarounds with zero safety incidents and minimal rework.
Leverage digital twins, machine-learning algorithms, and real-time analytics to transition from preventive to predictive maintenance.
Build a high-performing reliability culture by coaching, setting clear KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, equipment availability), and celebrating successes.
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Reliability, or Rotating Equipment Engineering
Experience: 7+ years in rotating-equipment roles, with a proven record in leading reliability programs and major overhauls
Certifications: ISO 18436-2 Category II/III (Vibration), CMRP, or equivalent reliability-engineering credentials preferred
Expert proficiency in vibration analysis software (e.g., Bently Nevada, SKF, Emerson CSI)
Deep understanding of mechanical design, metallurgy, and failure mechanisms in rotating machinery
Strong leadership, project-management, and stakeholder-engagement skills
Excellent analytical, report-writing, and presentation abilities
Familiarity with CMMS/APM platforms and digital-maintenance technologies
On-site role requiring field diagnostics in turbine halls, compressor enclosures, and pump rooms
Participation in turnarounds and emergency response; may involve shift work and extended hours
Strict adherence to PPE and safety protocols during all field activities