Rotating Equipment Specialist
Job Summary:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and hands-on Rotating Equipment Specialist to provide technical expertise and support for the maintenance, reliability, and performance of rotating machinery in a chemical manufacturing environment. This role is critical in ensuring equipment uptime, safety, and long-term asset integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide subject matter expertise on the selection, installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of rotating equipment (e.g., pumps, compressors, turbines, gearboxes, agitators, blowers).
Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
Support root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and lead corrective actions for equipment-related failures.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, reliability, and engineering teams on capital projects, upgrades, and equipment specifications.
Maintain and improve documentation related to equipment maintenance, performance history, and technical standards.
Evaluate and recommend spare parts strategies, lubrication practices, and condition monitoring technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, oil analysis).
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations and corporate engineering standards.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
5+ years of experience in rotating equipment maintenance and reliability within a chemical or industrial manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, equipment diagnostics, and maintenance best practices.
Experience with CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo) and reliability tools (e.g., FMEA, RCA, RCM).
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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