A full-service, OEM-alternative for services, parts, and repairs for Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, & Generators.
Vibration Specialist / Balance Engineer
Location
New York
Posted
69 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Vibration Specialist / Balance Engineer
MD&A
• Diagnose machinery problems based upon vibration data, test data, performance data, operational data, mechanical design data, and customer communications • Perform mechanical troubleshooting, condition assessment, and corrective action recommendation including balancing as necessary, of customer rotating equipment assets • Possess and be able to convey knowledge of steam turbine and gas turbine operation, components, and functions, as well as similar knowledge of auxiliary systems of steam and gas turbines. • Provide leadership, technical direction, and assistance to the customer, user, and other field personnel in the diagnostic evaluation and long-term maintenance of customers’ rotating machinery • Possess and be able to convey strong understanding of rotordynamics, vibration diagnostics, and failure modes of rotating machinery. • Express excellent written and oral communication skills to convey technical concepts to business and technical personnel • Express ability to foresee a customer’s need for information or work practice to achieve higher machinery asset and plant reliability • Complete timely standard service reports, invoicing packages, and other administrative requirements • React to customer required travel in a timely manner, while bringing all required service, testing, and diagnostic equipment • Complete documentation of findings / recommendations / corrective actions • Create, review, and interpret technical reports and customer supplied information • Professionally communicate with customer and other team members • Assess job site safety and perform services as per company and client environmental, health, and safety policies • Understand Term & Conditions commitments • Drive customer satisfaction through commitment to quality • Support the growth initiatives of the business • Understand contractual commitments and deadlines
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Technology from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 5 years of machinery diagnostics field experience including but not limited to mechanical troubleshooting, vibration and rotordynamic analysis, testing, balancing, alignment, reliability assessment, mechanical design, and maintenance of large steam and/or gas turbine generators (turbomachinery)
- Travel up to 80%, as required (varies by time of year)
- Work significant over-time
- Possess a valid driver's license and passport (or able to obtain a passport)
- Obtain TWIC Card
- Pass both background and drug screening
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English language
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
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