Mechanical Engineer - Rotating Equipment Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Vor Ort; NZD 74.000 - 101.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, seeks a Mechanical Engineer specializing in rotating equipment to join our maintenance team. You will inspect, analyze, and improve the reliability of pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors on-site.

The role emphasizes vibration analysis, preventive maintenance, and hands-on troubleshooting, with collaboration across maintenance, procurement, and safety teams to keep critical equipment running smoothly.

Qualifikationen

• Hands-on experience with rotating equipment in an industrial setting (4+ years).
• Knowledge of pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors.
• Proficiency in vibration analysis and alignment techniques.
• Experience with maintenance planning and execution.
• Strong communication with technical and non-technical teams.

Aufgaben

• Perform inspections, condition monitoring, and failure analysis of rotating equipment.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance for pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors.
• Specify repair procedures, manage workshops, and oversee overhaul of rotating machinery.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and provide technical support to maintenance teams.
• Conduct vibration analysis and other diagnostics to identify problems.
• Review and update maintenance manuals and equipment histories.
• Ensure safety compliance and adherence to standards during maintenance.
• Collaborate with procurement to source spare parts and manage inventory.

Kenntnisse

Rotating equipment

Vibration analysis

Maintenance planning

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is a major industrial player in the Eastern Cape, operating large-scale facilities that rely heavily on robust mechanical systems. We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer with specialized expertise in rotating equipment to join our maintenance and engineering team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of critical machinery such as pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors. You will be responsible for the inspection, analysis, maintenance planning, and troubleshooting of these vital assets. If you have a passion for mechanical systems and a deep understanding of rotating equipment dynamics, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to industrial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections, condition monitoring, and failure analysis of rotating equipment.
• Develop and implement effective preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors.
• Specify repair procedures, manage workshops, and oversee the overhaul and re-assembly of rotating machinery.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and provide technical support to maintenance teams.
• Conduct vibration analysis and other diagnostic techniques to identify potential problems.
• Review and update technical documentation, maintenance manuals, and equipment histories.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards during all maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with procurement to source spare parts and manage inventory for critical rotating equipment.
• Stay current with advancements in rotating equipment technology and maintenance practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience focusing on rotating equipment in an industrial setting.
• In-depth knowledge of pump, compressor, turbine, and motor technologies and their failure modes.
• Proficiency in vibration analysis, alignment techniques, and other condition monitoring tools.
• Experience with maintenance planning and execution.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of mechanical seals, bearings, and lubrication.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to liaise with technical and non-technical personnel.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including medical aid and a pension fund, opportunities for professional development, and a stable work environment in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role requires full-time on-site dedication to ensure operational continuity.