Reliability Engineer/Vibration Analyst

Smithsgroup2; Trainer (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths Group is seeking a Condition Monitoring Engineer to work on-site at a customer facility. You will collect vibration data, perform first-line analysis, and develop CM programs in collaboration with the Lead CM Engineer to support rotating equipment like pumps and compressors.

Responsibilities include on-site surveys, reporting results and cost-benefit analysis of maintenance actions, while ensuring compliance with the Integrated Management System and client partnership agreements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in vibration analysis for condition monitoring of rotating equipment.
• Mechanical Engineer degree or equivalent preferred.
• ISO 18436-2 Cat 2 vibration or equivalent required; lubrication analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect routine Condition Monitoring data, conduct first line analysis and reporting, partner with engineers to capture advanced data and assist in troubleshooting.
• Operate and develop Condition Monitoring programs for John Crane clients with Lead CM Engineer.
• Conduct routine Condition Monitoring surveys at client premises.
• Analyze routine vibration data and report results and corrective maintenance recommendations.
• Interface with the client for on-site delivery of Condition Monitoring services.
• Perform periodic on-site Pump Performance Testing and on-site reporting.
• Use defined processes to calculate the cost benefit of recommendations.
• Work within the Integrated Management System requirements.

Skills

Vibration Analysis

Lubrication Analysis

Rotating equipment knowledge

Troubleshooting

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree or Mechanical Engineering Technology degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vibration monitoring software

Job description

The role is based on-site at a customer facility. Directly coordinating, scheduling, and participating in work with the customer to comply with the "partnership agreement". You will be working as part of a team who will use their knowledge to develop, operate and manage Condition Monitoring programs for John Crane's client.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect routine Condition Monitoring data, conduct first Line analysis and reporting, partner with the teams Engineer to capture advanced data and participate in troubleshooting.
• Operate and develop Condition Monitoring programs for John Crane clients in conjunction with the Lead CM Engineer.
• Conduct routine Condition Monitoring surveys at our clients' premises.
• Conduct analysis of routine vibration data.
• Report Vibration and Oil Analysis results and associated corrective maintenance recommendations.
• Interface with the client for the on-site delivery of Condition Monitoring services.
• Conduct periodic on-site Pump Performance Testing and on-site Reporting.
• Using a defined process calculate the cost benefit of carrying out recommendations.
• Work within the requirements of the Integrated Management System.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Engineering Technology degree preferred and/or equivalent and relevant work experience with rotating equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vibration Analysis ISO 18436-2 Category 2, or equivalent required.
• Lubrication Analysis ISO 18436-4 Category 2, or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience preferred in vibration analysis for condition monitoring of rotating equipment (pumps, compressors).
• Experience with mechanical seals a big plus.
• Proficient with Computers, MS Office and specialist vibration monitoring software.
• Preferred skills such as thermography, rotor dynamics analysis, laser alignment, and electrical tests.
• Experience working in a diverse environment with a global company is a plus.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Policy

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing.