Rotating Equipment Engineer

CF Industries; Donaldsonville (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CF Industries is seeking a Rotating Equipment Engineer to provide mechanical and condition monitoring expertise across multiple plant facilities. The role covers vibration analysis, oil analysis, lubrication, and seal analysis for overall plant reliability.

You will develop QA/QC programs, manage critical equipment, and assist with turnarounds and project scheduling. Ideal candidates hold a mechanical engineering degree with 3+ years’ experience, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, preferably in mechanical engineering, with a minimum of 3 years’ industry-related experience.
• Strong condition monitoring knowledge in vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography and ultrasonics.
• Experience in a plant environment and familiarity with rotating equipment standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee equipment condition monitoring using vibration monitoring, oil analysis, process data, temperature, and ultrasonic surveys.
• Develop and maintain a criticality-based QA/QC program for rotating equipment work.
• Establish a Criticality Matrix for rotating equipment to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality work.
• Perform investigations into rotating equipment failures and document results with corrective recommendations.
• Review work execution and advise on practices to enhance quality and safety of field work.
• Maintain the System 1 data acquisition system and manage preventive maintenance programs.
• Assist with pre-planning turnarounds, shutdowns, and projects, including scheduling and logistics.

Skills

Condition monitoring

Vibration analysis

Oil analysis

Thermography

Ultrasonics

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

System 1

CMMS

SAP

Emerson System 1

Job description

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy.

Function: Engineering and Engineering Services

Job Summary: The expectation of this position is to provide engineering and technical expertise to plant personnel as needed to maintain efficient continuous plant operations in the rotating equipment discipline. The applicant will provide solid mechanical and condition monitoring recommendations in resolving rotating equipment problems in the areas of routine, shutdown, and project activities. This position will provide input for all aspects of vibration, lubrication, and seal analysis. The role of the rotating equipment engineer encompasses all rotating equipment at the Donaldsonville facility (6 Ammonia Plants, 5 Urea plants, and 4 Nitric Acid plants). The applicant will uphold CFI’s High Safety Performance standards while maintaining High Craft Quality Performance and Productivity expectations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee critical equipment condition monitoring using continuous and offline vibration monitoring equipment, oil analysis results, process data, temperature, and ultrasonic surveys. (System 1, PI, Emerson)
• Develop and maintain a criticality-based Quality Control and Quality Assurance program for work performed on rotating equipment.
• Establish a Criticality Matrix for rotating equipment to assign proper QA and QC measures required to execute work in a safe, efficient and quality manner.
• Perform technical investigations/audits or independent research in rotating equipment and material failures, documenting the results and making recommendations to resolve issues.
• Review work execution efforts of millwright craft personnel and make recommendations for work execution practices to the Rotating Equipment Superintendent and the Millwright Supervisor to enhance the quality and safety of field work.
• Maintain the System 1 data acquisition system.
• Review, design and manage critical machinery Preventive Maintenance program for respective equipment and lubrication systems.
• Perform analyses of pertinent management information reports and equipment histories for the purpose of identifying items with high maintenance machinery costs or with lubrication problems and make recommendations for corrective action.
• Assist with managing the Mechanical Integrity program as it relates to rotating equipment for the Donaldsonville Nitrogen Complex.
• Assists in monitoring the Mechanical Integrity documentation required to maintain the plant computerized maintenance management system.
• Assist with pre-planning scheduled turnarounds, shutdowns, and special projects including event timing, accumulation of job lists, ordering of parts and materials, sequencing of jobs around critical path work, sizing of work crews based on job estimation, and preparation of an overall schedule.
• Assist in the execution of critical and non-critical overhauls and repairs (on and off-site).
• Assist with the annual spare parts stock review effort and submit inventory adjust recommendations to the Rotating Superintendent for approval.
• Communicate with production management problems relating to rotating equipment failures and offer solid correction recommendations.
• Review and assist with the selection of contractors (e.g., execute negotiation of contracts and evaluate contract performance).
• Manage maintenance of the department’s technical files on equipment, vendor catalog library and industrial codes (ASME, ANSI, State).
• An understanding of critical and general-purpose rotating equipment and their systems.
• Work closely with equipment vendors to establish work scope, ensure quality and monitor cost of machinery fabrication and repairs.
• Travel as required.
• Manage equipment repairs at vendor’s facilities.
• Understanding of best practice inspection and repair methods.
• Travel as required to vendor facilities for inspection walk downs and quality control points.
• Travel as needed to attend specialized training focused on rotating machinery reliability.

Incumbent Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, preferably in mechanical engineering, with a minimum of 3 years’ industry-related experience.
• Experience in a plant environment is preferred.
• Strong condition monitoring knowledge in the areas of vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography and ultrasonics required.
• Certification in these techniques is preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills are preferred.
• Communication and presentation skills are sufficient to communicate thoughts succinctly with Management.
• Specific knowledge in rotating and reciprocating equipment, vibration analyses, fluids product handling, electrical systems, regulatory design codes (rotating equipment codes and standards); OSHA regulations, manpower coordination.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in basic computer software (e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project).
• Knowledge of industrial codes (ASME, ANSI, API).
• Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• SAP system is preferred.
• Must be able to prove drug and alcohol free at random or for cause.
• Flexibility for international travel and domestic travel.
• Capability of acquiring, maintaining and possessing a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) as well as a Passport.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by person(s) assigned to this job. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position.

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Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Recruitment Process: As part of our recruitment process, CF Industries may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence ("AI") and machine learning technologies, to assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing candidates whose qualifications align with job-related criteria, including information provided during the application process such as resumes, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools support but do not replace human decision-making, and all final employment decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team and/or hiring managers exercising independent judgment.

We are a global leader in transforming natural gas into nitrogen. The chemical processes we use ensure we have the nitrogen we need to support life on earth - from fertilizer that feeds the crops that feed the world to products that remove harmful emissions from industrial activities. We are always seeking bright, ethical and resourceful professionals that have achieved a high level of success in their respective fields. Individuals who want to be a part of a strong, financially secure company; who believe in our values, are committed to what we do, and embrace our future. At CF Industries we take great pride in who we are, what we do and the talented people that work for us. Our values extend to our employment and hiring practices. We are committed to doing it right for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. We believe that We do it Right. We do it Well. We execute as a Team. We take a long term view.