rotating Equipment Engineer Ownsboro, Kentucky

Richard, Wayne and Roberts; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

RWR Enterprises Inc. seeks a Rotating Equipment Engineer to lead technical performance and reliability for large rotating equipment across an extensive asset network.

You will analyze equipment performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive lifecycle optimization in collaboration with Operations, Asset Integrity, and Project teams. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering background, strong analytical skills, and experience with compressors, motors, turbines, and associated

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical/troubleshooting capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for rotating equipment performance, reliability, and lifecycle optimization.
• Lead root cause failure analyses and develop corrective actions to improve long-term reliability.
• Support capital projects involving equipment installations, upgrades, and replacements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to optimize equipment performance and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

ERP systems (Oracle or similar)

Job description

Rotating Equipment Engineer

A leading energy infrastructure company is seeking an experienced Rotating Equipment Engineer to provide technical leadership, performance engineering, and reliability support for critical rotating equipment across a large industrial asset network. This role serves as the subject matter expert for compressors, drivers, and associated auxiliary systems, supporting safe, reliable, and efficient operations through performance optimization, advanced troubleshooting, reliability improvement, and lifecycle management. The successful candidate will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Asset Integrity, Project teams, and equipment vendors to maximize equipment availability and minimize unplanned downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Engineering & Equipment Performance: Provide engineering support for large rotating equipment, including compressors, drivers (electric motors, gas engines, and turbines), and associated auxiliary systems. Serve as the technical subject matter expert for rotating equipment performance, reliability, and lifecycle optimization. Analyze equipment performance and recommend improvements to increase efficiency, reliability, and operational availability. Support emissions compliance initiatives and identify opportunities for equipment upgrades and modernization.
• Reliability & Troubleshooting: Lead complex troubleshooting efforts involving rotating equipment and auxiliary systems. Perform root cause failure analyses and develop corrective actions to improve long-term equipment reliability. Support predictive and preventive maintenance strategies through engineering evaluations and data analysis. Identify recurring equipment issues and implement sustainable reliability improvements.
• Project & Asset Support: Provide engineering support for capital projects involving rotating equipment installations, upgrades, and replacements. Review equipment specifications, vendor documentation, and engineering deliverables. Collaborate with project teams during design, commissioning, and startup activities. Assist with project planning, estimating, scheduling, and scope development as needed.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Asset Integrity, and Project Engineering teams to optimize equipment performance. Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and service providers on technical issues, repairs, and upgrades. Promote engineering best practices and share technical knowledge across the organization.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or another related engineering discipline.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, ethics, and operational excellence.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to field locations as required.

Preferred

• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting rotating equipment in the energy, industrial, manufacturing, petrochemical, or related industries.
• Experience with: Reciprocating compressors; Centrifugal compressors; Electric motors; Industrial gas engines; Gas turbines; Auxiliary systems, including lubrication, cooling, fuel gas, control, and emissions systems; Knowledge of pneumatic and electronic control systems.
• Experience performing equipment performance analysis, diagnostics, and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle or similar) supporting projects, procurement, and financial reporting.
• Experience developing project estimates, scopes of work, service agreements, and project schedules.

Technical Expertise

• Rotating Equipment Engineering
• Reliability Engineering
• Compressor Systems
• Gas Turbines
• Industrial Engines
• Electric Motors
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
• Asset Reliability
• Predictive & Preventive Maintenance
• Performance Optimization
• Equipment Lifecycle Management
• Capital Projects
• Industrial Mechanical Systems