Rotating Machinery Engineer

Air Liquide; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, &

401(k) with company match, Tuition, 4+

Job summary

Air Liquide is seeking a Rotating Machinery Engineer in Pasadena, TX to lead turnover management and supervise compressor specialists working on centrifugal machinery. You will oversee overhauls, inspections, and preventive maintenance, while guiding vendor labors and internal resources.

The role requires strong vibration analysis, reliability engineering experience, and the ability to plan complex projects. A focus on safety, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a mechanical diploma with extensive hands-on experience.
• Strong background in rotating machinery maintenance and vibration analysis.
• Experience planning turnarounds and coordinating multi-team activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead project and turnaround management for rotating work and overhauls.
• Supervise in-house compressor specialists and contract labor for centrifugal machinery work.
• Oversee rotating machinery overhauls and inspections across LI NAM.
• Identify training needs and develop internal compressor/steam turbine maintenance resources.
• Interpret predictive monitoring results and guide maintenance plans.
• Collaborate with Reliability Engineers on vibration data analysis and corrective actions.
• Direct vendor shop repairs and ensure proper procedures and inspections.
• Manage reciprocating compressor overhaul schedule and budgets.

Skills

Vibration analysis

Reliability engineering

Centrifugal machinery

Planning & scheduling

Communication skills

On-call availability

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Technical diploma in mechanical

Tools

CMMS

Job description

R10082140 Rotating Machinery Engineer (Open)LocationPasadena, TX - Bay Area - Support functions - Gulf Coast MCAir Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our leading-edge operations control center located in Houston, Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89,000 data points and assists with product supply and coordination. We are constantly optimizing our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies allowing Air Liquide to adjust supply needs more quickly and effectively enabling growth to our customers.How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.Lead and provide technical direction to in-house compressor specialists in planned and unplanned turbomachinery repairs and overhaulsAt Air Liquide we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.Air Liquide is hiring for a Rotating Machinery Engineer in Bayport, TX.We are looking for you!Comprehensive Family Benefits: Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.Early Access : Your benefits start on the first day of employment.Job Responsibilities:Project and turn around management related to all rotating workSupervise and manage in-house compressor specialists as they oversee contract labor in centrifugal machinery overhauls, repairs and inspectionsOversee the overhaul of rotating machinery in across LI NAMIdentify training needs and develop internal resources in the area of compressor, steam turbine maintenance and multi-stage pumpsInterpretation of predictive monitoring resultsPartner with Reliability Engineers in analyzing machinery vibration data and developing corrective maintenance plans, as necessary.Direct and oversee vendor shop repairs as necessary to ensure proper procedures and inspections are followed and performedManage and maintain the reciprocating compressor overhaul scheduleDevelop project plans and schedules for upcoming overhaulsReview and update job plans on the maintenance management systemsAssist planner by providing technical input into the planning process. This may include but is not limited to manpower estimation, material estimates, job steps and possible repair techniquesDocument maintenance activities in the CMMS with sufficient detail to accurately reflect machinery historyParticipate in RCFA’s and Vulnerability StudiesProvide technical support on troubleshooting turbomachinery problems and provide recommendations for repairManage the capital spare equipment inventory to ensure timely and quality shop repairsEnsure proper parts are in inventory or sourced for upcoming repair needs and work closely with the National warehouse to ensure critical spares are availableLead/participate in compressor performance studiesProvide technical guidance to the LI NAM facilities regarding turbomachinery operating problemsProvide input into annual budgeting process in regards to upcoming overhaul recommendations and cost estimatesDevelop and maintain work history information on all turbomachineryDevelop and maintain method of assessing equipment condition and make recommendations for repairsIdentify methods to reduce cost of repairs and overhaulsAccountability:100% compliance to ALA Safety standardsComply with all ALA and government regulationsDocumentation of machinery repairs and overhaulsPerforming equipment inspections and develop plans for repair of exceptionsReliability and availability of rotating machinery____________________Are you a MATCH?Required Qualifications:B.S. Degree required in Mechanical Engineering OR Technical qualification (mechanical) diploma plus 10 years of relevant experience required.Reliability engineering experienceExcellent planning and organizational skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills10+ years in centrifugal machinery maintenance activitiesStrong knowledge of vibration analysisThorough knowledge in the operation of compression equipmentOn-call availability requiredPreferred Qualifications:Prior industrial gas experience.Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorshipOur Differences make our PerformanceAt Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.