Vibration & Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineer

HECO; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Full benefits package

Training and certification support

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

HECO in Lexington, KY is seeking a skilled Vibration Analyst (CAT II or III) to support reliability programs across mixed industrial applications. The role emphasizes reducing downtime and improving asset health through data-driven insights.

Responsibilities include vibration analysis on rotating machinery, data collection, and reporting, plus motor control troubleshooting and collaboration with maintenance and engineering teams. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• ISO or ASNT Vibration Analysis Certification – CAT II (required).
• 2+ years of experience in vibration analysis, reliability, or rotating equipment maintenance.
• Working knowledge of motor controls, VFDs, and industrial electrical systems.
• Experience with vibration analysis software/platforms (CSI/Emerson).

Responsibilities

• Perform vibration analysis, troubleshooting, and condition monitoring on rotating equipment (motors, pumps, gearboxes, fans, compressors, etc.).
• Conduct route-based data collection, analysis, and reporting using industry-standard tools and software.
• Support motor control system troubleshooting including VFDs & soft-starters.
• Prepare clear, actionable reliability reports with recommendations for corrective action.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to optimize equipment performance.

Skills

Vibration analysis

Motor controls

VFDs

Industrial electrical systems

CSI/Emerson software

Education

Vibration Analysis Certification CAT II

Tools

CSI/Emerson software

Job description

HECO in Lexington, KY is seeking a skilled Vibration Analyst (CAT II or III) to support reliability programs across mixed industrial applications. The role emphasizes reducing downtime and improving asset health through data-driven insights.

Responsibilities include vibration analysis on rotating machinery, data collection, and reporting, plus motor control troubleshooting and collaboration with maintenance and engineering teams. Some travel may be required.