Remote Lead Rotating Equipment Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation

Global health coverage

Retirement contribution

Professional development budget

Remote work technology and support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Rotating Equipment Engineer for a fully remote role serving global projects from Mossel Bay, ZA. The candidate will guide design, analysis, and procurement of pumps, turbines, and compressors with emphasis on reliability and performance. Strong communication and remote leadership are essential.

The role requires advanced knowledge of rotordynamics, vibration analysis, and materials science, with access to top simulation tools and international standards compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical leadership in rotating equipment design and application.
• Conduct performance, vibration, and failure analyses for pumps, compressors, turbines, and other rotating machinery.
• Develop specifications, data sheets, and bid evaluations for rotating equipment procurement.
• Collaborate with project engineers, vendors, and clients to ensure compliance with international standards.
• Oversee commissioning and start-up support of rotating equipment, often remotely.
• Mentor junior engineers and stay updated on industry best practices.

Skills

Rotating equipment engineering

Vibration analysis

Rotordynamics

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Bently Nevada

ADRE

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Rotating Equipment Engineer for a fully remote role serving global projects from Mossel Bay, ZA. The candidate will guide design, analysis, and procurement of pumps, turbines, and compressors with emphasis on reliability and performance. Strong communication and remote leadership are essential.

The role requires advanced knowledge of rotordynamics, vibration analysis, and materials science, with access to top simulation tools and international standards compliance.