Rotating Equipment Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Training & certifications

Diverse machinery exposure

Pension fund

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a specialized Rotating Equipment Engineer for our client’s industrial facilities in Polokwane. This hybrid role blends on-site operations with remote analysis and reporting to ensure reliable operation of pumps, turbines, compressors and motors.

You will specify, install, maintain and troubleshoot rotating equipment, develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs, perform vibration analyses, and support maintenance and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years experience with rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, turbines, motors).
• Knowledge of design principles, failure modes, and maintenance best practices.
• Experience with vibration analysis techniques and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Familiarity with API and industry codes.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Specify, select, and procure rotating equipment based on process requirements and performance criteria.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for rotating machinery.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and start-up of new rotating equipment.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Perform vibration analysis, performance testing, and other diagnostic activities to ensure optimal equipment health.
• Provide technical support and guidance to maintenance teams and operations personnel.

Skills

Rotating equipment experience

Analytical

Troubleshooting

Vibration analysis

Predictive maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Rotating Equipment Engineer for their industrial facilities in Polokwane. This role adopts a hybrid work model, combining essential on-site operations with remote analysis and reporting. You will be responsible for the specification, selection, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of critical rotating machinery such as pumps, turbines, compressors, and motors. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of complex industrial processes. This is a key position for an engineer passionate about mechanical systems and their operational integrity within a dynamic industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Specify, select, and procure rotating equipment based on process requirements and performance criteria.
• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs for rotating machinery.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and start-up of new rotating equipment.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Perform vibration analysis, performance testing, and other diagnostic activities to ensure optimal equipment health.
• Provide technical support and guidance to maintenance teams and operations personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience specifically with rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, turbines, motors).
• In-depth knowledge of equipment design principles, failure modes, and maintenance best practices.
• Experience with vibration analysis techniques and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., API).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement for improved work-life balance.
• Opportunities for specialized training and professional certifications in rotating equipment.
• Exposure to a wide range of industrial machinery and challenging operational environments.
• Contribution to operational excellence and asset integrity within a key industrial sector.
• Pension fund and medical aid contributions.