Rotating Equipment Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional training

Exposure to rotating equipment

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Rotating Equipment Engineer to join their asset integrity team, focusing on the mechanical integrity, performance, and reliability of turbines, compressors, pumps and generators within oil and gas facilities. You will oversee maintenance strategies, troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, and ensure optimal performance and longevity of these vital assets.

This role supports operational continuity and efficiency in a demanding industrial environment,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as Rotating Equipment Engineer in oil and gas or petrochemicals.
• Knowledge of vibration analysis, performance testing and RCFA.
• Familiarity with API standards and relevant industry codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical analysis and condition monitoring of rotating equipment.
• Develop predictive and preventive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and recommend repair solutions.
• Review specifications and participate in procurement of rotating machinery.
• Provide technical support during installation, commissioning and overhauls.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards for rotating equipment management.

Skills

Vibration analysis

Root cause failure analysis (RCFA)

Performance testing

API standards knowledge

Analytical/problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Rotating Equipment Engineer to join their asset integrity team in Soweto . This role focuses on the mechanical integrity, performance, and reliability of critical rotating equipment, such as turbines, compressors, pumps, and generators, within their oil and gas facilities . You will be responsible for overseeing maintenance strategies, troubleshooting complex mechanical issues, and ensuring optimal performance and longevity of these vital assets. This is a key position contributing to operational continuity and efficiency in a demanding industrial environment, supporting the reliable production of energy resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed mechanical analysis and condition monitoring of rotating equipment.
• Develop and implement predictive and preventive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and optimize equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot operational problems and diagnose equipment failures, recommending effective repair solutions.
• Review equipment specifications and participate in the selection and procurement of new rotating machinery.
• Provide technical support during equipment installation, commissioning, and major overhauls.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards and best practices for rotating equipment management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Rotating Equipment Engineer , with a strong focus on the oil and gas or petrochemical industries.
• In-depth knowledge of various types of rotating equipment, their operation, and failure modes.
• Proficiency in vibration analysis , performance testing, and root cause failure analysis (RCFA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
• Familiarity with API standards and other relevant industry codes is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications.
• Exposure to a wide range of critical rotating equipment in the oil and gas sector .
• A supportive work environment with a focus on asset integrity and operational excellence in Soweto .
• Contribution to a company dedicated to reliable energy production and technological advancement.