Senior Mechanical Engineer - Rotating Equipment

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical & retirement plans

Career advancement training

Safe work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in rotating equipment for our client in Vereeniging. You will drive reliability, performance monitoring, and proactive maintenance strategies for turbines, pumps, compressors, and generators in a heavy industrial setting.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, and hands-on expertise in vibration analysis, thermography, and condition monitoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering with rotating machinery in industrial settings.
• In-depth knowledge of turbines, compressors, pumps and generators.
• Experience with vibration analysis, thermography, and condition monitoring techniques.
• Familiarity with API and ASME codes.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on selection, installation, operation, and maintenance of rotating equipment.
• Develop predictive and preventive maintenance programs for critical machinery.
• Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Oversee major overhauls and repairs, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to specifications.
• Perform performance testing and condition monitoring to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams, operations personnel, and vendors to ensure reliability and safety.

Skills

Rotating machinery expertise

Root cause analysis

Project management

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Condition monitoring

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in rotating equipment to join their industrial operations in Vereeniging . This role is essential for the reliable operation and maintenance of critical machinery such as turbines, pumps, compressors, and generators. You will be responsible for the technical integrity, performance monitoring, and proactive maintenance strategies for all rotating equipment assets. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles, extensive experience with equipment diagnostics, repair, and overhaul, and a commitment to ensuring operational uptime and safety within the heavy industry sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance on the selection, installation, operation, and maintenance of rotating equipment .
• Develop and implement predictive and preventive maintenance programs for critical machinery.
• Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failures and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee major overhauls and repairs, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to specifications.
• Perform performance testing and condition monitoring of equipment to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams, operations personnel, and vendors to ensure equipment reliability and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a strong focus on rotating machinery in an industrial setting.
• In-depth knowledge of various types of turbines, compressors, pumps, and their associated systems.
• Experience with vibration analysis , thermography, and other condition monitoring techniques.
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., API, ASME).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialized training in equipment technologies.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates moving to Vereeniging .
• Exposure to challenging and large-scale industrial projects.
• A robust safety culture and a professional working environment.