Senior Turbomachinery Engineer

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

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Turbomachinery Engineer to lead technical oversight for turbomachinery in energy operations based in Mahikeng, North West. You will drive performance analysis, maintenance strategies, and major overhauls, collaborating with operations and maintenance teams to uphold asset integrity.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in rotating equipment, gas/steam turbines, vibration analysis, API/ASME familiarity, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of turbomachinery engineering experience in energy sector (power plants, refineries).
• In-depth knowledge of gas turbines, steam turbines, and centrifugal/axial compressors.
• Experience with condition monitoring, vibration analysis and performance testing.
• Familiarity with API/ASME standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support for operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of turbomachinery.
• Conduct performance analysis and diagnostics of turbines, compressors, and related rotating equipment.
• Develop and implement predictive and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Oversee major overhauls and repairs of turbomachinery.
• Review designs and specifications for new installations and upgrades.
• Investigate failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer recommendations, industry standards and safety.
• Manage external service providers and contractors.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and maintenance personnel.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of equipment reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the Energy sector, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Turbomachinery Engineer to join their critical operations team in Mahikeng, North West . This role is fundamental to ensuring the reliability, performance, and longevity of vital turbomachinery equipment, such as gas turbines, steam turbines, and compressors, which are essential for energy generation and processing. You will be responsible for technical oversight, performance analysis, troubleshooting, and maintenance strategies for these complex assets. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of turbomachinery principles, diagnostics, repair, and overhaul processes, ideally within power generation or oil and gas applications. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise to maintain and enhance essential energy infrastructure in a key province. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to uphold the highest standards of equipment integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of turbomachinery equipment.
• Conduct performance analysis and diagnostics of turbines, compressors, and related rotating equipment.
• Develop and implement predictive and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Oversee and participate in major overhauls and repairs of turbomachinery.
• Review equipment designs and specifications for new installations and upgrades.
• Investigate equipment failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer recommendations, industry best practices, and safety standards.
• Manage external service providers and contractors involved in turbomachinery maintenance.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and maintenance personnel on turbomachinery principles and practices.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in turbomachinery engineering, with a strong focus on rotating equipment in the energy sector (e.g., power plants, refineries).
• In-depth knowledge of the design, operation, and maintenance of gas turbines, steam turbines, and centrifugal/axial compressors.
• Experience with condition monitoring, vibration analysis, and performance testing.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and codes (e.g., API, ASME).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage critical equipment issues.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-driven bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development, specialized training, and career progression are available.
• The company cultivates a highly skilled and safety-conscious workforce.

This role is based in Mahikeng, North West .