Senior Turbomachinery Support Engineer

Everllence; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Everllence is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to lead turbomachinery projects, oversee drawings, specifications, and documentation controls, and guide technical reviews. You will drive continuous improvement, support CNC milling, and develop rotating equipment models.

The role requires strong analytical thinking, leadership across teams, and collaboration with software developers to enhance tribology and lubrication systems while ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery.

Qualifications

• BSc or BEng in Mechanical Engineering; MSc/MEng advantageous.
• 7–15 years’ experience in a supervisory or operational role.
• Proven turbomachinery experience: turbines, compressors, gearboxes, pumps, gas turbines.
• Strong analytical thinking, leadership, and decision‑making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement at all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of control systems and data structures; ability to work with software developers.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical documentation systems including drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Maintain discipline in engineering processes, approvals, and document control.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and efficiency enhancements.
• Support CNC milling and oversee design models for rotating equipment.
• Review specialised designs (FEA, CFD, rotodynamic studies, life assessments).
• Review RFQ requirements and provide technical input.
• Analyse inspection and field service reports to recommend repairs, refurbishments, or modifications.
• Identify opportunities for local manufacturing of spare parts in line with company policy.
• Optimise materials traceability and manufacturing controls.
• Provide technical consultation and troubleshooting support using global networks.
• Develop detailed technical scopes of work considering cost, quality, and timelines.
• Assess manufacturing feasibility and ensure completeness of technical information.
• Conduct technical evaluations and audits of suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Decision making

Communication skills

Tribology

Lubrication systems

Team collaboration

Education

BSc or BEng Mechanical Engineering

MSc/MEng advantageous

Job description

Everllence is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to lead turbomachinery projects, oversee drawings, specifications, and documentation controls, and guide technical reviews. You will drive continuous improvement, support CNC milling, and develop rotating equipment models.

The role requires strong analytical thinking, leadership across teams, and collaboration with software developers to enhance tribology and lubrication systems while ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery.