The Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineer supports troubleshooting, repairs, selection, and optimization to enhance equipment availability and reliability.  

Why You Should Apply 

• Expect work-life balance is excellent, with a 9/80 schedule and only one or two after-hours calls per year, distinguishing it from other 24/7 maintenance support roles. This is achieved by empowering off-shift employees. 

• They walk-their-talk regarding core values they share on the website as is evident by the long-term employees we’ve placed there. (Promoting a culture of trust & respect, integrity & honesty, listening & learning seem to be real.) 

• Funds are available for improvement projects, offering positive work experience compared to severely cost-constrained sites that rely on short-term fixes instead of permanent solutions. 

Located in Southeastern PA near Philadelphia, they offer a comprehensive relocation package.  For those previously displaced to a large plant in another geography, this is a good opportunity to return home.  

What You’ll Be Doing 

Be a member of the site Rotating Equipment Reliability team acting as an expert regarding the selection, installation, operations and maintenance of gearboxes, compressors, pumps, mechanical seals, turbines, and motors. 

• Oversees the lifecycle management of assigned rotating equipment, ensuring reliability through consistent strategy application, developing inspection and overhaul plans, and guiding repair methods.  

• Partner with the maintenance and operating teams; create plans to inspect, overhaul, and repair rotating equipment to keep it performing well and reliable for its entire lifespan.  Support equipment turnarounds. 

• Assist in spare parts review to ensure equipment maintainability and  parts availability. 

• Recommend projects to enhance overall plant reliability, develop cost justifications, and participate in the initial project designs (FEED), including specification of rotating equipment.  

• Use predictive technology; Conduct analysis of inspection and vibration reports to identify improvement areas, establish safe operating limits, and support for equipment troubleshooting and repairs. 

• Parter with the Process Safety team participating in the PSM program to ensure Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance in line with OSHA standards; Complete MOC forms and actively participating in PHAs.  

• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and track corrective actions for resolution. 

What You’ll Bring to the Job 

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering. 

• Experience in a high-risk industry such as refining, paper manufacturing, petrochemical, or chemical processing.   This can include only a co-op experience if you worked with rotating equipment   

• • 1 year & near entry level qualifies at the bottom of the salary range plus 15% bonus target  

• • 10+ years relevant experience qualifies closer to the top of the range + 20% bonus target   

• Knowledge of Gearboxes, Compressors, Pumps, Mechanical Seals, turbines, and motors. 

• Best with knowledge API 670 Machinery Protection Systems (Bently Nevada) and experience using portable vibration data collection. 

• Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future. 

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer with fantastic benefits as described below. 

Benefits Summary: 

• Paid vacation & holiday 

• 401k with up to 7% company contributions  

• Health Care Coverage: 3 plan levels, including family options 

• Dental and Vision Plans  

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) 

• Basic life, AD&D, and LTD insurance provided at no cost 

• Short-term disability (STD) available with shared cost 

• Voluntary additional coverage options, including accident, cancer, and critical illness insurance 

• Continuing education opportunities, including tuition assistance 

Additional perks: 

• Personal Concierge Service for tasks like reservations, event planning, and travel booking 

• Medical bill Saver for health bill negotiations and discounts, with healthcare decision support 

• Wellness Initiatives, including nutritional counseling, health screenings, and flu shots 

• Mental Health Support partners offering therapy and coaching, with 12 free sessions per year 

• Fitness Discounts at YMCA and Anytime Fitness, with special rates and perks 

• Childcare Benefits through KinderCare, offering a 10% tuition discount 

• Employee discount savings on cell phone plans, pet insurance, theme parks, movies, and concerts 

• Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling and referrals for emotional, family, and work-related issues