Job Description

& Responsibilities

Turbomachinery Engineering Expert

We're looking for a highly skilled and experienced Turbomachinery Engineering Expert to join our team. This individual will be a subject matter expert in rotating machinery, with a proven track record of hands-on experience in their design, analysis, troubleshooting, operation, and maintenance. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver who can make decisions on complex projects and mentor junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level technical guidance and support for all aspects of turbomachinery, specifically in compressors, pumps, or steam turbines.
• Demonstrated ability to direct major investigations, guide highly skilled teams, influence decision-makers at all levels, and present technical solutions convincingly to stakeholders
• Lead and contribute to the design, analysis, and troubleshooting of new and existing turbomachinery equipment for various applications to resolve complex design and operational issues.
• Consult on critical analysis efforts in the design process which can include specialty areas such as vibration and structural analysis, performance, testing, maintenance and root cause failure analysis.
• Develop, support and drive initiatives for improvement in design, process, manufacture, and operation and maintenance strategies, including preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing operations, technical service, and engineering, to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Create and review technical specifications, engineering drawings, and manufacturing procedures.
• Provide technical training and mentorship to junior engineers and manufacturing staff.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus, but not required.
• 15+ years of hands-on experience specifically with engineered to order compressors, pumps, or steam turbines in an engineering or manufacturing environment (e.g., petrochemical, oil & gas, power generation).
• Demonstrated experience with the full lifecycle of turbomachinery, from initial design, manufacturing, testing and installation to commissioning and operation.
• Experience with compressor, pump, or turbine engineering and design is essential.
• Proven experience leading technical projects and managing multiple priorities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep understanding of turbomachinery principles, including thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mechanical design.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as API 617, API 610, or API 612, as applicable to compressors, pumps, or steam turbines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with a diverse team.
• Understanding or proficiency in engineering software (e.g., FEA, CFD) and data analysis tools results used in decision making.
• Proficiency in vibration analysis and condition monitoring techniques is a plus.

Intangibles

• Passion for turbomachinery and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities to inspire and guide others.
• Exceptional ability to remain calm and focused when troubleshooting critical equipment failures.
• A resourceful and innovative approach to solving complex engineering challenges.

About Us

Ebara Elliott Energy - A Solution Provider in the Energy Industry

We are proud of our legacy, but our focus is on the future, putting our tradition of innovation to work on the new challenges facing global energy production and processes. Using advanced technologies, producing high-quality products, and offering reliable services are just a few of the ways that Ebara Elliott Energy is doing its part to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

As a solution provider in the energy industry, Ebara Elliott Energy designs, manufactures, and services technically advanced centrifugal and axial compressors, steam turbines, power recovery expanders, custom pumps, and cryogenic products used in the petrochemical, refining, oil & gas, and liquefied gas industries, as well as in power applications. We employ 2,300 people in 30 locations around the world. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ebara Corporation, a major industrial conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Ebara employs 19,000 people and has sales of US $5 billion.

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