FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of a Machinery Diagnostics Field Engineer?
The primary responsibility is to provide complete service solutions for critical rotating machinery assets, including evaluating machinery condition through rotor dynamic analysis and installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining protection and monitoring system hardware and software.
What qualifications are required for this position?
A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred), a minimum of 5 years of industry experience in energy and/or oil & gas, and eligibility to obtain a TWIC are required. Additionally, candidates must possess a valid driver's license and passport and be available for extensive travel.
How much travel is expected for this role?
This role requires extensive travel, up to 70% of the time, along with the possibility of significant overtime.
What type of experience is desirable for candidates?
Candidates should have theoretical and practical knowledge of Reliability Services, ISO certification for vibration analysis, experience with mechanical troubleshooting, and knowledge of rotating machinery operation and controls systems, among other qualifications.
What kind of skills are important for success in this job?
Important skills include excellent written and oral communication, project management abilities, solid computer skills (especially with MS Office), hands-on mechanical troubleshooting skills, and the capability to read and interpret mechanical prints.
What specific knowledge is beneficial for this position?
Beneficial knowledge includes understanding machinery protection and management systems, experience with mechanical vibration and diagnostics, rotodynamic analysis, and familiarity with Bently Nevada products and services.
Are there any certification requirements for this position?
Yes, ISO certification for vibration analysis is desired, alongside the eligibility to obtain a TWIC for working in certain environments.
What is the nature of the documentation required in this role?
The role requires completing documentation of findings and recommendations based on diagnostics, as well as preparing timely Work Order requests, quick quotes, and invoicing packages.
Will the Machinery Diagnostics Field Engineer need to install any systems?
Yes, the engineer will need to install transducers, configurations for monitoring systems, and perform machinery alignment using various methods such as Reverse Dial, Laser, and Optical methodologies.
What types of working conditions might the Field Engineer encounter?
The engineer may encounter stressful working conditions as well as the potential for offshore work and travel overseas. Assessing job site safety is also a crucial responsibility.