Compression Analyst Intermediate

Archrock

11h

About The Position

Analyzes operations, failures and maintenance to reduce breakdowns, tear downs, and other significant maintenance needs. Recommends operational parameters to diagnose potential problems (vibrations, mechanical results, performance, etc.), and improvements to safety practices.

Requirements

• Perform all essential duties.
• Utilize advanced equipment, programs, and electronics to collect and analyze data to determine optimal performance levels and conditions.
• Apply technical, mechanical and engineering skills to understand service, equipment, processes and information required.
• Visit sites and equipment that failed to inspect equipment, discuss with stakeholders, collect data and perform fault analysis.
• Determine the root cause of poor or exceptional performance leading to operational controls and diagnostic tools, completes appropriate documentation and communicates internally.
• Interpret and communicate advanced schematics, blueprints, operations manuals, and other operational information.
• Read and apply highly technical information and requirements regarding: Reciprocating and Rotary Compression, Field Operations, Emissions Standards, Vibration / pulsation.
• Equipment failure analysis, Package design (P&ID/drawings), Project Management, Field and shop technical support, Warranty and startup support and New product evaluation.
• Escalate requirements as appropriate, work to resolve delays, and ensure coordination among groups.
• Display interpersonal skills to influence and motivate others and respond to changing environments by being flexible and resourceful.
• Develop equipment analysis programs or procedures, specifications, parameters, testing requirements, HSE improvements and evaluate success.
• Develop proper sampling techniques to monitor the overall status of the fleet.
• Develop reports, findings, and results of fleet status.
• Provide verbal and hands-on training and guidance to operations, such as interpreting program requirements, outlining the purpose of programs, and ensure proper application.
• Develop or recommend appropriate operating procedures, technical libraries, best practices, and materials to ensure operational efficiency and technical support resources for the field.
• Proficiency with: Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), Ariel Performance, and Windrock.
• Vibration Institutes Category II Body of Knowledge.
• Windrock advanced engine and compressor analysis class.
• Basic Failure Analysis.
• Complete understanding of natural gas engines, compressors and other package systems and components.
• Basic understanding of all production equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Vibration Institute’s Category II Vibration Analyst Certification.
• Windrock Compressor Analyst Level II, Windrock Engine Analyst Level II or equivalent certifications from other recognized bodies or authorities.
• Typically at least 10 years Field Operational experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience performing Vibration and Reciprocating Analyst duties.
• Analysis experience working with engines Caterpillar 3400, 3500, 3600 series, White Superior, Waukesha, Ajax, others.
• May serve as a resource to others with less experience.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and bend with good balance, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly required to sit, perform repetitive duties, use a PC and to talk and hear.
• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly required to lift, move and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Most assignments regularly require some problem identification and resolution.
• Recommends solutions to non-recurring problems by analyzing, interpreting and evaluating various precedents and data.
• Anticipates and proactively solves moderately complex problems using internal and external resources.
• Expected to identify opportunities and to provide ideas, methods and innovations to enhance teamwork, efficiency and quality.
• Actions and decisions impact costs and schedule performance in assigned area, but completed work is typically reviewed for accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Performing vibration testing. (50%)
• Developing vibration reports. (25%)
• Working directly with service manager. (10%)
• Technical and HSE training. (15%)
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• All employees shall be in compliance with the Archrock Health Safety and Environmental Policy and local, statutory and/or regulatory requirements at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED