Rotating Equipment Vibration Dynamics Mechanical Engineer

THE EQUITY ENGINEERING GROUP INC • Shaker Heights, OH

49d • $90,000 - $138,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking to add experienced mechanical engineers to our REVD Team. The Rotating Equipment, Vibration, Dynamics (REVD) Mechanical Field Engineer candidate is a highly motivated multidisciplinary engineer with a mechanical background who has interest in developing expertise in the areas of fixed equipment and rotating machinery. They execute consulting and development projects independently and/or under the direction of senior level engineers. Additional responsibilities include assisting with proposal development, handling client interactions, and performing research and ASME/API code development. The position requires a very strong fundamental engineering background in areas of stress analysis, strength-of-materials, and vibration analysis. The ideal candidate will be comfortable taking initiative to tackle open-ended problems while continuously adapting to new challenges. This position is estimated to travel on average of 35% of the time. However, it could be more based on high demand for our services. The candidate for this position is preferably able to work from our Corporate Headquarters in Shaker Heights, OH or the Houston, TX area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent of work experience in the below relevant areas.
• Current P.E. or Canadian P. Eng. license or able to obtain within 1-2 year.
• Eligible to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) card upon initial employment.
• Strong fundamental engineering background in areas of stress analysis, strength-of-materials, and vibration analysis.
• Comfortable taking initiative to tackle open-ended problems while continuously adapting to new challenges.
• Ability to provide project management, analytical, and technical review support to engineering team members on consulting projects.
• Demonstrates initiative to support expedited client requests and emergency/rush projects.
• Ability to effectively multitask.

Nice To Haves

• API 618 Design Approach 3 experience
• Internship and/or Co-Op Experience in the following areas: Vibration and/or Signal Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, Piping Stress Analysis, Maintenance or Reliability Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics including Fluid-Structure Interaction, Computational Pulsation Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Execute consulting and development projects independently and/or under the direction of senior level engineers.
• Assist with proposal development.
• Handle client interactions.
• Perform research and ASME/API code development.
• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of fundamental engineering principles and advanced problem solving in the areas of stress analysis, strength-of-materials, and vibration analysis.
• Work efficiently and effectively both independently and as a member of multi-disciplinary teams to solve problems related to rotating equipment, piping, pressure vessels, and fired heaters.
• Perform Piping Vibration Analysis (Natural Frequency Assessments, Dynamic Analysis).
• Perform Vibration Testing and Data Analysis (Operating Deflection Shape Analysis, Experimental Modal Analysis).
• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Perform Piping Stress Analysis (B31 Compliance Assessments, Dynamic Assessments).
• Perform ASME Section VIII, Division 1 and 2, and B31 Series Design Calculations.
• Perform Computational Pulsation Analysis (API 618 Design Approach 3 experience a plus).
• Perform calculations requiring fundamental competencies in Heat-transfer and Fluids Engineering.
• Perform or develop the required skill sets under the guidance of rotating equipment subject matter experts to execute consulting services such as: Troubleshooting and optimization of pump and compressor performance issues, Rotating equipment and machinery diagnostics including vibration data collection and analysis (Transient Vibration Data Collection and Analysis, Fault Detection Using Vibration Data).
• Provide capital projects support (equipment specification, shop inspection, performance testing, installation, startup and commissioning) including shop inspections, materials selection, etc.
• With sufficient training and under the guidance of Rotating Equipment Subject Matter Experts, assist with the development of Best Practices and Standards for Rotating Equipment.
• Provide project management, analytical, and technical review support to engineering team members on consulting projects.
• Support expedited client requests and emergency/rush projects.
• Perform on-site data collection and vibration testing at client sites (refineries or petrochemical facilities).
• Participate in ongoing random drug testing and background check programs.

Benefits

• Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range.
• The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
• The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level