The Vibration role is based on-site at a customer facility in Sweeny, Texas. Directly coordinating, scheduling, and participating in work with the customer to comply with the “partnership agreement". You will be working as part of a team who will use their knowledge to develop, operate and manage Condition Monitoring programs for John Crane's client. The role of the Condition Monitoring Specialist is to collect routine Condition Monitoring data, conduct first Line analysis and reporting, work with the teams Engineer to capture advanced data, and participate in troubleshooting. It is expected that the person in this role will work to develop their specialist knowledge. John Crane will provide training to support this development.
SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• To operate and Develop Condition Monitoring programs for John Crane clients in conjunction with the Lead CM Engineer.
• To conduct routine Condition Monitoring surveys at our clients’ premises.
• To conduct analysis of routine vibration data.
• To report Vibration and Oil Analysis results and associated corrective maintenance recommendations
• To interface with the client for the on-site delivery of Condition Monitoring services.
• To conduct periodic on-site Pump Performance Testing and onshore Reporting.
• Using a defined process calculate the cost benefit of carrying out recommendations.
• Work within the requirements of the Integrated Management System.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Mechanical associate or bachelor's degree and/or equivalent and relevant work experience with rotating equipment.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in vibration analysis for condition monitoring of rotating equipment (pumps, compressors) preferred.
• Working knowledge of Computers, MS Office and specialist vibration monitoring software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Experience in the following is preferred:
• Vibration Analysis ISO 18436-2 Category 2, or equivalent preferred
• Lubrication Analysis ISO 18436-4 Category 2, or equivalent preferred
• Thermography preferred
• Rotor dynamics analysis (Orbits, Transient Analysis etc) preferred
• In situ Balancing experience preferred
• Laser Alignment preferred
• Electrical tests (Motor Current Signature Analysis, Partial Discharge tests) preferred
• Acoustic Analysis (Environmental noise, Ultraprobe etc) preferred
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to sit for extend periods of time; a minimum of 2 hours.
• Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the office, shop, warehouse, refinery, or manufacturing plant.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist, and grip items while working at assigned desk area.
• Be able to climb ladders.
• Must have the manual dexterity and coordination to operate office equipment.
• Must be able to simultaneously manage several objectives, changing priorities and reassign priorities to complete assignments.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.
EHS REQUIREMENTS:
• Complete all work in a safe manner and follow all safety requirements consistent with supporting the Company’s goals.
• Lifting guidelines in accordance with the Manual Lifting Guidelines noted in the Safety Handbook.
• Follow all environmental requirements consistent with supporting the company’s environmental performance goals.
• Complete, and actively participate in all other EHS training requirements.
