Repair Engineer
27 days ago
South Houston
Job Description Rotating Machinery Services Inc. is looking for a Repair Engineer to join our team. The Repair Engineer is responsible for leading repair activities of engineered rotating machinery within the Houston Repair facility for Rotating Machinery Services Inc. These activities include, but are not limited to, inspections, dispositions, recommended repairs, execution of the elected repairs, issuing of clear work instructions and making sure questions are answered promptly. The Houston Repair facilities repair a wide range of critical equipment such as centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, hot gas expanders, axial compressors, helical screw compressors, power turbines and integrally geared compressors. The Repair Engineer is the recognized technical resources at the repair facility and will engage with recognized technical authorities, project management, suppliers and customer personnel as required to ensure the mechanical integrity of the repair and timelines of the repair activity. SKILLS REQUIRED ORGANIZATIONAL - EXPERIENCE REQUIRED • Exceptional ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time and resources effectively, • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines., • Exceptional attention to details., • Display ownership and accountability for tasks and responsibilities., • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • SolidWorks, Ansys Workbench and PolyWorks experience required., • Mechanical equipment design and function knowledge of turbomachinery preferred., • Installation, assembly and disassembly knowledge of turbo machinery., • Maintain a safe working environment and a commitment to safety excellence., • Development of standard work procedures and templates to facilitate routine inspection and repair activities, • Develop project specific work scopes, work instructions and necessary inspection forms for assigned jobs., • Review shop inspection reports and develop detailed reports for customer review., • Promote, maintain and drive continuous improvement in support of increased productivity, quality and safety., • Recommendations for upgrades where appropriate to improve equipment durability and/or extend mean time between repairs., • Collaborate with design engineers utilizing drafting/CAD skills to generate detailed manufacturing and repair drawings., • Technical contact for assigned repair projects., • Evaluate and maintain awareness of evolving or developing repair techniques and technologies that could be effectively applied., • Assessing repair quality issues through the NCR process and develop preventative solution., • Assist in the interviewing and evaluation of new hires., • Interface with other departments and suppliers as required to ensure project requirements are met on time., • Participate in manufacturing team activities to meet identified goals. The above list of activities is not all inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of an RMS Inc. Repair Engineer. This list is subject to change based on the needs of the company. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Experience: • Minimum of 2-3 years of direct contact with turbomachinery overhaul, installation and maintenance, including shop and field involvement., • Mechanical equipment design and function knowledge of turbomachinery preferred., • Familiarity with inspection and quality control practices., • Prior experience as a process leader and with implementing productivity tools preferred, • Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving ability, • Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills., • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines., • Ability to work with minimal supervision., • Ability to bring assignments to successful completion., • Ability to anticipate customer needs and ensure that they are met., • The position may be based in RMS’s South Houston, TX facility., • This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week, averaging 45 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required based on project needs., • This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check., • Must possess a valid driver’s license, • Ability to pass pre-employment drug, alcohol test, and background check., • Ability to act professionally under stressful situations., • Able to understand, read, write and speak English., • Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. (with assistance), walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance., • Must be able to use hands for assembling and tool usage, • While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand, sit, bend, and walk for significant portions of the shift, • Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals, including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel., • Authorized to work in the United States, • Competitive Pay, • Paid Time Off, • Medical / Dental / Vision, • 401k, • Employee Incentive Programs ABOUT RMS Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times. RMS’ commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry. RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.