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Percheron LLC

Rotating Equipment Engineer

Katy, TX

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Rotating Equipment Engineer

Pasadena, TX · On-site

... equipment reliability, ensuring quality services and repairs are being performed, reducing ... S in Mechanical Engineering with five (5) years relevant experience in industrial environment. The ...

Percheron LLC

Rotating Equipment Engineer

Katy, TX

Description The Senior Technical Professional is responsible for the engineering and technical deliverables and activities on ongoing projects. Responsible for independently applying advanced ...

Percheron LLC

Rotating Equipment Engineer

Katy, TX · On-site +1

Description The Senior Technical Professional is responsible for the engineering and technical deliverables and activities on ongoing projects. Responsible for independently applying advanced ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract rotating equipment engineer in the United States is $48.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.31 and $52.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Rotating Equipment Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Rotating Equipment Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, experience with rotating machinery (such as pumps, compressors, and turbines), and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with industry standards (like API and ISO), engineering design software (such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks), and condition monitoring systems is typically required. Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help engineers coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure the reliable operation, safety, and efficiency of critical mechanical equipment in industrial settings.

What are some common challenges faced by Contract Rotating Equipment Engineers when starting on new projects?

Contract Rotating Equipment Engineers often encounter challenges such as quickly familiarizing themselves with the client's existing equipment, standards, and maintenance practices. They must adapt to diverse team environments and efficiently communicate with other engineering disciplines, vendors, and operations staff. Additionally, they are expected to deliver results within tight project timelines, often requiring rapid troubleshooting and decision-making to minimize equipment downtime.

What is a Contract Rotating Equipment Engineer?

A Contract Rotating Equipment Engineer is a specialized engineer who works on a contract basis to design, maintain, and troubleshoot rotating machinery such as pumps, compressors, turbines, and engines in industrial settings. Their responsibilities often include overseeing equipment installation, ensuring optimal performance, performing failure analysis, and coordinating maintenance schedules. They typically work for industries like oil & gas, power generation, and manufacturing, providing technical expertise on a project-by-project basis. Contract roles offer flexibility and exposure to varied projects, but may also come with less job security compared to permanent positions.

What is the difference between Contract Rotating Equipment Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectContract Rotating Equipment EngineerMechanical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical or Mechanical Engineering, certifications like API or ASME often preferredBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, professional engineering license (PE) optional
Work EnvironmentOil & gas, power plants, industrial facilities, often on-site or project-basedManufacturing, design firms, R&D, office and plant settings
Employer & Industry UsageEnergy, petrochemical, industrial sectors; used by engineering contractors and companiesManufacturers, consulting firms, R&D labs across various industries

The Contract Rotating Equipment Engineer specializes in maintaining and troubleshooting rotating machinery like turbines and pumps, often working on-site in energy or industrial sectors. Mechanical Engineers have broader roles in design, analysis, and manufacturing across multiple industries. While both roles require mechanical engineering fundamentals, the Contract Rotating Equipment Engineer focuses more on operational reliability of rotating equipment in specific industrial environments.

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Infographic showing various Contract Rotating Equipment Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,599 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Rotating Equipment Engineer - Midstream

HollyFrontier

Salt Lake City, UT

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Basic Function
HF Sinclair Midstream is seeking a Rotating Equipment Engineer. This position conducts engineering assignments for the Reliability Department and functions as a technical specialist, initiating and developing moderately complex engineering concepts. This position is open to the locations of Artesia, NM, Dallas, TX, Tulsa, OK, Salt Lake City, UT, Cheyenne, WY, or Casper, WY. 
Job Duties

(functions considered essential as defined by ADA) 

  • Develop, maintain, and interpret pipeline hydraulics, system curves, and pump curves to optimally define the proper operating region
  • Define and manage key performance indicators (KPI) to measure the effectiveness of the Rotating Equipment Reliability Program
  • Uses common engineering concepts to perform engineering evaluations, FEED studies for new projects, and assignments for the technical services department
  • Estimates the cost and feasibility of reliability projects, supervises contractors and field activities as needed.
  • Knowledgeable on industry specifications regarding design and construction of rotating equipment and associated infrastructure considering appropriate materials of construction and corrosion controls.
  • Use common engineering process to evaluate, recommend, improve our mechanical systems into a reliability program development including performance measurements like efficiency, vibration, temperature and preventive maintenance intervals.
  • Recommend and implement improvements in operations procedures and maintenance procedures as needed.
  • Develop and/or review technical specifications, contract documents and cost estimates for rotating equipment and associated infrastructure (i.e. pumps, starters, transformers, VFDs, MCC)
  • Upgrade, design, configure, maintain and monitor Pipeline/Terminal equipment according to applicable specs. Review proposals of vendors regarding the purchase of new or modernization of existing processing equipment
  • Develop small capital project scopes, budgets and AFE's.
  • Review temporary piping clamps to ensure adequate design to maintain mechanical integrity
  • Review large capital projects design and construction, ensuring specifications and API codes are adhered to.
  • Perform risk evaluations of existing equipment, recommend upgrades or inspection plans as appropriate.
  • Evaluates inspection findings and when needed facilitates and/or performs Fitness For Service evaluations for fixed equipment
  • Track and report key performance indicators for reliability department

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

Experience

Five to ten years' progressive experience in a pipeline, terminals, refinery or similar chemical processing facility.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Registration as a Professional Engineer preferred.

Education Level
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or work history in mechanical reliability commiserate with an engineering degree is required.
Required Skills

Intermediate knowledge of commonly used Pipeline and Terminal engineering mechanical specifications and related ASME/API codes.  Ability to stay abreast of new technology developments and processes is essential.  Ability to communicate effectively with others, strong verbal communication skills, advanced level of reading and writing, ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations.  Advanced ability to work effectively with multiple groups throughout the Organization.  Strong spreadsheet and word processing applications knowledge; strong interpersonal, time-management and organizational skills; ability to provide training to multiple groups on a variety of applicable assigned discipline topics.  Knowledge of various process hazard analysis and root cause analysis methodologies is required.  Ability to coordinate all phases of a project from cradle to grave. ISO 18436-2 CAT II certification, or willingness to acquire the certification is required.

PREFERRED SKILLS:
Working knowledge of Microsoft products and experience with engineering software is preferred.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility
May be responsible for the supervision of contractors.
Work Conditions
Office and plant based with up to 25% travel required.  Subject to varying weather conditions and required to work in all temperatures, including outdoors.
Benefits
HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time-Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Parental Bonding Time
  • Employee Discounts
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.
Physical Requirements
Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, perceive color differences,  required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards are not permitted), ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential (inability to maintain standard insurance rates is grounds for dismissal), valid State driver's license and proof of insurance required. Depending on location must satisfactorily complete a comprehensive medical physical examination.  Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, and working in confined spaces as permitted.
Our One HF Sinclair Culture:
At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.
About HF Sinclair Corporation
HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

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