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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 ...

Airswift

Senior Rotating Equipment Engineer

Gregory, TX · On-site

$90K - $124K/yr

Senior Rotating Equipment Engineer - Gregory, TX Our client is seeking a Senior Rotating Equipment Engineer to work within their facilities located in Gregory, TX, for an initial one-year assignment.

Pbf Energy

Senior Rotating Equipment Engineer

Martinez, CA · On-site

$106K - $189K/yr

Senior Rotating Equipment Engineer PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities.

Ingredion Incorporated

As a Principal Rotating Equipment Engineer with deep expertise in rotating equipment will lead global technical initiatives and CAPEX projects across all business segments. As the Subject Matter ...

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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance rotating equipment engineer in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Freelance Rotating Equipment Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, in-depth knowledge of rotating machinery (like pumps, compressors, turbines), and relevant industry experience, often supported by a degree and professional certifications (such as API or ASME standards). Familiarity with design and analysis software (e.g., AutoCAD, ANSYS), condition monitoring systems, and reliability tools is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently are essential soft skills in this role. These capabilities ensure reliable equipment operation, client satisfaction, and successful project delivery across diverse industrial environments.

What is a Freelance Rotating Equipment Engineer?

A Freelance Rotating Equipment Engineer is an independent professional who specializes in the design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of machinery with moving parts, such as pumps, compressors, turbines, and engines, for various industries. Unlike full-time employees, freelancers work on a project or contract basis, often providing expertise to multiple clients simultaneously. Their responsibilities may include equipment selection, performance analysis, failure investigation, and ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards. They often collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and may work on-site or remotely, depending on the project requirements.

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Rotating Equipment Engineer-CORE

Rotating Equipment Engineer-CORE

Chart Industries

Beasley, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago

Chart Industries rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

207th of 418 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Ensuring Chart's Success...
Cooler By Design" - Chart's core business is centered around the design and fabrication of cryogenic equipment; so you can see where we get our tagline from, right? Well, yes and no - see, we think the products we design and build are pretty cool too. Also, we're problem solvers. Customers don't come to Chart with an equipment specification, they come to Chart with a challenge. That's where you come in, because someone has to figure it out - all the way from conceptual design to installation and commissioning of equipment on-site. Chart's mission is to provide full solutions across the Nexus of Clean™ - clean power, clean water, clean food, and clean industrials. The diverse applications we service echo our commitment to sustainability - from providing full hydrogen solutions across the value chain, offering small and industrial scale carbon capture solutions to customers globally, creating water treatment systems responsible for treating 4.5 billion gallons of water per day in the U.S. and delivering clean water to over a billion people worldwide, providing equipment and solutions for mission critical space launches, decarbonizing the marine industry, and electrifying the mining space. Chart even contributes to the food and beverage industry by making some of your favorite carbonated beverages possible - If nitro coffee or nitro ice cream is your thing - well, that's Chart technology too (and it's also cool)! Interested in learning more? Take a tour of Chart City to get a feel of how Chart equipment solutions impact our daily lives.
Our Beasley, TX location is seeking a Rotating Equipment Engineer to perform / lead / manage the design engineering functions of a project including overall machine and equipment package design and creation of production drawings and support new product / project development and product enhancements for Reciprocating Compressors Packages (Piston and Diaphragm) in North America.
What Will You Do?
  • Design turbo expander per project specifications using SolidWorks in PLM/PDM managed system.
  • Perform Rotor-dynamics analysis
  • Perform structural analysis of various components, including Modal and harmonic analysis.
  • Specify appropriately sized hardware such as fasteners, o-rings, etc.
  • Prepare design review documentation
  • Prepare and verify detailed drawings for proper dimensions and tolerances.
  • Supervise subordinate engineers.
  • Perform duties of test engineer
  • Test set up-Instrumentation readouts

Your Experience Should Be...
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent)
  • 5+ years of experience in air/gas handling, rotating equipment, or heavy industrial environments
  • Strong understanding of engineering calculations, drawings, and bills of material
  • Familiarity with industry standards (ANSI, ASME, ASTM, API, MIL, SAE)
  • Proficient in engineering software (Creo, ANSYS, SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and Microsoft Office tools
  • Knowledge of heavy industrial fabrication, welding standards, and mechanical systems (lubrication, cooling, gas lines)
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities
  • Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects independently

Desired skills, knowledge and behaviors:
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and 2D/3D CAD software
  • Experience with ERP systems and lean manufacturing practices
  • Exposure to computer programming and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Advanced degree or Professional Engineering license (or ability to obtain one)

Our Benefits Package...
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Employer contributions to an HSA account
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance with the option to purchase supplemental individual, spouse and dependent child coverage
  • 401k retirement savings plan including a company match

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