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Delek US

Sr Reliability Specialist

Big Spring, TX · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Rotating Equipment Specialist provides technical guidance and field-facing reliability support for refinery rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, motors ...

Delek US

Sr Reliability Specialist

Big Spring, TX · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Rotating Equipment Specialist provides technical guidance and field-facing reliability support for refinery rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, motors ...

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Operations Manager, Rotating Equipment

Houston, TX · On-site

Visit us at Position Summary The Operations Manager for the Rotating Equipment Group is responsible ... Experience in refinery, petrochemical, chemical, power generation, pipeline, manufacturing, or ...

HF Sinclair

Rotating Reliability Engineer

El Dorado, KS · On-site

$86K - $108K/yr

... refinery equipment. Conducts investigations of equipment problems and failures (RCFA), makes ... Champion the rotating machinery bad actor program. Develop and/or assist in the strategies for the ...

HollyFrontier

Rotating Reliability Engineer

El Dorado, KS

$86K - $108K/yr

... refinery equipment. Conducts investigations of equipment problems and failures (RCFA), makes ... Champion the rotating machinery bad actor program. Develop and/or assist in the strategies for the ...

HF Sinclair

Rotating Reliability Engineer

El Dorado, KS

$86K - $108K/yr

... refinery equipment. Conducts investigations of equipment problems and failures (RCFA), makes ... Champion the rotating machinery bad actor program. Develop and/or assist in the strategies for the ...

HF Sinclair

Rotating Reliability Engineer

El Dorado, KS · On-site

$86K - $108K/yr

... refinery equipment. Conducts investigations of equipment problems and failures (RCFA), makes ... Champion the rotating machinery bad actor program. Develop and/or assist in the strategies for the ...

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How much do refinery rotating equipment jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for refinery rotating equipment in the United States is $24.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a refinery rotating equipment engineer?

Refinery rotating equipment engineers are professionals who specialize in the maintenance, operation, and reliability of machinery with moving parts in oil refineries, such as pumps, compressors, turbines, and fans. They ensure these critical machines run efficiently and safely by performing inspections, troubleshooting issues, and overseeing repairs or upgrades. Their work helps prevent equipment failures, reduces downtime, and supports the overall productivity of the refinery. These engineers often collaborate with other engineering teams and maintenance staff to optimize equipment performance.

What are some common challenges faced by refinery rotating equipment engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Refinery Rotating Equipment engineers often face challenges such as equipment reliability issues, unplanned downtime, and the need for timely maintenance. These challenges can be addressed by implementing predictive maintenance strategies, thorough root cause analysis, and close coordination with operations and maintenance teams. Additionally, staying updated on the latest industry standards and best practices helps in providing effective solutions and minimizing equipment failures. Strong communication and collaboration with other departments are essential for ensuring smooth plant operations and long-term equipment performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a refinery rotating equipment engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Refinery Rotating Equipment Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, experience with pumps, compressors, turbines, and relevant industry standards. Proficiency in using maintenance management systems (CMMS), vibration analysis tools, and familiarity with reliability-centered maintenance practices is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of critical refinery equipment, minimizing downtime and supporting overall plant performance.

What is the difference between Refinery Rotating Equipment vs Refinery Mechanical Technician?

AspectRefinery Rotating EquipmentRefinery Mechanical Technician
CertificationsVibration analysis, rotating equipment certificationsMechanical maintenance, safety, and technical certifications
Work EnvironmentRefineries, industrial plants, maintenance facilitiesRefineries, maintenance workshops, on-site plant areas
Job FocusMaintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting rotating machinery like pumps and turbinesPerforming mechanical repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance

Refinery Rotating Equipment specialists focus on the operation and maintenance of rotating machinery such as pumps, turbines, and compressors, often requiring specialized certifications. Refinery Mechanical Technicians perform broader mechanical maintenance tasks across various equipment types. Both roles are essential in refinery operations, but their specific focus and certifications differ.

What other helpful pages are available for Refinery Rotating Equipment?

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Infographic showing various Refinery Rotating Equipment job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,960 per year, or $24 per hour.

Sr Reliability Specialist

Big Spring, TX • On-site

Delek US
Oil and Gas Extraction • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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Job description

Are you looking for a career in a dynamic and innovative company that values versatility, growth, and teamwork? Look no further than Delek US Holdings!
WHAT IS DELEK? WHAT DO WE DO?
We are a boutique-sized diversified downstream energy company with a range of assets, including petroleum refining and logistics.
  • Our refineries in Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana have a combined crude capacity of 302,000 barrels per day
  • Our logistics business currently owns and operates 720 miles of crude and product pipelines, a 600-mile crude oil gathering system, and storage tanks and terminals.

DELEK BENEFITS:
We offer fantastic benefits that include up to a 10% match on 401K on your hire start, with a vesting timeline of only one year, along with medical benefits that start on day onewith a 30% premium rebate annually! We value your well-being and all employees now have access to the Calm app for FREE, which is used for meditation, stress management, and better sleep. Through our performance management program, you can earn additional annual incentives as you set and achieve goals. Our pay for performance culture motivates our employees to improve Delek's year-over-year company, business unit, and individual results. With some of the highest bonus payouts in recent years, we know that our success is due to our talented and dedicated team. We are looking for individuals like you to help us continue this momentum and bring new ideas to the table. At Delek, you will have the opportunity to make an impact and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment.
JOB SUMMARY
The Rotating Equipment Specialist provides technical guidance and field-facing reliability support for refinery rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, motors, gearboxes, bearing systems, seals, lubrication systems, and related auxiliary equipment. The role is accountable for improving equipment reliability, increasing mean time between failures, reducing downtime, and lowering maintenance-related operating cost while supporting safe and environmentally responsible operations. This position partners with Reliability Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, Turnaround, Inspection, Procurement, and vendor resources to troubleshoot rotating equipment issues, strengthen maintenance strategies, improve precision maintenance practices, and support long-term reliability performance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide day-to-day technical guidance to Operations and Maintenance on rotating equipment performance, asset integrity, corrective actions, and safe return-to-service decisions.
  • Lead or support troubleshooting of rotating equipment failure modes, including shaft misalignment, imbalance, bearing distress, seal degradation, lubrication-related failures, abnormal vibration, process-induced equipment issues, soft foot, piping strain, and repeat failures.
  • Lead optimization and performance improvement of pumps, compressors, turbines, motors, and auxiliary systems through condition monitoring, equipment health reviews, reliability improvement actions, and collaboration with discipline experts.
  • Support the vibration and lubrication programs, including monthly route collection, review of vibration data, interpretation of oil analysis results, creation of corrective work orders, and follow-up on alarm or warning conditions.
  • Participate in root cause analysis, root cause failure analysis, defect elimination, bad actor reviews, FMEA sessions, Reliability Centered Maintenance reviews, and maintenance strategy development.
  • Assist with development and improvement of preventive and predictive maintenance tasks, equipment standards, maintenance procedures, commissioning plans, inspection plans, and troubleshooting documentation for rotating machinery.
  • Collaborate with planners, Maintenance, Operations, Reliability Engineering, and Turnaround teams on shutdown, startup, outage, and turnaround scope development, justification, execution support, and post-event improvement actions.
  • Support commissioning, repair quality, inspection, and acceptance of rotating equipment repairs, rebuilds, installations, and upgrades, including review of vendor/OEM recommendations and field execution quality.
  • Participate in the maintenance critical spare parts program by identifying critical rotating equipment spares, reviewing equipment history, supporting BOM accuracy, and recommending inventory improvements where needed.
  • Use SAP/CMMS, vibration systems, rounds tools, and reliability dashboards to maintain data integrity, document equipment health, create notifications/work orders, trend failures, and support reliability KPIs.
  • Coach and support Maintenance and Operations personnel on rotating equipment basics, precision maintenance expectations, lubrication practices, vibration awareness, equipment care, and start-up/shutdown considerations.
  • Support capital improvement and management of change activities by providing rotating equipment input into design reviews, installation plans, equipment specifications, commissioning, PSSR, and reliability readiness.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Associate degree or two-year technical degree preferred. HS/GED required. Combination of education, technical training, military experience, and relevant industry experience may be considered.
  • Six (6) or more years of Oil & Gas, refining, petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, power generation, heavy industrial, or related rotating equipment experience required.
  • Demonstrated experience with rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines, motors, gearboxes, bearings, seals, lubrication systems, and associated auxiliary systems required.
  • Experience troubleshooting rotating equipment failure modes and identifying root causes related to shaft alignment, imbalance, bearing health, seal systems, lubrication, vibration, process conditions, and mechanical installation quality required.
  • Category I vibration certification preferred. Additional vibration, lubrication, infrared, ultrasound, precision alignment, or reliability certification is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Working knowledge of reliability management, rotating equipment reliability, predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, root cause analysis, risk assessment, and defect elimination.
  • Ability to interpret vibration trends, equipment health indicators, lubrication results, work order history, downtime information, and recurring failure data to recommend corrective actions.
  • Knowledge of precision maintenance practices, including shaft alignment, balancing, soft-foot correction, equipment base/foundation considerations, lubrication control, seal system basics, and installation quality checks.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability Engineering, Turnaround, Inspection, Procurement, contractors, and vendors to resolve equipment performance issues.
  • Ability to write clear technical recommendations, corrective work requests, failure summaries, maintenance procedures, and equipment documentation.
  • Ability to prioritize work based on safety, environmental impact, production risk, equipment criticality, reliability risk, and business impact.
  • Familiarity with CMMS/SAP, vibration monitoring tools, electronic rounds, reliability dashboards, and Microsoft Office tools preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • Must be able to work in an industrial refinery environment and access operating units, maintenance areas, shops, and field equipment as needed.
  • Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment in designated areas, including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, flame-resistant clothing, safety footwear, hearing protection, and respiratory protection when required.
  • May be required to walk job sites, climb stairs or ladders, work around hot surfaces, noisy equipment, rotating machinery, hydrocarbons, chemicals, and other refinery conditions.
  • May support callouts, outages, turnarounds, shutdown/startup activities, and field troubleshooting based on business need.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.
BECOME PART OF THE ENERGY
It's an exciting time to join Delek. We're on a mission to attract, retain, and engage the best and brightest talent - those who are great team players and leaders who make it their first priority to serve.
  • We are performance driven
  • We value a passion for excellence
  • We value teamwork
  • We value and reward hard work and dedication

Delek US offers the opportunity to provide you with more than a job - we want to help you build a career.
Since our inception, our ability to hire the right people for the job has served us well, resulting in an impressive record of consistent growth and profitability. With more than 3,500 employees in nine states, we have brought together a diverse team of professionals passionate about investing their time and expertise in one of the most dynamic downstream energy companies in the market today.
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