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Equipment Specialist

Norfolk, VA · On-site +1

$62K - $81K/yr

Summary You will serve as an Equipment Specialist in the CAFSU AIRLANT Branch (BL15300) of the ALRE ... remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for ...

EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST

Albany, GA · On-site +1

$40K - $97K/yr

You will provide technical guidance on equipment operations, maintenance, and support throughout ... remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for ...

Specialist, Machinery Maintenance

La Porte, TX · On-site +1

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Come Join an Inclusive Team Machinery Maintenance Specialist serves as a rotating equipment subject ... The Company's Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to ...

$29.03 - $33.85/hr

Rotate through the Materiel Section is comprised of Operations, Inspections, and Stockpile ... specialist review and trend data analysis. Coordinate with Air Logistics Complex (ALC) Special ...

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How much do remote rotating equipment specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote rotating equipment specialist in the United States is $69,889.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a remote rotating equipment specialist do?

A Remote Rotating Equipment Specialist is responsible for monitoring, diagnosing, and troubleshooting rotating machinery such as pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors from a remote location. They use specialized software and sensors to assess equipment performance, identify potential issues, and recommend maintenance or repairs. This role is crucial in industries like oil and gas, manufacturing, and power generation, where equipment uptime is critical. The specialist often collaborates with onsite teams to ensure optimal operation and reliability of the machinery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote rotating equipment specialist?

To thrive as a Remote Rotating Equipment Specialist, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, troubleshooting, and maintenance of rotating machinery, often supported by a relevant engineering degree or technical certification. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, condition monitoring systems (such as vibration analysis software), and remote communication platforms is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure efficient equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and enable seamless collaboration from remote locations.

How does a remote rotating equipment specialist typically collaborate with on-site teams and resolve equipment issues from a distance?

As a Remote Rotating Equipment Specialist, you will frequently coordinate with on-site engineers, maintenance personnel, and operations teams via digital communication channels such as video calls, remote monitoring systems, and collaborative platforms. The role involves diagnosing equipment issues, guiding on-site teams through troubleshooting procedures, and recommending maintenance strategies—all while relying on real-time data and remote diagnostic tools. Effective communication skills and a strong technical understanding of rotating equipment are crucial, as you must bridge the gap between remote analysis and hands-on tasks. This collaborative approach helps ensure equipment reliability and minimizes downtime, even when direct physical presence isn't possible.

What is the difference between Remote Rotating Equipment Specialist vs Pump Technician?

AspectRemote Rotating Equipment SpecialistPump Technician
CertificationsMechanical or rotating equipment certifications, API certificationsPump-specific certifications, API 610
Work EnvironmentField and remote locations, industrial plantsIndustrial sites, maintenance facilities
Industry UsageOil & gas, power generation, manufacturingOil & gas, water treatment, chemical processing

The Remote Rotating Equipment Specialist and Pump Technician roles share certifications and industry environments but differ in scope. The specialist focuses on a broad range of rotating equipment, including turbines and compressors, often working remotely or in the field. The Pump Technician specializes specifically in pumps, with a narrower focus but similar technical requirements. Both roles are vital in industrial maintenance and often overlap in industries like oil & gas and power generation.

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Infographic showing various Remote Rotating Equipment Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,889 per year, or $33.6 per hour.

Rotating Equipment Engineer

Baker Hughes

Yuma, AZ • On-site, Remote

$79K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Diagnose machinery problems based on vibration data, operational data, and customer communications.

  • Travel to customer sites to provide supporting service and complete timely reports with findings and recommendations.

  • Build relationships with customers to deliver high-level service and become their trusted advisor for rotating equipment health.


Baker Hughes rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

251st of 499 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Rotating Equipment Engineer

Are you a Field Engineer looking for a new opportunity?

Do you want to join theCordantteam?

Cordant from Baker Hughes, offers a plant-wide, holistic suite of software, services, and Bently Nevada condition monitoring and protection hardware that helps achieve the highest level of asset reliability possible. Our solutions for pre-commissioning, commissioning, and maintenance shutdowns include specialized services for Oil & Gas, chemical, power generation and other process industries.

Partner with the best

As a Rotating Equipment Engineer, you will be providingcustomerscomplete service solutions to address their critical rotating machinery assets, protection, and monitoring system. This will include evaluating machinery condition based on rotor dynamic analysis.

As a Rotating Equipment Engineer, you willbe responsible for:

  • Diagnosing machinery problems based upon vibration data, operational data, and customer communications.

  • Travel to customer sites to providesupporting service.

  • Completingtimelyreports thatidentifyfindingsand providerecommendationsto the customer.

  • Building relationships with customers to provide a high-level of service delivery, becoming their trusted advisor for their rotating equipment health.

  • Calculating and overseeingplacement ofbalance weights.

  • Applying Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E) standards and procedures.


Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

  • Haveabachelor's degreein engineering(Mechanical Engineering a plus)

  • Haveminimum2yearsof industry experience.

  • Be available for extensive travel(up to 70%)and significantover-time(paid).

  • Possess a valid driver's license and passport (or able to obtain a passport).

  • Be eligible to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential).

  • Be eligible to travel overseas and/or work on offshore platforms on occasion.

Desired Characteristics

  • Theoretical and practical knowledge ofreliabilityservices.

  • ISO certification for vibration analysis.

  • Demonstrated authority and assurance in dealing with people.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills to convey technical concepts to business and technical personnel.

  • Experience working under stressful working conditions.

  • Project Managementskills.

  • Solid computer skills using MS Office software.

  • Mechanical trouble shooting skills. "Hands-on approach".

  • Experience reading, interpreting, and understanding mechanical prints.

  • Knowledge of rotating machineryoperationandcontrolssystems.

  • Knowledge of machinery protection and management systems.

  • Knowledge of or experience with AT LEAST one or more of the following: mechanical vibration, rotating machineryvibrationand/or diagnostics, rotodynamic analysis,PdMdata acquisition/evaluation, machinerybalancingand alignment.

  • Knowledge of Bently Nevada products andCordantTMservices.

  • Basic familiarity with computer network systems.


Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do atCordantfromBaker Hughes.We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work.We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

  • Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities

  • Comprehensive private medical care options

  • Safety net of life insurance and disability programs

  • Tailored financial programs

  • Additional elected or voluntary benefits

This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.

The annual pay scale for this position is between $79,490.00 - $170,670.00.

Candidates for this role (office-based/ hybrid/ remote) must be located in or near the locations displayed above. The pay range/scale displayed above represents Baker Hughes' good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum for this position at the time of this posting and applies to the possible locations for this position. Baker Hughes will issue a non-bias competitive offer; the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hires, full-time salaries in some U.S. locations, not including equity or benefits. Where an applicant will ultimately fall within the pay range/scale depends on a variety of factors, including, for example, geographic work location, skillset, qualifications, internal pay alignment, level of experience, and demonstrated performance over time. Please keep in mind that the range stated above is the full base salary range for the role and does not include other forms of compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the pay range for this position during the hiring process.

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

You will be eligible to participate in the Baker Hughes Short-term incentive plan applicable for the above position. The actual payout for your short-term incentive award will be based on company and individual performance and is contingent upon Baker Hughes achieving pre-determined financial results.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Services Specialist - On Site Services

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