Remote Vibration Analysis Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $96,657.00 - $135,428.00 Annually
Location : Headquarters - Phoenix 85024, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 1368
Department: Maintenance Engineering
Opening Date: 06/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/13/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Overview & Purpose
About the Pay
Note: The salary range listed ($96,657 - $135,428) reflects the TARGET HIRING RANGE only and does not represent the full pay range for this position.
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - $96,657 - $114-795
Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - $114,067 - $135,428
About Central Arizona Project
Central Arizona Project, a 336-mile system that brings Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona, delivers the state's single largest renewable water supply and serves 80% of the state's population.
Here's what some of our current engineers are saying about working for CAP.
About the Department
The Maintenance Engineering Department provides reliability engineering expertise to Central Arizona Project (CAP) and is seeking an experienced Electrical or Senior Electrical Maintenance Engineer to provide discipline expertise to CAP's asset management program.
About the Responsibilities
The Mechanical or Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer is a tactical role whose purpose is to quickly restore system failures to an operable condition. Provides maintenance engineering services as a member of an asset management team responsible for the reliability, availability, and maintenance of pumping plants, water conveyance systems and facilities for the Central Arizona Project (CAP).
Utilizes technical expertise, field experience, and knowledge of equipment to lead the effort to continually improve mean time to repair (MTTR) methods and efficiency. Leads the development of maintenance task procedures of CAP equipment. Develops and refines repair scopes of work based on technical standards and industry best practices. Engages with other entities and professional societies to stay current on trends and new technologies related to equipment restoration and repair. Leads and directs maintenance teams and vendors for large outage and overhaul activities utilizing experience and equipment knowledge.
Mechanical - Engineering support and restoration activities for Large Vertical Centrifugal Pumps and Turbines, Valves, Cooling Water Systems, Radial and Sluice Gates, Hydraulic Systems, Overhead Cranes, Fire Suppression and Detection Systems, HVAC, Auxiliary Water Systems, Facilities, Backup Power Generator Sets, and other Auxiliary Systems.
Some of the responsibilities include:
1. Support the development and administration of an integrated maintenance program for all CAP facilities that incorporates industry best practices.
A. Develop, review, and modify maintenance procedures, guidelines and schedules for electrical, mechanical, civil, and other equipment and structures. Write and adjust procedures and frequencies as necessary. Provide standardization in procedures and frequencies.
B. Develop and support execution of complex maintenance equipment repair scopes of work. Including but not limited to equipment overhauls, breakdown and corrective repairs, and replacements in kind (RIK).
C. Provide support to maintenance groups in assessing and advanced troubleshooting plant and canal equipment to restore to an operable state working to reduce Mean Time to Repair (MTTR).
2. Perform Asset Condition Monitoring (ACM) and equipment condition assessment data collection activities in the field and report findings using various reporting methods and software. Analyze data and utilize it to make decisions regarding required repairs and recommendations for overhaul or replacement. Develop ACM program and new testing methods to ensure reliability and availability of critical assets. ACM technologies include vibration analysis, infrared imaging, ultrasonic thickness testing, airborne/structure borne ultrasound, motor and breaker testing, and various visual inspections including the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and remote operated vehicles (ROV).
3. Develops bill of materials and recommends spare parts inventories for critical assets. Makes budget recommendations based on asset condition.
4. Recommends modifications or upgrades to equipment based on operating and maintenance histories when justified by expected performance improvements.
5. Provide work direction to contractors, craftsmen, and other assigned personnel through the appropriate supervision or as required. Mentors junior-level maintenance engineers.
About the Qualifications
For the Engineer position:

• Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years total Mechanical Engineering experience.
• Advanced degree or other related experience may substitute for up to two years of Mechanical Engineering experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Professional Engineer
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP).

For the Senior Engineer position:

• Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.

• Eight (8) years total Mechanical Engineering experience and one of the following certifications or licenses:
  • Registered Professional Engineer
  • Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional
• Twelve (12) years total Mechanical Engineering experience is required if none of the certifications above are held.
• Advanced degree or other related experience may substitute for up to two years of Mechanical Engineering experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all of the items listed below -
  • Advanced Troubleshooting of CAP Specific Equipment
  • Development of Complex Scopes of Work
  • Mean Time to Repair Efficiency
  • Equipment Maintenance Plan
  • Equipment Condition Assessment
  • Lead Overhaul and Major Outage Repairs

Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record. This is a safety-sensitive position and requires physical testing.
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I have reviewed the target hiring range for this position. I understand that this target range does not reflect the full employee pay range for this job. I understand that in addition to pay, CAP provides employees with a generous benefits package including pension, 401(k), excellent health insurance with $0 employee-only premium, dental, vision, life, disability, 4-10 work schedule with Fridays off, paid training, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, paid holidays, paid time off, wellness programs, and more.

• Yes

02
Which best describes your highest level of education?

• Less than High School Diploma or Less than a GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• PhD or JD

03
Do you have a bachelor degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

04
How many years total Mechanical Engineering experience do you have?

• Less than 1
• 1 - 2
• 3 - 4
• 5 - 7
• 8 - 11
• 12+

05
Please select the certifications or licenses you have below.

• Registered Professional Engineer
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP).
• None of the Above

06
Please select the areas below that you have the demonstrated ability to perform.

• Advanced Troubleshooting of CAP Specific Equipment
• Development of Complex Scopes of Work
• Mean Time to Repair Efficiency
• Equipment Maintenance Plan
• Equipment Condition Assessment
• Lead Overhaul and Major Outage Repairs
• None of the Above

07
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?

• Yes
• No

08
Do you have a valid driver's license and a good driving record?

• Yes
• No

Required Question