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Reliability Engineer

Columbia, SC · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

ENTRY-LEVEL RELIABILITY ENGINEER Location: Columbia, South Carolina Pay: $35-$45 per hour Schedule ... Exposure to motors, bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics, pumps or rotating equipment * Familiarity with ...

Rotating Reliability Engineer

El Dorado, KS · On-site

$86K - $108K/yr

Evaluates equipment performance and provides equipment reliability improvement recommendations by using RCM analysis. Assist Maintenance with troubleshooting rotating equipment problems in the field.

Rotating Reliability Engineer

El Dorado, KS

$86K - $108K/yr

Evaluates equipment performance and provides equipment reliability improvement recommendations by using RCM analysis. Assist Maintenance with troubleshooting rotating equipment problems in the field.

Rotating Reliability Engineer

El Dorado, KS · On-site

$86K - $108K/yr

Evaluates equipment performance and provides equipment reliability improvement recommendations by using RCM analysis. Assist Maintenance with troubleshooting rotating equipment problems in the field.

Rotating Reliability Engineer

El Dorado, KS · On-site

$86K - $108K/yr

Evaluates equipment performance and provides equipment reliability improvement recommendations by using RCM analysis. Assist Maintenance with troubleshooting rotating equipment problems in the field.

Reliability Engineer

Columbia, SC · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

ENTRY-LEVEL RELIABILITY ENGINEER Location: Columbia, South Carolina Industry: Steel Manufacturing ... Exposure to rotating equipment, motors, bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics or industrial controls

Reliability Engineer

Columbia, SC · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

ENTRY-LEVEL RELIABILITY ENGINEER Location: Columbia, South Carolina Industry: Steel Manufacturing ... Exposure to rotating equipment, motors, bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics or industrial controls

Reliability Engineer

North Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$97K - $123K/yr

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with vibration analysis, rotating equipment ... Engineering, and Operations teams to prioritize corrective actions based on reliability data

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How much do rotating equipment reliability engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for rotating equipment reliability engineer in the United States is $117,973.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $129,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a rotating equipment reliability engineer?

A Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineer is a specialized professional responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and longevity of rotating machinery such as pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors in industrial settings. They analyze equipment data, perform failure analysis, and develop maintenance strategies to prevent unplanned downtime. Their work is critical in industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, and power generation, where equipment reliability directly impacts safety and operational efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a rotating equipment reliability engineer?

To thrive as a Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, experience with rotating machinery, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with condition monitoring systems, reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) tools, and certifications like CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with cross-functional teams and address equipment issues proactively. These skills and qualifications are critical for improving equipment uptime, optimizing maintenance strategies, and ensuring safe, efficient plant operations.

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

Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineers often encounter challenges such as diagnosing complex equipment failures, managing unplanned downtime, and balancing preventative maintenance with operational demands. Addressing these challenges requires strong analytical skills, effective use of reliability tools (like vibration analysis and root cause failure analysis), and close collaboration with operations and maintenance teams. Building strong communication channels and staying updated on best practices in condition monitoring can help engineers proactively identify issues and implement solutions that maximize equipment uptime.

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

AspectRotating Equipment Reliability EngineerMechanical Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, certifications like Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)Requires a mechanical engineering degree; professional licensure varies by region
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, power generation, oil & gas facilities focusing on equipment reliabilityDesign offices, manufacturing plants, R&D labs, often involved in product development
Industry UsageCommonly employed in industries with rotating machinery such as oil & gas, power, manufacturingUsed across various sectors including automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and energy

The Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineer focuses on maintaining and improving the reliability of rotating machinery, often working closely with maintenance teams. Mechanical Engineers have a broader scope, including design, analysis, and manufacturing of mechanical systems. While both roles require mechanical engineering knowledge, the Reliability Engineer emphasizes equipment uptime and reliability in industrial settings.

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Rotating Equipment Engineer

Middletown, OH • On-site

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Job description

Your ambition to be part of the evolving energy market will be fulfilled at Alpha Generation, a company formed to help support the electrification of the energy supply mix.

With one of the largest domestic power portfolios in the U.S. and plans for further growth, in size, capabilities, and systems, we are focused on providing reliable, secure, safe, and sustainable access to power now and in the future.

POWER YOUR CAREER IN
A POSITIVE ENVIRONMENT

AlphaGen offers attractive opportunities for career mobility and advancement. As we become an employer of choice within our industry, AlphaGen maintains the cultural cornerstones that have allowed us to attract, challenge, and retain the best talent:

A welcoming and inclusive environment

Competitive compensation and rewards packages

We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives and respect the range of experiences, skills, and knowledge each individual brings to our collective endeavor. This respect for all people is essential to our long‑term success.

When you become a part of the AlphaGen team, you share in the responsibility of shaping our culture and propelling our performance as we reach towards the future.

FIND YOUR
BRIGHTER FUTURE

Do you want to be part of a unique and fast‑paced company that is helping to power the future?

Opportunities within AlphaGen and our affiliated companies include full‑time on‑site positions at our corporate offices in Houston, Texas, Stamford and Connecticut, as well as in our operating locations in New York. AlphaGen offers competitive compensation packages and bonus opportunities for eligible roles*, and excellent benefit plan options.

Explore exciting career opportunities with us

Work Locations: Tri‑State Area: New York Metro, Connecticut, and New Jersey OR Houston, TX areas

Compensation: $165K - $180k + bonus

Travel up to 40% across fleet sites to support evaluations, inspections, and outage execution.

Company Information:

Alpha Generation is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support capital and maintenance projects across a 24‑plant, 12‑GW power generation fleet in the northeastern United States. The role provides technical and project management leadership for planned and emergent work, including direct management of select projects and support of fleet‑wide project execution in collaboration with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering teams. This role may support mechanical, civil, electrical, or controls‑focused projects depending on the candidate’s background and business needs.

Positions Summary:

AlphaGen is seeking a Rotating Equipment Engineer to provide fleet‑wide engineering support for rotating equipment programs, with primary focus on pump reliability, motor performance, steam turbine and auxiliary rotating equipment, vibration analysis, alignment, gearboxes, lift oil and lube oil systems, lubrication practices, bearings, and associated Balance of Plant (BOP) assets. The role supports plant operations, maintenance, and outage planning by resolving rotating equipment reliability challenges and implementing engineering solutions that enhance efficiency, availability, and safe operation. This position leads and sustains fleet rotating equipment programs and drives continuous improvement initiatives across all fleet sites.

This position reports to the Fleet Overall Program Lead and works closely with fleet engineering, plant operations, maintenance teams, and third‑party vendors to ensure consistent implementation of fleet engineering standards, rotating equipment reliability programs, and industry best practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the Fleet Rotating Equipment Program, overseeing inspections, condition monitoring, vibration analysis, deficiency tracking, and corrective action management for critical assets.
  • Serve as fleet subject matter expert for rotating equipment across Balance of Plant (BOP) and turbine systems, including pumps, motors, fans, compressors, gearboxes, couplings, bearings, lubrication systems, and turbine auxiliaries.
  • Direct fleet rotating equipment programs, managing performance trending, inspections, testing activities, and lifecycle health of BOP and turbine‑related rotating equipment.
  • Investigate rotating equipment reliability issues—such as cavitation, electrical faults, bearing and seal degradation, misalignment, balance, and vibration—and develop effective mitigation strategies.
  • Analyze operational and condition data, lead rotating‑equipment‑focused root cause analyses, and recommend improvements to enhance BOP and turbine equipment reliability and availability.
  • Provide engineering support during planned and forced outages, including scope development, repair evaluation, and review of inspection, alignment, and balance results for rotating equipment.
  • Collaborate with plant teams, OEMs, and third‑party contractors to implement engineered solutions and drive continuous improvement across fleet BOP and turbine systems.
  • Travel up to 40% across fleet sites to support evaluations, inspections, and outage execution.
Key Attributes
  • Self‑starter and motivated individual who takes initiative and demonstrates full ownership of activities required to fulfill the role.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with plant personnel, engineering, and operations leadership to find practical solutions to problems encountered.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple rotating equipment programs across fleet sites simultaneously.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience in the power generation industry, with 10+ years preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred; Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering disciplines may be considered with relevant rotating equipment experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with pumps, motors, turbines, vibration analysis, alignment, lubrication systems, and outage support in utility, power generation, or comparable industrial environments.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred but not required.

AlphaGen is an equal opportunity employer.

Disclaimer: The Company reserves the right to modify the salary, other compensation, and benefits information at any time.

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*Some operating company employees are covered by union contractors that determine pay and benefits.

The AlphaGen way of working

AlphaGen has assembled an industry‑leading management team that has laid the foundations for a collaborative, accountable structure based on integrity and steeped in kindness. We are shaping a unifying vision which will place AlphaGen at the forefront of power generation for years to come. Within an environment that attracts and retains a talented, diverse workforce and offers the opportunity for growth, all team members have the opportunity to contribute to creating our culture and our success. Strong core principles

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