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Overview
Rotating Equipment Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Rotating Equipment Engineer to support commissioning, startup, and early operations for a new oil and gas development. This role will play a key part in the transition from project execution to safe, reliable operations across a central processing facility, seawater treatment plant for injection, and drill site.
This position will work closely with the client's Production Operations, Maintenance, HSE, and Project and Commissioning Teams to ensure a disciplined, safe, and efficient startup and handover.
This is a field-based rotational position working 12-hour days, 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off.
About Fairweather
Fairweather is a trusted service provider in Alaska, delivering specialized solutions in remote and Arctic environments. Our mission is to support operations with safety, integrity, and excellence. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees are equipped with the tools and support needed for success.
Why You Should Work for Us

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative work culture
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Commitment to employee safety and well-being

Total Rewards & Benefits

• Medical Coverage: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plans, including medical, dental, and vision
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) up to 4% company match.
• Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and voluntary supplemental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free counseling and support services
• Paid Holidays: Observance of major federal holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and dependent care options

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

• Be a hands-on, field-based engineer supporting commissioning through early operations
• Provide calm, practical troubleshooting during high-pressure startup conditions
• Bridge the gap between project execution and Operations ownership
• Ensure rotating equipment is transitioned into reliable, sustainable operation
• Bring a reliability mindset, not just a commissioning mindset
• Identify gaps early and proactively drive resolution rather than reacting late
• Work effectively across disciplines and influence without direct authority
• Maintain strong field presence and build trust with Operations and Maintenance teams

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Promote and lead in the implementation client policies and procedures, including Safety, health, environment, process, people and planning
Commissioning and Startup Activities: Support commissioning, pre-startup safety reviews, and startup of rotating equipment including pumps, compressors, turbines, and generators. Participate in system walkdowns, punch listing, mechanical completion verification, and review vendor documentation, test procedures, and commissioning plans to confirm completeness and operational readiness.
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics: Provide on-site troubleshooting and technical support during startup and early operations. Diagnose issues related to vibration, alignment, lubrication, seals, and equipment performance to ensure reliable operation and address emerging concerns promptly.
Installation and Change Management: Ensure proper installation practices such as alignment, grouting, and coupling setup for rotating equipment. Support the Management of Change (MOC) process for equipment or design modifications to maintain integrity and compliance
Procedures and Maintenance Strategy Development: Support the development of operating and maintenance procedures for rotating equipment. Assist in establishing maintenance strategies including preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and longevity.
Coordination and Vendor Interface: Interface with vendors and subject matter experts to resolve complex technical issues. Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Commissioning teams to align priorities and deliver integrated solutions
Safety and Compliance: Promote safety and ensure compliance with site standards and regulatory requirements for all rotating equipment activities.
Required Qualifications Skills and Experience
Skills and Experience
• 8+ years of experience in oil and gas or similar industrial environments
• Direct experience supporting commissioning and startup of new facilities
• Strong background in rotating equipment including pumps, compressors, turbines, and generators
• Demonstrated troubleshooting experience in live operating environments
• Experience working in remote or field-based operations environments
• Familiarity with PSSR, commissioning processes, and startup workflows
• Experience with maintenance and reliability programs preferred
• Experience working with OEMs and vendors during installation and startup
Technical Competencies
• Strong understanding of rotating equipment fundamentals and failure modes
• Vibration analysis and condition monitoring knowledge preferred
• Alignment techniques, balancing, and installation best practices
• Lubrication systems, seal systems, and bearing design fundamentals
• Ability to interpret equipment performance data and trends
• Understanding of maintenance strategies including preventive and predictive approaches
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance planning processes
• Working knowledge of Management of Change (MOC) processes
• Ability to review and interpret P&IDs, datasheets, and vendor documentation
Personal Attributes
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to doing work the right way
• Practical, solutions-oriented approach to problem solving
• Ability to stay composed and effective in fast-paced startup environments
• Strong communication skills across field and office teams
• Collaborative and team-focused, with the ability to influence across functions
• Self-driven and proactive, with a willingness to take ownership
• Adaptable and comfortable working in an evolving project-to-operations environment
• Willingness to be hands-on and engaged in the field
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The majority of work takes place in a north-slope field environment with a diverse group of individuals, each with distinct roles, personalities, and skills. -
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work generally will require routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying items weighing up to fifty pounds. [Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions]
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: It is Fairweather's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Fairweather is a Doyon company. As such, it grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first and, second, to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference, in all phases of employment and training, including, but not limited to, hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.
Fairweather is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments
A review of this position has excluded marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.