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Rotation Instrumentation Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Rotating Equipment Engineer-CORE

Beasley, TX · On-site

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Test set up-Instrumentation readouts Your Experience Should Be... * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent) * 5+ years of experience in air/gas handling, rotating ...

Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills (rotating equipment, piping, valves) * Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and instrumentation * Experience with preventive maintenance systems ...

Rotating Equipment Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

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Conduct maintenance and repair of rotating equipment such as pumps, blowers, screens, filter, and ... and instrumentation. * Create and maintain site paperwork and provide customers with detailed ...

Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills (rotating equipment, piping, valves) * Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, and instrumentation * Experience with preventive maintenance systems ...

Rotating Equipment Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Conduct maintenance and repair of rotating equipment such as pumps, blowers, screens, filter, and ... and instrumentation. * Create and maintain site paperwork and provide customers with detailed ...

Rotating Equipment Inspector - New York, United States Intertek, a leading provider of quality and ... instrumentation, pressure testing, well control, equipment operation and assembly * Must have ...

Rotating Equipment Inspector - New York, United States Intertek, a leading provider of quality and ... instrumentation, pressure testing, well control, equipment operation and assembly * Must have ...

Rotating Equipment Inspector - California, United States Intertek, a leading provider of quality ... instrumentation, pressure testing, well control, equipment operation and assembly * Must have ...

Direct multidisciplinary teams-including civil, piping, and instrumentation engineers-and foster a ... Strong background in installation, integration, and QA/QC of rotating equipment, piping systems ...

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How much do rotation instrumentation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for rotation instrumentation in Houston, TX is $27.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.76 and $28.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a rotation instrumentation?

A Rotation Instrumentation job involves working with sensors, gauges, and data acquisition systems to measure rotational motion, speed, and related parameters in machinery or industrial processes. Professionals in this role are responsible for installing, calibrating, and maintaining instrumentation to ensure accurate data collection. They often work in sectors like aerospace, automotive, energy, or manufacturing, where precise rotational measurements are critical for performance and safety.

What types of projects or assignments are typically given to rotation instrumentation professionals?

Rotation Instrumentation roles often involve working on scheduled maintenance, calibration, installation, and troubleshooting of industrial instrumentation in various plant environments. You may rotate between different operational sites or departments to gain exposure to diverse systems, processes, and instrumentation challenges. This rotation structure not only builds broad skill sets but also fosters collaboration with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams. These assignments help develop a well-rounded expertise and can open up advancement opportunities in senior technical or engineering management roles over time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the rotation instrumentation position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rotation Instrumentation professional, you need a solid background in instrumentation engineering, calibration, and process control systems, often supported by a technical degree or relevant certifications. Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS), and calibration tools such as HART communicators is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you excel in troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration. These capabilities ensure reliable instrumentation performance, support safe plant operations, and facilitate successful rotational assignments across different sites or departments.

What job categories do people searching Rotation Instrumentation jobs in Houston, TX look for?

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Infographic showing various Rotation Instrumentation job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,192 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Rotating Equipment Engineer-CORE

Chart Industries

Beasley, TX

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 4 days ago


Chart Industries rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

352nd of 490 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Ensuring Chart's Success...

Cooler By Design" - Chart's core business is centered around the design and fabrication of cryogenic equipment; so you can see where we get our tagline from, right? Well, yes and no - see, we think the products we design and build are pretty cool too. Also, we're problem solvers. Customers don't come to Chart with an equipment specification, they come to Chart with a challenge. That's where you come in, because someone has to figure it out - all the way from conceptual design to installation and commissioning of equipment on-site. Chart's mission is to provide full solutions across the Nexus of Clean - clean power, clean water, clean food, and clean industrials. The diverse applications we service echo our commitment to sustainability - from providing full hydrogen solutions across the value chain, offering small and industrial scale carbon capture solutions to customers globally, creating water treatment systems responsible for treating 4.5 billion gallons of water per day in the U.S. and delivering clean water to over a billion people worldwide, providing equipment and solutions for mission critical space launches, decarbonizing the marine industry, and electrifying the mining space. Chart even contributes to the food and beverage industry by making some of your favorite carbonated beverages possible - If nitro coffee or nitro ice cream is your thing - well, that's Chart technology too (and it's also cool)! Interested in learning more? Take a tour of Chart City to get a feel of how Chart equipment solutions impact our daily lives.

Our Beasley, TX location is seeking a Rotating Equipment Engineer to perform / lead / manage the design engineering functions of a project including overall machine and equipment package design and creation of production drawings and support new product / project development and product enhancements for Reciprocating Compressors Packages (Piston and Diaphragm) in North America.

What Will You Do?
  • Design turbo expander per project specifications using SolidWorks in PLM/PDM managed system.
  • Perform Rotor-dynamics analysis
  • Perform structural analysis of various components, including Modal and harmonic analysis.
  • Specify appropriately sized hardware such as fasteners, o-rings, etc.
  • Prepare design review documentation
  • Prepare and verify detailed drawings for proper dimensions and tolerances.
  • Supervise subordinate engineers.
  • Perform duties of test engineer
  • Test set up-Instrumentation readouts
Your Experience Should Be...
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent) 
  • 3+ years of experience in air/gas handling, rotating equipment, or heavy industrial environments
  • Strong understanding of engineering calculations, drawings, and bills of material
  • Familiarity with industry standards (ANSI, ASME, ASTM, API, MIL, SAE)
  • Proficient in engineering software (Creo, ANSYS, SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and Microsoft Office tools
  • Knowledge of heavy industrial fabrication, welding standards, and mechanical systems (lubrication, cooling, gas lines)
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities
  • Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects independently

Desired skills, knowledge and behaviors:

  • Proficiency in MS Excel and 2D/3D CAD software
  • Experience with ERP systems and lean manufacturing practices
  • Exposure to computer programming and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Advanced degree or Professional Engineering license (or ability to obtain one)
Our Benefits Package...
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance

  • Employer contributions to an HSA account

  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage

  • Basic life insurance with the option to purchase supplemental individual, spouse and dependent child coverage

  • 401k retirement savings plan including a company match


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