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Rotating Equipment Engineer Duration: 2 years contract initially Location: Houston, TX Start date: August 2026 End date: September 2028 Position Overview This opportunity is for a Rotating Equipment ...

Rotating Equipment Engineer

Boothwyn, PA ยท On-site

$70K - $95K/yr

Rotating Equipment Engineer The Rotating Equipment Group is currently comprised of 17 companies spread throughout the United States and still growing! Our aim is to be the primary source for rotating ...

Rotating Equipment Engineer

Paulsboro, NJ ยท On-site

$100K - $176K/yr

Rotating Equipment Engineer The Rotating Equipment Engineer will provide mechanical engineering support and reliability improvements to the refinery. This position is responsible for guidance and ...

Rotating Equipment Engineer The Rotating Equipment Engineer will provide mechanical engineering support and reliability improvements to the refinery. This position is responsible for guidance and ...

Provides rotating equipment engineering assistance, direction and solutions * Solves technical challenges related to unit operations and capital projects in assigned areas * Upgrades, designs ...

Mentor technicians and junior engineers in best practices for rotating equipment repair. Education: * Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field. * Vibration analysis or reliability ...

Update and maintain engineering specifications for rotating equipment * Analyze possible rerates and upgrades to improve through put and reliability of critical equipment trains. * Provide ...

Mentor technicians and junior engineers in best practices for rotating equipment repair. Education: * Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field. * Vibration analysis or reliability ...

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How much do trainee rotating equipment engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee rotating equipment engineer in the United States is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Rotating Equipment Engineer vs Rotating Equipment Engineer?

AspectTrainee Rotating Equipment EngineerRotating Equipment Engineer
QualificationsTypically pursuing or recently completed engineering degree, some certificationsFull professional engineering qualifications, certifications often required
Work EnvironmentTraining programs, supervised on-site and workshop tasksIndependent or team-based maintenance, troubleshooting, and design work
ResponsibilitiesLearning equipment operation, assisting in maintenance tasksPerforming maintenance, diagnostics, and optimization of rotating equipment

The Trainee Rotating Equipment Engineer is an entry-level role focused on learning and supporting, while the Rotating Equipment Engineer is a fully qualified professional responsible for maintenance and performance of rotating machinery. The trainee position emphasizes training and development, whereas the engineer role involves independent technical work.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Rotating Equipment Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,990 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Rotating Equipment Engineer

Airswift

Houston, TX โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Rotating Equipment Engineer
Duration:
2 years contract initially
Location:
Houston, TX
Start date:
August 2026
End date:
September 2028
Position Overview
This opportunity is for a Rotating Equipment Engineer to support a major LNG export plant project through engineering, construction, commissioning and operational handover activities. The Rotating Equipment Engineer will work within a multi-discipline Project Management Team, providing technical oversight and engineering input across project phases. This position offers the chance to contribute to the safe, reliable and maintainable delivery of complex process plant facilities. The Rotating Equipment Engineer role is well suited to candidates with strong rotating equipment expertise in LNG or comparable process industry environments.
Role Context
This role sits within the energy sector on a base load natural gas liquefaction and LNG export plant project. The assignment covers FEED, EPC engineering and procurement support, construction, startup, commissioning and plant operations after handover. The Rotating Equipment Engineer will be part of a multi-discipline Project Management Team, working in contractor home offices during FEED and engineering phases, with visits to site during construction.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide engineering oversight during FEED and EPC detailed engineering to support compliance with project design basis, LNG codes and industry standards.
  • Review P&IDs, PFDs, design drawings and specifications for technical accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
  • Support the development of engineering specifications and provide quality assurance during procurement of materials, equipment and services.
  • Provide technical guidance on rotating equipment selection, qualification, design review, shop testing, installation and commissioning planning.
  • Participate in model reviews, process hazard analysis, HAZOPs and other formal hazard assessment activities.
  • Interface with project discipline engineers, designers and contractors to respond to technical queries and support effective project delivery.
  • At site, monitor contractor execution to support safe working practices and adherence to approved designs, specifications and statutory requirements.
  • Review commissioning and startup performance data, identifying opportunities to improve plant and equipment performance.
  • Support the maintenance of project documentation through the project lifecycle and warranty period after turnover.
Qualifications & Experience
  • Essential:
    Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Essential:
    10-20 years of experience as a Rotating Equipment Engineer within LNG.
  • Essential:
    Strong knowledge of rotating equipment design, installation, operation and maintenance, including centrifugal compressors, gas turbines, dry gas seal systems, process pumps and lubrication systems.
  • Essential:
    Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards including API, ASME, ANSI, ASTM and ISO.
  • Essential:
    Understanding of LNG processing, storage and transportation, including relevant health, safety, maintenance and operational considerations.
  • Essential:
    Knowledge of plant maintenance philosophies and practical experience of plant maintenance systems.
  • Essential:
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational capability and a high level of safety awareness.
  • Desirable:
    Knowledge of FERC, USCG, DOT and OSHA regulations.
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