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How much do vibration analysis engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for vibration analysis engineer in the United States is $101,300.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vibration analysis engineer?

A Vibration Analysis Engineer is responsible for monitoring, diagnosing, and resolving mechanical issues related to vibrations in machinery and structures. They use specialized tools and techniques to collect vibration data, analyze patterns, and recommend maintenance or design improvements. Their work helps prevent equipment failures, optimize performance, and extend machinery lifespan. These engineers are commonly employed in industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and energy.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a vibration analysis engineer?

As a Vibration Analysis Engineer, your daily tasks often include collecting and analyzing vibration data from rotating equipment, diagnosing faults, and recommending corrective actions to prevent equipment failure. You may work closely with maintenance teams, reliability engineers, and plant managers to prioritize maintenance activities and improve overall machinery performance. Regular responsibilities also involve preparing detailed reports, maintaining condition monitoring databases, and participating in root cause analysis investigations. The role combines hands-on fieldwork with data-driven analysis, making it both dynamic and highly impactful in the effort to reduce downtime and optimize asset reliability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the vibration analysis engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Vibration Analysis Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with vibration analysis tools such as FFT analyzers, condition monitoring software, and industry certifications like ISO Category II or III are highly beneficial. Effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively make candidates stand out. These skills and qualities are crucial for diagnosing equipment issues, ensuring machinery reliability, and contributing to cross-functional maintenance teams.

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Infographic showing various Vibration Analysis Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,300 per year, or $48.7 per hour.

Vibration Analyst

Waites Sensor Technologies, Inc.

Cincinnati, OH โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

Description:Vibration AnalystThis is a great opportunity to help grow our vibration analytics department!What we are: Fun, fast-paced, client-focused, people-centric, inviting, flexible, and rapidly growing.What we are not: Overly structured, uncompromising, disengaged, or disconnected.
We are looking for hard-working and culture-oriented individuals to join our Vibration Analysis team. In this role, you will work remotely, analyzing and reporting the general health of rotating equipment for our customers. The role supports the customer experience through our industry-leading products and services. This team and role is integral to the culture and success of our company. The ideal candidate for this role has deep knowledge of mechanical systems and rotating equipment and is looking for a great opportunity and a great company to expand their career. The work we do is categorically awesome, and we hope to find the right fit for this role based on experience and culture!
Company DescriptionWe are a leading provider of wireless, mesh-networked, "Internet of Things" (IoT) sensors for industrial environments. Our cost-effective, plug-and-play products empower businesses and plants of all sizes to conduct predictive and preventative maintenance on mission-critical and secondary equipment in order to maximize uptime.

Reports to: Associate Manager of Analytics

Location: Remote - based in the United States

Travel: Occasional

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

**Sponsorship is not available at this time**

Exemption Status: Exempt


Job Description:

This position will give you the opportunity to -

  • Review and report on the general health of rotating equipment
  • Provide internal and external customer delight through excellent interpersonal skills and communication
  • Use vibration analysis to determine the root cause of machine faults and create customer-oriented solutions to prevent equipment downtime.
  • Improve manufacturing equipment reliability and uptime at customer’s plants.
  • Develop and maintain strong customer relationships founded on trust, respect, and reliability.
  • Complete assigned tasks efficiently with little supervision.
  • Assume management duties when necessary.
  • Shadow, learn, and work alongside a team of Vibration Analysts
  • Infrequent travel to customer facilities as needed
  • Carry out additional responsibilities as needed to support business objectives
Requirements:

Qualifications:

  • VCAT II or VCAT III certification
  • Preferred Bachelors or Associates degree, or equivalent experience
  • 3-5+ years of vibration analysis experience preferred
  • Deep understanding of mechanical systems and rotating equipment. Ideally comes from a background in maintenance, reliability, mechanical engineering, etc.
  • Customer-first focus and attitude, and ability to work with individuals of all corporate levels
  • Experience with Microsoft Office/Google Suite platforms
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with coworkers and customers
  • Highly motivated with a strong work ethic
  • Must comply with all OSHA and safety regulations and company standards.
  • Ability to travel and work at job sites, as needed.
  • Proficiency in general computer skills, including working knowledge of Google Workspace and the ability to quickly adapt to new software and technology platforms.
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet critical deadlines.

Culture Fit Requirements:

  • High intellect and strong analytical skills
  • Innovative and driven to constantly improve
  • Non-bureaucratic, flexible, and able to thrive in a fast-moving environment
  • Positive energy and attitude towards people and problem-solving
  • Demonstrates a balance of humility, strong work ethic, and interpersonal savvy ("Humble, Hungry, and Smart") in approach to teamwork and problem-solving.
  • A genuine human.
  • Demonstrates a “Can Do” mentality.

Why Waites?


At Waites, we offer an attractive base salary with a strong history of profit sharing. We are intensely customer-focused, with a culture that encourages hard work, fun, and mutual success. As we continue to grow, there will be many opportunities for professional advancement and development. If you are a talented vibration analytics professional looking for an exciting new challenge, please apply!


Learn more about who we are and what we do by checking out our website at www.waites.net.


WST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.