Reliability Engineer/Vibration Analyst

Location: Trainer, Pennsylvania, USA; on-site at a customer facility

Company

John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, provides mission-critical flow control solutions, mechanical seals, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies for energy and process industries.

What you will do

• Operate and develop condition monitoring programs for John Crane clients with the Lead Condition Monitoring Engineer.
• Conduct routine condition monitoring surveys at customer facilities and analyze vibration data.
• Report vibration and oil analysis results with corrective maintenance recommendations.
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams to deliver on-site condition monitoring services and support troubleshooting.
• Conduct periodic pump performance testing and prepare on-site reports.
• Calculate the cost benefit of implementing maintenance recommendations and follow the Integrated Management System.

Requirements

• Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology degree preferred, or equivalent relevant experience with rotating equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vibration Analysis ISO 18436-2 Category 2 certification or equivalent required.
• At least two years of experience in vibration analysis and condition monitoring of rotating equipment, preferably pumps and compressors.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, and specialist vibration monitoring software.
• Mechanical seals experience is advantageous; lubrication analysis certification and experience with thermography, rotor dynamics, laser alignment, or electrical testing are preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Work alongside customers and teams in a global organization.
• Inclusive environment focused on equality, ethics, and diverse perspectives.
• Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.