Rotating Equipment Specialist

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Texas, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Discipline Engineering

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

October 17, 2022

Business unit:

Downstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Position Purpose

What’s the role –

Provide rotating equipment support on large turbomachinery in an olefins production unit and the turnaround maintenance organization. In addition, provide quality assurance that the maintenance efforts related to overhauling the major rotating equipment meets the expected high standards for excellence. Finally, play a key role in the training of the maintenance staff in the specialized rotating equipment field.

Scope and responsibilities

Assist the rotating equipment engineers in identifying repetitive problems and turnaround cycle limiting issues with respect to the turbomachinery equipment and implement solutions to extend service life.

Maintain an awareness of outside machine shop capabilities, conduct shop audits with Shell’s principle technical engineers, and provide inspection/expediting support on outside shop repairs.

Assist in the planning, preparation, and execution of repairs on major machinery trains including scope development and selection of maintenance crafts on shutdowns.

Document repairs on mechanical equipment and communicate reports to appropriate individuals in the organization.

Demonstrate a strong appreciation for referencing, interpreting, and applying DEPs, ASME, API, and other applicable standards.

Lead and/or participate in structured analysis processes such as root cause analysis (RCA), 5 causal reasoning questions (CRQ), Bad Actors Elimination, Risk Assessments, and Solution Development. Conduct failure analysis and problem solving of major rotating equipment problems. These issues are often initially identified as machinery problems but may involve complex systems evaluations.

Leverage Proactive Technical Monitoring (PTM) driven by “Find Small-Fix Small” mindset. Expand upon and apply existing PdM platforms such as vibration monitoring, compressor performance monitoring, lube oil condition monitoring, infrared thermography and Operator Task Management (OTM) to identify, analyze, predict and solve.

Serve as a “champion” for strict adherence to the Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) process by actively participating in RCM Studies, RCM Living Program Reviews and seeking other opportunities to build a more robust program.

Associated tasks:

Determine repair techniques for damaged equipment/parts for large repairs.

Evaluate manufacturer recommendations.

Check material compatibility vs. service and recommend alternatives.

Reference to Shell and location specifications and repair standards.

Give input on what is required for repair.

Find out what other locations are doing. Keep abreast of the state of the art technology.

Recommend tolerances and fits.

Test new techniques/materials.

Provide close technical supervision to repair process

Document major equipment repairs and communicate appropriate reports to the Production team and other stakeholders

Maintain/update turbomachinery paper and electronic files.

Be familiar with vibration data and Bently Nevada instrumentation on large rotating equipment.

Audit outside machine shop repair capabilities and provide feedback to Purchasing.

Review/adjust spare parts stock levels. This includes preparing Stock Request forms and updating SAP.

Expedite/Inspect repairs at outside machine shops.

Witness run-out readings, tolerance checks, balance runs, etc.

Witness NDT checks.

Communicate Shell’s expectations on tolerances, standards, timing, costs, etc.

Review and approve scope of repairs as warranted.

Verify applicable API codes and Shell standards are being followed

Audit warehouse spare parts preservation and review and follow-up with Purchasing periodically.

Interface with the turnaround rotating equipment planner to plan, prepare, and execute repairs for major machinery on shutdowns.

Prepare a work list detailing the work to be done.

Prepare a tool list detailing the tools that will be needed.

Procure support from manufacturer on major machinery overhauls.

Provide technical support to the technicians doing the actual work.

Prepare detailed shutdown report.

Hold and attend critical meetings.

Update overhaul procedures.

Provide assistance to other Shell locations for projects and shutdowns.

Perform periodic unit inspections.

Safety items

Check oil mist system

Seal leaks

Unusual noises

Proper oil levels

Major compressor operating parameters

Problem equipment operation

Participate in goal setting and review.

Support troubleshooting of process problems which impact rotating machinery.

Monitor rotating equipment performance and investigate possible efficiency modifications for possible improvement.

Provide both formal and informal training for the Production Team Support Engineers, Rotating Equipment Engineers, and Maintenance Coordinators.

Participate in the development/review of plant procedures.

Coordinate and audit field repair contractors.

Selection

Writing contracts

Orientation

Supervise field activities

Attend required and developmental training.

HSSE

Corporate

Symposiums

Discipline Specific

Generate SAP work tickets to address rotating equipment issues.

Work tickets for equipment identified in distress by the vibration program

Work ticket to order materials

Skills & Requirements

What we need from you –

Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis.

Required minimum 10 years of experience supporting major turbomachinery

1st class machinist background required.

Must have prior experience with iso-carbon, dry gas, trapped bushing, and labyrinth style seals. Familiar with the design, application, troubleshooting, inspection techniques, API 614 and API 692, and installation of above seals.

Skilled in application of the various rotating equipment standards, Shell DEPs, ASME, API, and other applicable standards.

Knowledge in the application of rotating equipment performance and condition monitoring methods for large turbomachinery.

Skilled in the application of rotating equipment troubleshooting and reliability improvement process.

Hands on experience in the troubleshooting and repair of reciprocating and centrifugal compressors, steam turbine drivers, electrical motor drivers, single stage and multi-stage centrifugal pumps, canned motor pumps, positive displacement plunger and injection pumps, gearboxes, air cooler exchanger fans, furnace and boiler blowers, and conveyors.

Highly effective people skills with demonstrated ability to work on teams and with diverse workgroups including craft-persons, vendors, and various engineering disciplines.

Company description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork, and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.

We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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