Vibration Specialist

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Site Technical Leader for vibration and condition monitoring activities to drive reliability improvements.
• Oversee vibration data quality, diagnostic accuracy, and reporting consistency.
• Lead technical initiatives and guide junior analysts in predictive maintenance.
• Work closely with maintenance, operations, and reliability teams to ensure asset reliability and operational excellence.
• Perform rotor balancing and apply mechanical corrections in the field.
• Participate in a weekend duty rotation to provide remote or on-site support for urgent equipment evaluations.
• Produce data-driven vibration reports supported by trend analysis and historical comparisons.

Requirements

• ISO 18436-2 Category III Vibration Analysis certification (required).
• 5+ years of practical experience in vibration analysis and diagnostics of complex rotating machinery.
• Proficiency with vibration diagnostic software such as SKF @ptitude, Bently Nevada, or Emerson.
• Working knowledge of CMMS platforms like SAP PM or IBM Maximo.
• Ability to travel 25% within North America.
• Physical condition suitable for field inspections in Pulp and Paper Mills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience within the Pulp & Paper industry.
• Experience with advanced analysis techniques such as phase analysis, resonance testing, and ODS.
• Familiarity with reliability methodologies including RCM, RCA, and FMEA.
• Experience with multi-technology predictive maintenance, including thermography, ultrasound, and oil analysis.

About the Company

ANDRITZ is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to key industries. We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, providing solutions that ensure the success of our clients in industries that shape the future of the world.