Rotating Equipment Engineer

Apache Corporation, Aberdeen

Rotating Equipment Engineer

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Apache Corporation, Aberdeen

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 days ago, 10 Nov | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ecdb7a2ec32344b9a70ef94fb255ea87

Full Job Description

The Rotating Equipment Engineer for Apache Corporation will be a member of Apache's Operations Team at the company's Aberdeen office reporting to the Maintenance & Integrity Manager. This role will be primarily responsible for the following:

  • Providing support to the offshore operations team when required relating to the operation, maintenance, and diagnostics of rotating equipment
  • Accountable for preparing work in accordance with the Apache activity planning process, adhering to gate criteria and stage gate readiness requirements
  • Responsible for overseeing Performance Standards compliance for Rotating Equipment Containment and Firewater Pumps through maintenance delivery and compliance testing. Notify the Rotating Equipment Technical Authority of any deviations
  • Provision of front-line technical support across rotating equipment discipline that is in line with Apache and Industry standards
  • Manage rotating equipment maintenance outages ensuring flawless execution against the project plan
  • Consult with Technical Authorities within the Engineering department as necessary to resolve technical challenges that require in depth investigation
  • Support safe and environmentally responsible rotating equipment operation that underpins Apache's License to Operate
  • Identify opportunities for equipment improvements and modifications. Raise or respond to Engineering Queries (EQ's) to propose the changes
  • Identify equipment upgrade projects, update the Apache SORTER system, and support the Management of Change (MoC) process
  • Contract focal point for nominated Rotating Equipment vendors (Pumps, Diesel Engines, Gas Compressors & Gas Turbines), direct liaison, and interface to drive timely reporting, repairs, and product improvements
  • Ensuring Corrective Work Orders are captured in SAP and progressed. Raise SAP P3 and P4 maintenance deferral notifications where required
  • Ensuring all machinery condition information is up to date, equipment health is understood, and relevant remedial actions are scheduled accordingly
  • Responsible for managing spend on the relevant maintenance budgets. Input into budget forecasts and annual budget planning
  • Responsible for ensuring critical spares and suitable stock levels are identified for all critical rotating equipment
  • Conduct offshore site visits to enhance onshore/offshore collaboration, survey Rotating Equipment and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Participate in Root Cause Analysis investigations. Witness Pump, Diesel Engine, Compressor & Turbine equipment repairs and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) where required. Support the Environmental Dept. for emissions reporting
  • Provide input where require supporting Verifier surveys and responses to Verifier findings
  • Provide input to HSE inspection plans as required and actions arising as directed by the HSE Advisor

    Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar Engineering Discipline
  • Prior Rotating Equipment experience, including overhaul scope oversight
  • Project Management, Planning, and Delivery Experience
  • Full understanding of standard practices and interfacing requirements with Project Planning, Development, Engineering, Procurement, and Decommissioning activities
  • Strong communication, analytical, leadership, and planning skills
  • The successful candidate should demonstrate and exhibit the following core competencies:
  • Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication setting;
  • Results: Pursues work with energy, drive, and results orientation to positively impact Apache's business success;
  • Collaboration: Works in partnership with others and encourages different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust; and
  • Culture: Willingness and ability to align one's behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache.