Technician - Engineer; Amarillo, TX

Monitors and evaluates rotating and reciprocating equipment (2 & 4 cycle internal combustion engines, compressors, fans, pumps, turbines and centrifugal compressors etc.) utilizing specialized electronic analyzing equipment. Examines, analyzes, troubleshoots, and diagnoses equipment for defects in operation. Assists Mechanical Project Support with troubleshooting and repairs. Works with Environmental Representatives in scheduling and completing emissions testing. Monitors emission levels and keeps engines and turbines running in compliance with permitted emissions levels.

Maintains accurate records of all engine/compressor analysis and emission testing. Calibrates and maintains analytical equipment.

• Conducts portable emissions analysis testing for compliance and assists in scheduling and conducting trailer-tests as required.
  Required by state regulations.
• Conducts green-house-gas and leak-surveys using advanced detection and imaging equipment.
  Required by EPA regulations.
• Responsible for the operation of engine and compressor analysis equipment, vibration equipment, emission analysis equipment, and borescopes utilized in acquiring equipment data.
• Must possess and continue to develop skill of analyzing data and developing specific recommendations and corrective actions.
• Supports analysis and maintenance of plant systems including gas compression equipment, control systems, auxiliary support systems and ancillary equipment.
• Provides condition-based corrective action recommendations to resolve operational problems on gas compression equipment and works directly with location personnel to resolve ancillary plant equipment issues.
• Provides technical assistance in the operations and maintenance of plant equipment and provides training on equipment operations and maintenance policies and procedures.
• Assists in equipment failure analysis and in the development of standard practices and procedures.
• Supports the identification and prioritization of capital and O&M improvement projects.