Reliability Vibration Technician

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a Reliability Vibration Technician to support a life sciences client based in Rahway, NJ. This role serves as a technical expert in condition monitoring and reliability engineering, focusing on vibration analysis and infrared thermography. You will diagnose complex equipment issues, drive proactive maintenance strategies, and partner with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations to improve equipment uptime and reduce lifecycle costs.

ISO Category III Vibration Analysis certification (required);
Category IV preferred

Infrared Thermography certification Level I or II (required);
Level III preferred

• Perform advanced vibration analysis on rotating equipment including motors, pumps, fans, compressors, and gearboxes
• Conduct infrared (IR) thermographic inspections across electrical, mechanical, and process systems
• Diagnose complex failure modes and recommend corrective actions
• Lead and support root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and implement failure elimination strategies
• Develop and refine predictive maintenance, condition-based monitoring, and reliability-centered maintenance programs
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and reliability improvements
• Mentor junior analysts and support training initiatives to promote reliability best practices

Compensation is fair and equitable, determined by education, experience, and skills. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• ISO Category III Vibration Analysis certification (required);
  Category IV preferred
• Infrared Thermography certification Level I or II (required);
  Level III preferred
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience
• 5–10+ years of experience in reliability engineering, condition monitoring, or rotating equipment analysis
• Strong expertise in vibration analysis techniques (FFT, waveform, phase, resonance) and failure diagnostics
• Experience with predictive maintenance tools, IR/vibration software, and CMMS systems
• Ability to work in regulated environments (pharma, life sciences, or similar) with strong documentation practices

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience - 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services

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