Field Analyst

Wood is currently recruiting an field engineer interested in solving piping, small bore attachments and structure vibration problems. Vibration Engineer performs a variety of data collection, troubleshooting and problem-solving activities for piping systems, small bore attachments and structures at an LNG facility. This opportunity is for a 2/2 shift for On-site work in Kitimat, BC Canada.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

This is an opportunity to work in a global organization with an industry-leading position based on its niche range of services, and to be involved in projects both locally and around the world. Currently, Wood offers several services within the vibration, dynamics and noise team, and there will be advancement opportunities as the business grows. A dynamic individual, who is entrepreneurial and interested in consultative work, will thrive in this environment.

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The Role

This role provides excellent learning opportunities to grow in the machinery diagnostics, condition monitoring and reliability world, and is an opportunity to work with industry-leading machinery and vibration experts. Suitable for a dynamic individual, who is entrepreneurial and interested in consultative work.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood’s consulting business is comprised of 4,000 of the world’s foremost deep domain and technical experts, engineering specialists and industrial scientists, focused on advising and implementing solutions that drive real value for our clients at any stage of the asset life cycle.

The Vibration group is committed to the growth and development of our business and people in our Houston office with a goal to double our business in the next few years. This position offers great opportunity for a motivated candidate to join a team of industry experts and make an impression in a growing global organization. This is a permanent position with high potential for growth and career advancement.

What we can offer

- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry

- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.

- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice

- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.

- Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle

- Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests

- Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

- Knowledge of Energy Institute AVIFF guidelines for piping systems

- Good understanding of excitation forces in piping system including AIV, FIV, FIT, water hammer, multiphase or slug flow, cavitation, pulsations, etc.

- Vibration data collection and analysis on piping systems, small bore attachments and structures to identify areas of concern, cause of high vibration and able to recommend solutions.

- Experience with visual survey of piping systems to identify installation and design gaps based on best engineering practices

- Troubleshoot vibration issues on piping systems, structures, and small bore attachment.

- Hands on experience with acquiring vibration data using handheld analyzer like Benstone hardware and its software

- Work independently or as part of a team, at client sites, conducting routine data collection activities, and occasionally troubleshooting vibration issues across piping system and structures

- Interact with operations, maintenance, and inspection personnel

- Prepare timely and accurate technical reports to professional standards

- Implement and adhere to Wood – Vibration, Dynamics & Noise (VDN) HSSE policies and best practices at all work sites

- Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to speak directly to the issue and to adapt to work environment and customers’ communication style

- Ability to establish strong working relationships with customers. Strong customer focus and the desire to go the extra mile

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

- Mechanical Engineer or Technologist (BSME or BSMET)

- 2 - 5 years of job-related experience

- Good knowledge of vibration fundamentals and interest in investigating and troubleshooting piping systems vibration problems

- Ideally have some exposure to vibration data acquisition systems and their software, in the industry or in university vibration laboratory

- Knowledge of Energy Institute AVIFF guidelines for piping system

- Understanding of excitation forces in piping system

- Excellent communication and analytical skills; working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs

- Position requires 2/2 shift work at a LNG facility in Kitimat, BC.

- Have an interest in acoustic theory, multiphase flow, and transients.

- Hands on experience in using handheld vibration analyzer and software e.g., Benstone Impaq Elite, etc.

- Proficient in standard windows software and ideally have some understanding of software related to vibration data acquisition systems

- Valid driver’s license with good driving history

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.