Rotor Balancing Technician / Vibration & Balancing Technician / Rotating Equipment Technician
Rotor Balancing Technician / Vibration & Balancing Technician / Rotating Equipment required to join a leading aftermarket engineering company based in Bethlehem, PA.
This is a hands-on position responsible for the dynamic balancing and precision assembly of a wide range of rotating equipment including steam turbines, centrifugal compressors, axial compressors, blowers, expanders, and pump rotors. You’ll support critical repair and rebuild operations on high-spec turbomachinery used across energy, petrochemical, and industrial sectors.
We’re also open to training mechanically inclined individuals with the right attitude and willingness to learn.
Package
- $25 to $35 DOE
- PTO
- 401(k)
- Technical development and training provided
Rotor Balancing Technician / Vibration & Balancing Technician / Rotating Equipment Role
- Perform dynamic balancing and mechanical assembly of rotating assemblies such as impellers, shafts, couplings, bearing journals, and rotor stacks
- Work on equipment including centrifugal pumps (ANSI/API), steam turbines, integrally geared compressors, axial compressors, blowers, and expanders
- Use precision tools (micrometers, indicators, calipers, etc.) to inspect and verify runouts, fits, and clearances
- Follow OEM drawings, job travelers, and balancing specs during precision work
- Generate inspection reports and assist in documenting quality issues and corrective actions
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment
- Support additional shop activities as needed, including lifting, prepping, and basic mechanical work
Rotor Balancing Technician / Vibration & Balancing Technician / Rotating Equipment Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years in an industrial or machine shop environment preferred
- Previous hands-on experience with rotor balancing, rotating assemblies, or turbomachinery components ideal
- Prior exposure to vibration analysis or balance correction processes preferred
- Proficient with measuring tools (micrometers, dial indicators, etc.)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Comfortable working around large rotating equipment, hand tools, propane/acetylene torches, and lifting devices
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required
- Physically fit to handle lifting, bending, standing, and long periods of hands-on work