Principal Rotating Engineer GOM

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters arebased in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

The Principal Rotating Equipment Engineer II is responsible for providing rotating equipment and machinery engineering support to Woodside Energy's International Operations. This position requires interface with Operations, Projects, HSE and other functions to support the management of rotating equipment across its lifecycle. The role is responsible for technical support to the facilities by maintaining the technical integrity of the rotating equipment to ensure its safe operation, developing and optimizing maintenance strategies, improving equipment reliability and availability considering cost, provision of scopes for shutdowns and equipment overhauls. This role will report to the GoM Surface Engineering Manager and is based in Houston, Texas.

• Provide appropriate advice on all aspects of rotating equipment including, operation, maintenance, overhaul, materials, corrosion, welding, mechanical and inspection technology
• Manage lube oil sampling and evaluation including sampling frequencies, sample analysis criteria, and oil sample analysis evaluation/review.
• Manage rotating equipment condition monitoring via online monitoring of all telemetry via PI or specific vendor provided online systems.
• Conduct analysis of all vibration data via online tools such as System 1 or from third party manual data collection.
• Review and analyze failure history relating to rotating equipment via work management systems.
• Review and update maintenance plans for rotating equipment.
• Coordinate and manage major rotating equipment maintenance.
• Review stocking strategies for spare parts required for optimal rotating equipment uptime.
• Lead regular meetings on rotating equipment reliability and ongoing issues with relevant personnel.
• Lead / support root cause analyses (RCA) on major rotating equipment failures including inspection of failed components.
• Identify opportunities for projects to improve reliability and implement/manage Management of Change (MOC) projects.
• Develop training on technical subjects related to machinery for operations and maintenance personnel.
• Conduct site visits to vendor locations for purposes of failure identification and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) as required.
• Interface with other Asset Teams across Woodside via Rotating Equipment Community of Practice network to share and leverage collective knowledge related of offshore oil and gas rotating equipment.

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering a relevant Engineering discipline
• 10+ years' industry related experience, with minimum 5 years supporting producing oil & gas facilities
• Experience that includes aerodynamic, machine dynamic, thermodynamic and metallurgical principles for all types of compressors, gas turbines, pumps, and other rotating equipment - together with an understanding of the performance of the equipment within the process.
• Experience in Incident Response (or willing to learn and participate)
• Experience with engineering design, construction, commissioning, and oil & gas operational background.
• Detailed knowledge of API and other applicable industry codes affecting the design and supply of rotating machinery.
• Familiarity with RAM and FMEA analyses.
• Demonstrates strong teamwork and influencing skills
• Demonstrates HSE leadership in a producing asset environment.
• Demonstrates high levels of autonomy and business acumen

If you think you can do this job but don't meet all the criteria, that's OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• Industry-leading 18weeks' paid parental leave for primary carer,and maintenance ofsuperannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months(plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on Friday, February14th

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.