John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. 

We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. 

John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

The role is based on-site at a customer facility in Ferndale, WA. Directly coordinating, scheduling, and participating in work with the customer to comply with the “partnership agreement". You will be working as part of a team who will use their knowledge to develop, operate and manage Condition Monitoring programs for John Crane's client.
 
The role of the Condition Monitoring Specialist is to collect routine Condition Monitoring data, conduct first Line analysis and reporting, work with the teams Engineer to capture advanced data, and participate in troubleshooting. It is expected that the person in this role will work to develop their specialist knowledge.

Operate and Develop Condition Monitoring programs for John Crane clients in conjunction with the Lead CM Engineer.  Conduct routine Condition Monitoring surveys at our clients’ premises and analysis of routine vibration data. Report Vibration and Oil Analysis results and associated corrective maintenance recommendations.  
 
Interface with the client for the on-site delivery of Condition Monitoring services. Will conduct periodic on-site Pump Performance Testing and onshore Reporting; and using a defined process calculate the cost benefit of carrying out recommendations. Work within the requirements of the Integrated Management System.

• Mechanical Engineer degree preferred and/or equivalent and relevant work experience with rotating equipment.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience preferred in vibration analysis for condition monitoring of rotating equipment (pumps, compressors)
• Working knowledge of Computers, MS Office and specialist vibration monitoring software
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Experience in the following is preferred
• Vibration Analysis ISO 18436-2 Category 2, or equivalent preferred
• Lubrication Analysis ISO 18436-4 Category 2, or equivalent preferred
• Experience working for a global company and working with a diverse team is preferred

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity. 

Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network. 

Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future. 

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