VP of Mechanical Assets – Reliability Strategy for Turbines and Compressors

The Vice President of Mechanical Assets – Reliability Strategy for Turbines and Compressors is responsible for defining and executing a global reliability and performance improvement strategy for high-value rotating equipment, including gas and steam turbines, centrifugal/axial compressors, and related mechanical systems. This role ensures asset availability, operational efficiency, and lifecycle value through data-driven reliability programs, OEM engagement, and strategic maintenance planning.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Asset Reliability Strategy

• Develop and lead enterprise-wide reliability strategies for turbines and compressors across operating assets and capital projects.

• Integrate condition-based maintenance (CBM), reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), and predictive analytics to extend asset life and reduce unplanned downtime.

2. Mechanical Integrity & Performance Optimization

• Establish and enforce mechanical integrity standards, inspection programs, and technical governance for rotating assets.

• Oversee root cause analysis (RCA), failure mode assessments, and performance benchmarking across asset classes and facilities.

3. Lifecycle and Maintenance Planning

• Drive lifecycle planning and asset health forecasting, including long-term outage planning, spares strategy, and refurbishment decision-making.

• Align long-term service agreements (LTSA) and turnaround scope with asset criticality and operational targets.

4. OEM and Vendor Engagement

• Lead strategic collaboration with turbine and compressor OEMs (GE, Siemens, MHI, Solar, MAN, etc.) to ensure alignment on technology upgrades, parts support, and long-term reliability commitments.

• Monitor performance KPIs, enforce warranty claims, and optimize contractual performance guarantees.

5. Digital Reliability & Innovation

• Champion the adoption of digital tools including asset performance management (APM), vibration analysis, AI-based diagnostics, and digital twin technologies.

• Establish asset dashboards and analytics systems to improve decision-making and predictive capability.

6. Leadership and Governance

• Lead a cross-functional team of reliability engineers, mechanical specialists, and asset health analysts across multiple facilities.

• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, procurement, and capital projects to align asset strategy with business performance goals.

Key Focus Areas:

• High-value rotating assets: gas/steam turbines, compressors, gearboxes, mechanical drives

• Reliability improvement and maintenance strategy across multiple facilities or geographies

• Lifecycle asset management, OEM performance, and turnaround integration

• Predictive analytics, digital twins, and condition monitoring platforms

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

• Experience: 18+ years in mechanical asset reliability or rotating equipment engineering, with 8+ years in a senior leadership role managing large fleets or complex facilities

• Domain Expertise:

  • Proven track record in improving MTBF, reducing downtime, and optimizing lifecycle costs

  • Deep technical understanding of turbine/compressor operation, degradation mechanisms, and maintenance strategies

  • Experience leading across diverse operating environments (refineries, LNG, power plants, offshore/onshore)

Preferred Certifications:

• CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional)

• API, ASME, or ISO compliance training (e.g., API 687 for machinery repair)

• PMP, Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent

Systems & Tools:

• Familiarity with APM platforms (GE Predix, Aveva, Emerson, IBM Maximo APM)

• Proficiency in SAP PM, OSIsoft PI, and reliability tracking systems

• Data analysis tools (Power BI, Tableau, MATLAB) for performance monitoring