What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compressor Repair Support Engineer position at HOERBIGER?
Who we are
HOERBIGER Service Inc (HSI) provides maintenance and repair services to users of industrial reciprocating compressors across multiple industries, including natural gas and process gas (refinery, petrochemical and industrial gas) accounts. With nine compressor repair centers in North America, HSI provides unparalleled service to our customers.
Join our global HOERBIGER team of over 6,000 colleagues and make a difference every day. Contribute to innovative solutions that save lives, reduce emissions, and drive progress in key industries like energy, automotive, and safety technology. Guided by our core values—Pioneering Spirit, Courage, Fairness, and Closeness—we are ENABLING CHANGE. FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. With opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate across 43 countries and more than 133 locations, you’ll be part of a culture that values your ideas and your impact.
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Your Mission
We are searching for a Compressor expert! As a Regional Compressor Repair Support Engineer, you will play a vital role in analyzing component failure, optimizing repair processes, maintaining accurate documentation, and driving improvements to ensure the reliability and performance of reciprocating compressors.
This position evaluates large industrial reciprocating compressors in the oil/gas industry. Position is based in Port Allen, LA and involves 20-30% travel to our other North America Compressor Repair Service Centers or customer sites.
How you will make a difference
- Collaborate with repair/service center team to provide detailed repair specifications and ensure best-in-class component service.
- Analyze returned compressor components to identify failure trends and recommend improvements.
- Manage Bills of Materials (BOM) and repair Master Data for critical reciprocating compressor parts.
- Lead proactive technical resolutions, ensuring all stakeholders are informed, aligned and empowered to succeed.
- Contribute to engineering process enhancement and continuous improvement initiatives
What you should be good at
- In-depth knowledge of reciprocating compressor components (valves, pistons, rods, cylinders, crossheads, crankshafts)
- Minimum two years of relevant experience in the compression or rotating equipment industry
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and industry experience
- Analytical mindset; ability to solve complex problems using data and practical insight
- Ability to interpret manufacturing drawings and utilize precision tools for measurement and analysis
- Strong technical writing and communication skills to create clear reports, repair specs and presentations
What you can look forward to
- A dynamic, evolving work environment that offers significant growth opportunities.
- An inclusive culture that values innovation, integrity, and continuous professional development.
- A competitive benefits package, including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; company paid Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance and Life Insurance.
- Generous Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Parental Leave, and Eleven Paid Holidays annually.
- Financial wellness support through Tuition Reimbursement and a 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching contributions.