Rotor Specialist Lead

Rotor Department Lead – Engineered Products

The Rotor Department Lead – Engineered Products position will perform and oversee a variety of tasks on turbomachinery components and assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements.

Essential Functions

• Leads a team of Rotor Technicians by assigning daily tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring efficient workflow to meet production goals in the Rotor Shop
• Oversees Phase I & Phase II inspections, as well as final build / balance on new and used Rotating Elements (and sub-components) for RMS and non-OEM turbomachinery including Axial, Single Stage Overhung, Horizontally and Vertically Split Multi-Stage, and Oil Free Screw Compressors; Hot Gas Expanders; Steam Turbines; and other rotating equipment as needed
• Collaborates with Management and Engineering teams to drive On-Time Delivery (OTD), resolve technical issues, and trouble shoot equipment or process challenges as needed
• Communicates effectively with coworkers, cross-functional teams, and customers to ensure alignment and successful project execution
• Trains and mentors Rotor Technicians, developing team capability and closing skill gaps
• Promotes a positive attitude, accountability, and a results-driven mindset focused on meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards
• Proficient in balancing and experienced in operating Schenck 980 Cabs driving 5K, 15K, and 70K balance machines
• Expert at precision measuring, pre-stack dimensional inspections, and pre / post overspeed inspections
• Knowledgeable of Rotor Shop subcomponents, including impellers, sleeves, balance pistons, shafts, etc.
• Performs detailed visual inspections and mentors less experienced technicians on identifying critical findings
• Capable of safely handling and manipulating large rotors (20,000+ lbs) for assembly or disassembly
• Coordinates daily activities and allocates manpower to maintain production targets
• Participates in root cause failure analysis and recommends effective repair methods and procedures
• Coordinates material movement between work areas and shipping / receiving
• Notifies Quality and Production Manager of non-conformity and drives timely resolution
• Analyzes current and future workload capacity and adjusts priorities as needed
• Performs final testing and inspection as required
• Maintains a clean, organized and safe work environment while promoting 5S principles
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and ensures compliance with all safety policies, procedures and instructions
• Leads team efforts in housekeeping and continuous improvement initiatives
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

The above list of activities is not all-inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of the RMS Rotor Specialist Lead. This above list is subject to change based on the needs of the company.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of experience with component assembly and dynamic balancing in turbo-machinery industry.

Required Education

• High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution.
• Post High School degree in a mechanical related field is a plus.

Additional Requirements

• The position may be based in RMS's Pearland, TX facility.
• This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends may be required based on company and project needs.
• This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.
• Demonstrates a safety-first mindset, ensuring the well-being of self and coworkers at all times.
• Communicates effectively with supervision, crafts, and customers throughout the inspection and repair process.
• Exhibits strong organizational skills to manage tasks, priorities, and workflow efficiently.
• Ability to work collaboratively and lead effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Expert in use of precision measuring equipment (mic, caliper, etc.)
• Able to understand, read, write and speak English.
• Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. (with assistance), walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance.
• Must be able to use hands for assembling and tool usage.
• While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand, sit, bend, and walk for significant portions of the shift.
• Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals, including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug, alcohol screening, and background check.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• RMS Inc. may have government contracts that impose specific requirements on employees working on those projects. If an employee does not meet these requirements, they may be reassigned to a different location or be ineligible to work on certain assignments.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts in a machine-shop environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k
• Employee Incentive Programs
• Employee Reimbursement Programs

Come Join Rotating Machinery Services Inc. and watch your Career go TURBO! Visit to learn more about who we are and what we do.

About RMS

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times. RMS' commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry.

RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.