CBM Engineer / Analyst | Performance and Reliability
The Condition Based Monitoring (CBM) Analyst supports the reliability and performance of our power generation fleet by implementing and managing predictive maintenance technologies. This role is responsible for collecting and analyzing equipment condition data, identifying emerging issues, and recommending maintenance actions to prevent failures and optimize asset performance. The CBM Analyst will also help support installation, configuration, and maintain our InsightCM online condition monitoring systems across multiple sites.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or reliability engineering (and/or equivalent technical experience for non-degreed)
- Five or more years’ experience in condition-based monitoring or predictive maintenance within the power generation or heavy industrial environments preferred
- Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Excel, Power Point and Word
- Execute CBM data collection and analysis using technologies including:
- Vibration analysis
- Infrared thermography
- Oil and lubricant analysis
- Motor current analysis
- Perform detailed diagnostics and generate reports on equipment health, trends, and recommended actions
- Travel extensively to power generation sites to perform data collection, inspections, and system maintenance. Travel up to 50%
- Install, configure, and maintain InsightCM online condition monitoring hardware and software
- Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of collected condition monitoring data
- Collaborate with plant operations and maintenance teams to plan corrective and preventive actions
- Maintain documentation for all monitoring activities, including system configurations, analysis results, and maintenance recommendations
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and reduce forced outages
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Technology Development
- Support the development and implementation of technology criteria that reflect our CBM strategy & objectives
- Support the definition of success criteria and decision points into CBM programs
- Develop appropriate visualizations and analytics around CBM data
Leadership
- Effectively communicate and develop relationships with customers and plant management.
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Skills Required
- Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or reliability engineering or equivalent technical experience
- Five or more years' experience in condition-based monitoring or predictive maintenance within power generation or heavy industrial environments
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Experience executing CBM data collection and analysis: vibration analysis, infrared thermography, oil/lubricant analysis, motor current analysis
- Ability to perform diagnostics, generate equipment health reports, trend analysis, and recommend actions
- Install, configure, and maintain InsightCM online condition monitoring hardware and software
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% to power generation sites for data collection and inspections
- Maintain documentation of monitoring activities, system configurations, analysis results, and recommendations
- Develop visualizations and analytics for CBM data and support technology/criteria development
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with plant operations and management
What We Do
Southern Company Services, Inc., headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is the shared services division of Southern Company.
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