Condition Based Monitoring CBM Engineer / Vibration Analyst

CBM Engineer / Condition Based Monitoring Engineer / Vibration Analyst who has strong vibration analytical and report writing skills, with the ability to diagnose common equipment and machine fault conditions such as imbalances and misalignments, is required for a global leader in asset management and maintenance solutions for the Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Nuclear, Petrochemical, FMCG and Polymer Expansion industries.

SALARY: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum (Depending on Experience) Benefits (see below)

LOCATION: Birkenhead, Wirral, Merseyside, North West England

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will need a full UK Driving License

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity to join the company's growing Reliability Engineering Team for a CBM Engineer / Condition Based Monitoring Engineer / Vibration Analystwho has strong vibration analytical and report writing skills, with the ability to diagnose common equipment and machine fault conditions such as imbalances and misalignments.

Working as the CBM Engineer / Condition Based Monitoring Engineer / Vibration Analyst you will perform vibration analysis and condition monitoring on critical rotating machinery, providing insights and actionable recommendations to improve asset reliability.

As the CBM Engineer / Condition Based Monitoring Engineer / Vibration Analyst your role blends field-based data collection with office-based analysis and reporting, supporting multiple client sites across the UK and occasionally abroad.

As a successful candidate you will join a global leading company whose mission is to help businesses maximise asset performance, minimise downtime, and achieve operational excellence.

DUTIES

Your duties as a CBM Engineer / Condition Based Monitoring Engineer / Vibration Analyst include:

• Perform vibration analysis in line with CAT II / VA2 standards on rotating machinery and critical assets
• Collect, analyse, and interpret condition monitoring data including vibration, thermography, ultrasound, and oil analysis (as applicable)
• Diagnose equipment faults, identify failure modes, and provide actionable recommendations to improve asset health
• Produce detailed technical reports and communicate findings to clients in a clear and professional manner
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) and reliability improvement projects
• Work closely with clients to develop and deliver condition monitoring programmes tailored to their operational needs
• Assist in building digital asset health records to feed into the company's wider Reliability and Integrity solutions
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards across all work activities
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives within the company's Integrity team

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• CAT II / VA2 certification with previous experience as a Condition Based Monitoring Engineer / Vibration Analyst experience (May consider candidates with CAT1 certification with extensive vibration analysis experience)
• Strong vibration analytical ability and proven report writing skills (rotating equipment (pumps, motors, compressors, gearboxes, turbines, etc.)
• Proven ability to diagnose common fault conditions such as imbalance, misalignment, bearing defects, and resonance issues
• Excellent report writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into business-focused recommendations
• Strong health, safety, and quality awareness
• Full UK driver's licence
• Strong customer service and client-facing skills
• Willingness to travel to client sites (25% UK and international)

DESIRABLE

• Security Clearance (SC)
• Exposure to complementary CBM techniques (thermography, ultrasound, oil analysis)
• Knowledge of Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM), FMEA, or broader reliability engineering practices
• Familiarity with digital condition monitoring platforms and remote monitoring tools
• Experience working in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, polymer, or petrochemical industries

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects across multiple industries.
• Professional development, further CBM/ISO certification training, and career progression within a growing consultancy.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment, with exposure to advanced reliability engineering solutions.
• Chance to make a real impact by improving asset reliability and sustainability for global clients

BENEFITS

• Generous Pension Scheme
• Mobile Plan Reimbursement (Business Use)
• Laptop
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Generous Travel Per Diem

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13847

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