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Creare seeks an experienced Rotating Machinery Technician to support development of prototype rotating machinery (turbocompressors, turboalternators, vacuum pumps, etc.) that include ball-bearing and gas-bearing machines.  Specific activities include fabrication, assembly, instrumentation, and testing. This role is ideal for individuals excited by high-speed rotating machinery, precision assembly, and performance testing.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assemble and instrument rotating machinery hardware (compressors, turbines, pumps) and test rigs.
• Support balance, alignment, bearing installation, and component tolerancing.
• Conduct tests involving airflow, pressure, vibration, and performance characterization.
• Maintain mechanical systems, drive equipment, bearings, lubrication systems, and sensors.
• Troubleshoot turbomachinery components, test rigs, and facility systems.
• Record data, reduce results, and maintain project documentation.

• Engineering Technology degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with rotating equipment, high-speed machinery, or precision assembly.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with manual machining, fabrication, tooling, hydraulics, pneumatics, or instrumentation.
• Ability to interpret CAD drawings and work from engineering documentation.
• Good communication, organization, and multitasking capability.

Creare offers a competitive compensation package, including but not limited to a substantial annual staff bonus, industry-leading 401(k) contributions and plan options, and a range of medical plan offerings.  Mutual respect, teamwork, and the ability to do the highest quality work define our staff and work environment. Starting salary range of $28 - $35 per hour, based on level of education completed and years of relevant experience.

U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents only.

Creare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans)