Vibration Analyst / Industrial Reliability Technician- Elmhurst, IL

Rotating Equipment Specialists, LLC | Elmhurst, IL | Full-Time Rotating Equipment Specialists, LLC (RES) is hiring a trained Vibration Analyst / Industrial Reliability Technician to support industrial operations in Elmhurst, IL and the surrounding Chicagoland areas.

We’re looking for someone who already knows how to collect quality vibration data, recognize developing machinery problems, and communicate useful findings. You’ll work with rotating equipment such as motors, pumps, fans, bearings, and gearboxes while helping the customer address problems before they lead to equipment failure or unplanned downtime.

Collect and analyze vibration data using portable and condition-monitoring systems

Identify and investigate machinery issues such as imbalance, misalignment, looseness, and bearing defects

Document findings and provide clear, practical recommendations

Track equipment condition and follow up on developing problems

Communicate findings with RES team members and customer personnel

Support infrared thermography, ultrasonic inspections, lubrication analysis, laser shaft alignment, and precision field balancing as your skills and assignments allow

Follow site safety procedures and maintain accurate equipment records

Hands-on training and experience in vibration data collection and analysis

The ability to recognize common rotating equipment faults and explain your findings clearly

Experience working around industrial machinery

Strong attention to detail and sound troubleshooting skills

The ability to organize your work and perform routine assignments independently

Professional communication and a dependable, safety-focused approach

Comfort using diagnostic instruments, software, and written reports

A valid driver’s license

Vibration analysis certification is preferred. Experience with infrared, ultrasound, alignment, balancing, or continuous condition monitoring is a plus.

This is a hands-on industrial role. It involves extended periods of walking and standing, climbing stairs and ladders, working around operating machinery, wearing required PPE, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Since 1954, RES has helped industrial customers diagnose machinery problems and improve equipment reliability. This role gives you the opportunity to apply your vibration analysis skills, broaden your experience with other diagnostic technologies, and become a valued part of our team.

If you have vibration analysis experience and enjoy figuring out what machinery is telling you, we’d like to hear from you.