Egypt Job Openings
Amentum
Air Compressors Lead
Alexandria
FULL TIME
September 23, 2024
Amentum is actively seeking Air Compressors Lead for International Fleet Support under the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) PMS 326 Follow-On Technical Support (FOTS) contract. The work location will be at the Egyptian Naval Base in the port of Alexandria, Egypt. This position includes a competitive benefits package.
Essential responsibilities and daily duties include:
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Install HPAC, MPAC, and LPAC units aboard ships or in industrial plants, ensuring proper alignment, piping, and integration with control and monitoring systems.
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Develop and interpret pneumatic schematics, P&IDs, and other technical diagrams related to air compression systems.
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Select and size compressors based on operational pressures, airflow rates, and system demands, ensuring optimal performance for high, medium, and low-pressure applications.
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Work on air receiver tanks, coolers, filters, and moisture separators that work with compressed air systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
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Conduct routine maintenance, including filter changes, seal and gasket replacement, and lubrication for air compressors.
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Troubleshoot issues like pressure fluctuations, overheating, excessive vibration, or air leaks in high, medium, and low-pressure systems.
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Work with compressor diagnostics tools such as vibration analyzers, pressure sensors, and flow meters to ensure system reliability.
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Integrate compressors with automated control systems, including pressure switches, flow control valves, and safety shut-offs.
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Use SCADA systems or other control systems to monitor air compressor performance and implement remote diagnostics.
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Oversee the installation and commissioning of high, medium, and low-pressure air compressors, ensuring proper integration with air receivers, cooling systems, and control panels.
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Conduct system start-up and performance testing to ensure compressors meet operational and safety standards.
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Troubleshoot and repair system faults, such as excessive pressure drops, vibration issues, or control system malfunctions.
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Use control systems and diagnostic tools to monitor compressor performance and implement preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and energy consumption.
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Implement energy-saving measures and upgrades to increase the efficiency of compressed air systems.
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Provide timely and comprehensive inputs for the Monthly Status Report.
Minimum Requirements
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High School diploma or GED.
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5 years of experience in working with high-pressure (HPAC), medium-pressure (MPAC), and low-pressure (LPAC) air compressors.
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Working experience in industries where air compression systems are critical, such as marine vessels (naval and commercial), industrial manufacturing, oil and gas, and HVAC systems.
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Working experience (hands-on) with air compression systems used in marine or offshore platforms, including systems aboard frigates, submarines, and other ships where compressed air is crucial.
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Working knowledge of HPAC systems, typically operating at 3,000 psi (200 bar) or higher.
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Working experience in applications like breathing air systems, torpedo launching systems, or emergency air supplies aboard ships and submarines.
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Working knowledge of multi-stage compression processes and intercooler systems used in HPACs.
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Familiarity with MPAC systems, usually operating in the range of 150–1,200 psi (10–80 bar), and their application in systems like pneumatic actuators, engine starting systems, and power tools aboard vessels.
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Working experience with LPAC systems, typically operating at 100–150 psi (7–10 bar), for systems like HVAC controls, cleaning systems, and general air distribution on ships or industrial facilities.
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Working knowledge of air dryer systems and filters used with LPAC systems to prevent moisture or contamination in sensitive equipment.
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Working knowledge of industry standards related to air compressors, such as ISO 8573 (Compressed Air Quality), ISO 1217 (Air Compressor Testing), and marine-specific regulations like ABS and DNV-GL.
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Working knowledge of safety protocols and regulations, including those from OSHA, IMO, and SOLAS, for safe operation and maintenance of air compressor systems.
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Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations for managing compressed air systems, particularly regarding moisture control, air quality, and noise pollution.
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Ability to analyze and solve problems, particularly in high-pressure situations where compressed air systems are critical to operations (e.g., aboard vessels).
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Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with engineers, technicians, and operators and diagnose and resolve compressor-related issues.
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Ability to lead or supervise teams responsible for air compressor installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
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Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
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Ability to obtain a Country Clearance and Base Pass authorization.
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Possess a current passport at least two years before expiration after arrival in Egypt.
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Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS.
Preferred Qualifications
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Working knowledge of HPAC/MPAC/LPAC systems used aboard naval ships, submarines, or offshore platforms, particularly for systems critical to operations like torpedo launching or engine starting.
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Familiarity with compressed air systems in manufacturing or processing facilities, ensuring air quality and pressure meet operational requirements for production or machinery control.
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Experience working in an Arab country for long periods.
PMS 326
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
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