Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Valve Diagnostic Senior Technician / Specialist with proven hands-on expertise in performing diagnostic testing on Air Operated Valves (AOVs) and Motor Operated Valves (MOVs). The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive valve diagnostics, troubleshooting operational issues, validating actuator performance, and supporting predictive and preventive maintenance programs in accordance with industry standards and safety requirements.

Key Technical Requirements

Diagnostic Tools Experience

Candidates must have proven hands-on experience using one or more of the following industry-standard diagnostic tools:

• VOTES Infinity

• Viper 20

• Liberty QuikLook

• Emerson AMS / ValveLink

• Fisher FlowScanner

• Teledyne TestMate / PressureMate

• MOVATS / DIAGMOV

• PV-Pro (Bently Nevada / Baker Hughes)

• Diagnostic Xplorer (MOV/AOV Xplorer)
  

Key Responsibilities

Valve Diagnostics & Testing

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic testing on various valve types, including Air Operated Valves (AOVs) and Motor Operated Valves (MOVs), using specialized diagnostic equipment and software.

• Troubleshoot valve and actuator issues, including:

  • Torque and thrust discrepancies

  • Stroke time anomalies

  • Position feedback errors

• Conduct functional testing under simulated operating conditions to verify valve integrity, responsiveness, and operational performance.

• Execute leakage tests for safety and control valves to ensure compliance with operational and safety standards.

• Validate actuator calibration and confirm torque/thrust settings in accordance with OEM specifications and applicable industry standards.
  

Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze diagnostic data to identify early signs of equipment degradation, mechanical wear, or actuator misalignment.

• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting:

  • Test results

  • Findings

  • Observations

  • Recommended corrective actions

• Maintain accurate valve diagnostic records within asset management systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo) to ensure traceability and compliance.
  

Maintenance & Reliability Support

• Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs by monitoring valve health and performance trends.

• Participate in root cause analysis investigations related to valve failures and contribute to corrective action plans.

• Provide technical support during plant shutdowns, turnarounds, commissioning, and maintenance activities.
  

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure strict adherence to safety procedures, plant requirements, and industry standards, including:

  • API

  • ASME

  • ISA

• Collaborate with engineering teams, maintenance personnel, and OEM representatives to support complex troubleshooting activities and compliance verification.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven hands-on experience in diagnostic testing of Air Operated Valves (AOVs) and Motor Operated Valves (MOVs).

• Strong understanding of valve performance analysis, actuator diagnostics, and control valve testing methodologies.

• Experience using industry-standard valve diagnostic software and equipment.

• Familiarity with asset management systems such as SAP, Maximo, or equivalent.

• Ability to interpret diagnostic data and prepare comprehensive technical reports.

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience working in highly regulated industrial environments.

Mandatory Requirement

• Nuclear industry experience is mandatory.