Gas Turbine Test Technician

Location: United States - Dallas - Solar Turbines Incorporated
Employment duration: Full time

Perform routine Quality Testing of Gas Producers, Power Turbines, and Reduction Gearboxes to ensure conformance to Solar and/or customer specifications. Duties will include: installation, testing, troubleshooting (including performance and vibration data analysis), minor rework, and removal of units under test; documentation of test results; assisting Test and Product Engineering in the resolution of test discrepancies; performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance (including troubleshooting) of test facilities and “slave” test equipment to ensure data accuracy while minimizing test cell downtime; and assisting calibration technician during periodic cell calibration.

Familiar with operating principles of gas turbine engines and mechanical and/or electronic equipment required.
Must possess a strong mechanical aptitude.
Minimum 2 years of demonstrated gas turbine or rotating equipment experience (previous “test” experience desirable) highly desired.
Must be able to work the required rotating shift schedule (3 months on 1st shift, then 3 month on 2nd shift, and so on).
Minimum of 5 years experience operating shop equipment, bench tools, hand tools, and inspection and test equipment (micrometers and multimeters) is preferred.
A&P license preferred.
Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
Ability to resolve complex problems and make sound decisions.
Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed to meet production and team goals.
Willing to take initiative to improve quality, reduce turn times, and minimize cost.
Ability to work independently and contribute to the overall success of the Test Cell Team.
Must be able to communicate effectively within a cross-functional environment.
Must possess demonstrated computer skills (especially in Microsoft Excel and Word).
Must be available to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.

Successful candidate will initially work rotating shifts under the general direction of the Unit and/or Team Leader.

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Mechanic - Mechanical/Gas Turbine/Power Plant 54.08-62.4 K/yr

Location: Saint Charles, MD 20602
Pay Rate: Salary :54,080.00 - 62,400.00 USD /year

Power Plant GAS TURBINE MECHANIC needed in southeast Maryland. Requires HS Education and minimum 2 to 5 years experience in gas turbines including strong mechanical abilities in balance of plant equipment such as pumps, heat exchangers, compressors, and valves. Must be able to work with P&IDs and perform basic millwright duties. Must have knowledge of rotating machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics, control & manual valves, piping systems, and general power plant machinery. A PLUS to have general understanding of electrical and electrical control systems. Nonunion.

Position will support electric generating plant gas turbine and balance of plant operations and maintenance. Day shift, Monday through Friday but will periodically require work on other shifts/days to support outages or emergency repairs and installations.

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Fleet Manager (m/f) Product Support Gas Turbines

Your tasks: Initiating and monitoring the implementation of modifications by the projects as well as managing and reviewing the relevant documentation, e.g. field service instructions • Managing specific technical issues of product support in the framework of small development projects • Delivering technical support for execution, development and service project managers • Controlling the configuration of PDM structures with relevance to product support • Establishing and updating guidelines for creating Service documents

Your profile: Degree/diploma in mechanical or electronical engineering • Several years experience in installation/commissioning of gas turbines • Understanding of power plant technology • Shop floor experience of gas turbine operation and configuration and/or knowledge of machining, joining, and assembly advantageous • Fluency in English and basic command of German • Good communication and negotiation skills • Team player with a structured working style

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Gas Turbine Design/Project Engineer(s)

Location: Indianapolis, IN 46241
Company: Belcan Services Group Ltd. Partnership

Belcan Corporation is an entrepreneurial and market driven organization committed to quality and customer satisfaction. Belcan is among the top 10% of the largest engineering firms in the country with over 7000 employees at 58 locations. The Advanced Engineering and Technology Division (AETD) of Belcan is a global provider of highly technical engineering services to a wide variety of industries.

Belcan is adding staff to our Indianapolis, IN office. We are looking for mechanical engineers with 3 or more years of gas turbine experience with the following backgrounds; project engineering, vendor relations, 'should cost' experience, failure investigations or design. Candidates with a combination of these skills are preferred.

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Senior Design Engineer, Turbine Specialty-Mechanical (Power)

Location of Position Southern California

Job Description
Turbine specialist engineer with experience in the design, installation, and commissioning of steam and gas turbines for power generation.
- Under general supervision, perform and check most types of calculations and design using both computer-aided and manual design techniques. Provide assistance to the Lead Engineer, as requested, in the area of schedules, estimates, progress reports, meetings, procurement, activities, etc.
- If serving in a Lead or Area Lead position, perform all or some of the following: organize/plan jobs, write/review specifications, prepare/maintain schedules, develop/monitor estimates and manpower forecasts, assign work, work with project/client/field, material procurement, permit, and subcontract activities.
- Utilize vendor data and work with personnel from other disciplines as required for the performance of designs.
- Perform squad check of vendor data and drawings from other disciplines.
- Attend external technical seminars and self-enroll in Fluor’s training courses.
- Perform self-check of completed work, develop self confidence, and provide guidance to less experienced engineers.
- Exhibit thorough understanding of pertinent codes and governing regulations and industry practices, etc.
- Develop client relations.

Basic Job Requirements
BS Mechanical Engineering (or related) degree required.
16+ years experience in the design, installation, and commissioning of steam and gas turbines for power generation.
Must be proficient in MS word, MS excel, and be generally computer literate.
16 years or more direct work related experience in:
- Gas Turbine Power Plant mechanical equipment (GTG, STG,
fuel gas systems, etc.).
- Power plant mechanical systems
- Engineering work processes

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Gas Turbine Repair Design Engineer

Title:Gas Turbine Repair Design Engineer
Skills:Gas Turbine Engine Experience and a BSME
Location:Cincinnati, OH

We are currently looking for Repair Design Engineers. Candidates will be responsible for evaluating unserviceable gas turbine engine hardware to identify distress and cause, and to define the repair scheme for restoring to serviceable condition. Candidates need to have a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Candidates MUST have experience working with gas turbine engines. Familiarity with Engine Shop Manuals is a plus.

Due to the nature of the work being done applicants must be U. S. Citizens or permanent residents.

These are direct full time positions. We offer a very competitive compensation and benefits program. Please email your resume to sdayter@belcan.com or fax to 513-985-7120 attn: Shane Dayter.

Candidates will be considered for employment in accordance with the description requirements above. Under no circumstances will race, color, religion, sex, age, handicap, or national origin be considered as a reason to disqualify an applicant for this position.

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Development Engineer

Title: Development Engineer (APU/Gas Turbine)
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: per Year

Description: This person will identify, evaluate, develop, and support the implementation of projects to increase sales, improve processes, and reduce costs. The Development Engineer will manage assigned projects to ensure they are completed within the approved budget and schedule. Position Responsibilities:

* Plan, manage, execute, and report on technical programs with limited supervision
* Develop, substantiate, and qualify new processes, procedures, and equipment
* Develop shop paperwork to allow smooth transition of project into production
* Design tooling and fixtures (assembly, machining tooling, and fixtures, ergonomics, and functionality) as well as applying lean methods to the tooling design
* Develop training curriculum for new equipment, processes, and procedures as required to allow smooth transition of project into production
* Assist Planners, Supervisors, and Manufacturing Engineers with technical support

For consideration, please send your resume to Paul Montoya at pmontoya@kforce.com today!
Requirements: The skills, experience, and knowledge required to be considered for this position include:
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Gas Turbine Systems Technician

The duties performed by GSMs include:

•maintaining and repairing gas turbine engines and auxiliary equipment;
•working with blueprints, schematics and charts;
•performing administrative procedures related to gas turbine propulsion system operation and maintenance;
• performing work area inspections;
• testing lubricating oil and distillate fuels for contamination, neutralization and precipitation;
•operating standard test equipment;
•stopping engines and checking proper performance;
•replacing and adjusting operating tolerance of contacts, microswitches, relay switches, pressure switches and temperature switches;
•operating electric plant control and main propulsion equipment;
•operating pumps, turning gear, air compressors, oil purification system, low pressure air dehydrators and engineering control systems;
•performing preventive maintenance on ship's fuel system and air system;
•maintaining sea water service system, waste drain system, oil purification system and manually operated valves;
•using hoisting and lifting devices and maintaining special tools.
•maintaining and operating ship's service gas turbine generators and support systems;
•maintaining and controlling ship's service steam water chemistry;
•maintaining the controllable pitch propeller system.

Qualifications and Interests
Personnel in this rating must have mechanical ability, manual dexterity and normal color perception. They should also have experience working with machines and have taken some courses in physics.

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Engineer - Gas Turbine

Company: Dresser-Rand
Employee Type: Full-Time Employee
Industry: Manufacturing
Location: US-TX-Houston

Gas Engine Project Engineer - Performs engineering work under guidance of the Proposal Manager requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related engineering tasks.

Applies analytical techniques and experience to make calculations and selections of gas turbine and assemblies to solutions of mechanical engineering problems to ensure selected solutions meet the requirements. Develops specialized capabilities in disciplines of problem solving and analysis.

Coordinates the GT proposal generation with the suppliers and with D-R Gas Turbine Engineering Group.

Prepares and participates in the bid clarification meeting.

Assists SCM team in the negotiation with the suppliers if the turbine is a M.B.O.

Conducts or attends engineering meetings with customers and suppliers.

Interacts with sales and manufacturing personnel to resolve customer problems.

Suggest alternative solutions and qualify the value associated with this alternative.

Prepare the inquiry for the supplier based on the requisition received by the employer.

Coordinate with the operation the quality assurance requirement, delivery cycle required and logistics.

BSME (Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering) with 3+ years experience in Gas Turbines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Willing to travel on occasion to field for problem resolution.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Good presentation skills.

Job Requirements
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Gas Turbine Engineer II

Company Siemens Power Generation
Location FL - Orlando
Job Type Regular
Job Time Full-Time
Experience Level Mid Level
Required Education Bachelors Degree

Job Description

The position is for an engineer to design gas turbine combustion components. This position will require the candidate to be able to:
- Work within a multi-discipline team to design prototype and/or production gas turbine combustion components.
- Perform mechanical design calculations on advanced gas turbine combustion systems.
- Work within integrated product team to create CAD models and drawings defining the product requirements.
- Interface with internal manufacturing and external suppliers on design related topics and to have parts manufactured within project schedules.
- Develop mechanical and thermal test plans and oversee tests to develop and qualify hardware.
- Perform finite element structural analysis to ensure component reliability.

The preferred candidate will have a number of the following:
- Ability to work in a dynamic, project oriented environment to design gas turbine combustion components.
- Experience with the design of gas turbine or similar components including:
- Stress analysis experience, including FEA and/or ASME pressure vessel code based analysis
- 3D CAD experience, especially with Pro/Engineer
- Ability to specify drawings per ANSI Y14.5 or ISO 1101
- Experience with the manufacture of complex parts and fabrications made from stainless steels or nickel based alloys.
- Experience designing parts which operate in a high vibration and high temperature environment.
- Experience with component testing for part qualification, especially shake table or combustion testing.
- Knowledge of gas turbine combustion principles.
- Knowledge of heat transfer principles.

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