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Turbine Engineer

HOUSTON, TX 77039

Posted: 06/10/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: Engineering Job Number: 131953

Job Description


Turbine Engineer 




Position Summary:

The Turbine Engineer provides steam turbine engineering support and disposition for products and services, including design solutions, redesigns to address equipment issues, field operations, and development of processes/procedures for use in the shop or field. The role requires sound technical judgment and timely decision-making to support outages and field/shop activities.




Essential Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in turbine rotating and stationary components and sub-systems (valves, lubrication oil, hydraulic oil & controls, seal oil, etc.).
  • Provide production support to field and shop operations (Repairs & Open Clean and Close).
  • Analyze and/or generate engineering drawings, specifications, and related data as required.
  • Develop procedures and datasheets for operations.
  • Provide project estimates on costs, resources, and schedules.
  • Oversee field and shop repairs to ensure high-quality work and acceptable operating margins.
  • Sketch rough layouts and compute dimensions, tolerances, clearances, and other specifications.
  • Review component designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer requirements.
  • Coordinate activities related to technical development, scheduling, and resolution of engineering design/test problems.
  • Direct the integration of technical activities and products.
  • Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
  • Monitor and control project expenditures to stay within budget.
  • Prepare interim and final project reports.
  • Measure machines and parts during production for compliance with design specifications.
  • Use computer-aided design/drafting equipment and software for designs and drawings.
  • Perform material review board responsibilities.
  • Oversee the welding program, including development and certification of procedures, processes, and personnel.
  • Serve as project engineer or project manager as needed.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to safety regulations.
  • Participate in ongoing professional training and development.
  • Maintain professional and appropriate communication with customers, suppliers, vendors, and colleagues.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar drafting software in required
  • Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite
    Experience in high-speed rotating equipment repair and manufacturing is required
  • 5 years of related experience preferred
  • Experience with steam turbine repairs/parts required
  • Experience supporting power generation maintenance and repair is a plus

Travel:
  • Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally
  • Must support onsite and in-house projects at both Houston and Sullivan locations
  • Valid Driver’s License must
  • Valid Passport is a must or ability to get one
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