Gas Turbine Test Engineer
Gas Turbine Test Engineer
Houston, TX
full timeOn-site
Utilities
About This Job
EthosEnergy is currently seeking a Gas Turbine Test Engineer for our Houston, TX facility. This role will have technical leadership of a multi-engine gas turbine test facility located in Houston, Texas. The role has two principal areas of responsibility: (1) the testing and expert evaluation of gas turbine performance, emissions, and vibration results, and (2) the planning and execution of planned and ad-hoc maintenance to keep the test facility in a constant state of readiness for the next performance test. The candidate will also provide performance and vibration diagnosis and guidance to Field Service technicians.
Job Responsibilities
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Coordinate gas turbine engine, power turbine and gearbox installation and removal activities in accordance with production plans.
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Lead the gas turbine testing process to gather accurate high-fidelity performance, emissions, and vibration data in accordance with established procedures.
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Evaluate data in real time and tune the gas turbine on test to achieve optimum performance and emissions levels based on sound engineering principles.
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Host customer witness tests both in person and online.
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Evaluate performance, emissions, and vibration data for gas turbines that fail to meet criteria and assist production engineers to create workshop rework / corrective action plans.
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Troubleshoot test facility systems including gas systems, oil systems, water systems, hydraulic dynamometers, instrumentation, input and output modules, and programable logic controllers.
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Manage instrument calibration, safety systems and critical spares inventory for all systems.
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Manage performance and vibration acceptance limits.
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Maintain data gathering software tools, vibration analysis software and excel based performance programs.
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Take ownership of test facility key performance indicators and report monthly to management.
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Support field service technicians both in-person and using remote monitoring and diagnostic tools. Minimal travel will be required.
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Formally lead complex root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventative solutions in a variety of challenging environments.
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Participate in process creation and process improvements to optimize product Quality, Velocity and Cost.
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Project manage improvement projects from initiation through to closing using standard project management and reporting tools.
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Author technical reports including performance test and customer reports.
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Comply with company and local HSE requirements through both own actions and through encouraging others.
Required Skills / Knowledge
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Demonstrate good communication skills in terms of being able to provide technical guidance in both written and verbal forms.
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Ability to manage individual projects and to effectively lead small teams towards agreed deliverables.
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Ability to accomplish tasks and to deliver results through theoretical and hands on activities.
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Ability to problem solve and deliver results in a challenging environment with accountability and ownership.
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Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
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Ability to relate to internal and external customers promoting technical competency and credibility.
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Appreciation of product Quality, Velocity and Cost.
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Motivated to undertaken personal engineering research.
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Acceptance that it may sometimes require working hours beyond the standard working day to support both internal and external customer requirements.
Experience
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Five years of engineering experience in the field of high-speed rotational machinery or completion of a two-year graduate rotation program. Alternative experience can include factory acceptance testing or gas turbine commissioning.
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Strong ability to apply theoretical and practical gas turbine performance principles and practices. Familiarity with ISO2314 and PTC22 gas turbine performance calculations or an ability to learn these standards desirable.
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Ability to apply theoretical and practical combustion tuning principles and practices.
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Strong ability to apply theoretical and practical vibration analysis principles and practices. Vibration analyst CAT II certification or better desirable.
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Detailed knowledge of the Solar range of gas turbines very desirable.
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Familiarity of API 616, 684 and 687 desirable.
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Demonstrable project management experience desirable.
Education Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline.
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In-depth understanding of gas turbines overhaul, operation, and testing, including performance analysis, combustion tuning and vibration analysis techniques.
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Professional engineering license (Professional Engineer, Chartered Engineer or equivalent) beneficial but not required.
Physical Requirements
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Able to interpret audible and visual indictors and safety alarms.
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Able to use 2-way radios (with and without headsets).
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Able to climb on and off equipment skids.
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Able to work adjacent to operational machines with provided PPE .
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Able to lift 30lb.
What We Offer
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Supportive company culture that values its employees
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Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan
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Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays
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Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus
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Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
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Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs
EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
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