Mechanical Field (Gas/Steam Turbine) Engineer (Staff, Senior or Principal)

Henderson

Friday, 08 May 2026

The Fleet Turbine Engineer will be responsible for fleet wide system ownership for the steam and combustion turbine systems. This consists of fleet wide system management, planning, improvement, accountability for system performance, troubleshooting and performing technical analysis. This includes disassembling/reassembling of turbine units, performing inspections, making repair recommendations, and conducting technical analysis during major outages. Applies extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Performs as a staff advisor and consultant in a technical specialty, a type of facility or equipment, or a program function. Carries out complex or innovative assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Work is expected to result in the development of new/improved techniques and procedures or new/refined equipment, materials, processes, products, and/or scientific methods. Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects and interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations. Work is performed without appreciable direction and considerable latitude is exercised in determining technical objectives of assignment. Guidance relates largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts and policy matters. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long- term perspective, for desired results. May assign tasks to and direct engineers, technicians, craft personnel and administrative staff, including coordination and review of work assignments. Responsible for (and may lead) multiple projects of moderate to large size or portions of major projects. Essential Responsibilities. Applies extensive technical expertise and has an understanding of the basic principles of other related disciplines. Fully demonstrates the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level by applying technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to lead projects of moderate to large size, scope and complexity. Largely self-directed work is expected to result in the development of new or improved techniques, procedures and standards. Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.)Without appreciable direction exercises considerable latitude in determining ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, Testing/diagnostics and Regulatory. Provides field engineering oversight and direction for activities such as support, testing, installation, inspections, commissioning etc. Coordinates/leads multiple projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement, installation and commissioning). May lead more critical projects with oversight of a higher-level engineer or supervisor. Represents the organization as the prime technical contact in the bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals and providing recommendations for selection. Interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination with internal and external organizations. Effectively and with precision resolves difficult technical/business matters both inter-organizationally and with outside customer/vendors with all formats of communication. May assign tasks to and/or direct engineers, technicians, craft personnel and other support staff including coordination and review of work assignments. Provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers. Responsible for continuous self-development of technical skills and competencies. Leads activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects. Staff Engineer Level (Salary Range: $79,800-$103,666)Minimum Requirements. Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited, mechanical engineering degree preferred . year's relevant engineering experience. Demonstrated broad knowledge & proficiency in specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills & core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. EIT/ FE (Engineer in Training/ Fundamentals of Engineering) strongly preferred. Senior Engineer Level (Salary Range: $94,600-$126,134)Minimum Requirements. Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, mechanical engineering degree preferred . years relevant engineering experience with EIT/ FE (Engineer in Training/ Fundamentals of Engineering) required; 7 years relevant engineering experience without EIT/ FE. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. Preferred PE (Professional Engineer) registration may be required depending on business need. Principal Engineer (Salary Range: $109,300-$152,766)Minimum Requirements. Required bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited curriculum, mechanical engineering degree preferred . years relevant engineering experience with PE (Professional Engineer) registration required; 15 years relevant engineering experience without PE. Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization. Preferred Requirements. Technical Field Advisor experience on steam or gas turbines. Experience working with steam turbines, combustion turbines, and other rotating equipment such as pumps and motors. Prior power plant experience, particularly in operations, maintenance, or engineering roles. Proficiency in vibration analysis for troubleshooting mechanical issues and performing equipment balancing. Experience and training on Siemens, GE, or other OEM equipment.

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