Component Engineer

About the role

As a Specialist Professional (P4), this role is vital for providing expert technical support for gas turbine service operations, primarily focusing on customer sites in the western United States. The position is structured around three core areas: on-site technical support during outages, in-depth component engineering and lifecycle analysis, and comprehensive stakeholder communication. This approach ensures both immediate field issue resolution and long-term component reliability, directly supporting regional service commitments and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• 50% On-Site Technical Support & Outage Management
  • Travel to customer sites across the western US to provide expert engineering support during planned and unplanned gas turbine outages.
  • Lead on-site troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex technical issues related to compressor casings, rotors, and associated components.
  • Perform detailed component inspections, assess operational damage, and provide authoritative recommendations for repair, replacement, or upgrades.
  • Oversee the field implementation of technical solutions, design modifications, and engineering changes to ensure compliance with Siemens Energy standards.
• 30% Component Engineering & Lifecycle Management
  • Apply advanced mechanical engineering principles to analyze the performance, stress, and durability of compressor components.
  • Develop, design, and validate modifications and retrofits for existing gas turbine components to enhance reliability, performance, and service life.
  • Manage the technical lifecycle of assigned components, including conducting Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and collaborating with manufacturing and repair teams.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive engineering documentation, including technical reports, design specifications, and service bulletins.
• 20% Stakeholder Communication & Project Coordination
  • Serve as the primary technical liaison for customers, providing clear, concise, and timely communication regarding component issues, project status, and resolution plans.
  • Manage large-scale engineering projects with limited oversight, coordinating with internal departments such as sales, project management, and global engineering teams.
  • Prepare and present complex technical findings and project updates to internal management and external customers.
  • Coach and mentor junior engineers, reviewing their work and delegating tasks on complex projects to develop team capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related technical field.
• Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in gas turbine or rotating equipment engineering, with a specific focus on compressor components.
• Proven experience as a subject matter expert in managing complex engineering projects and providing on-site technical support.

Skills

• Technical Engineering & Design: Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, 3D Modeling, Tolerance Analysis, Design For Manufacturability, Advanced Knowledge with Large Gas Turbine compressor casing components and operation
• Problem Solving & Analysis: Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Analytical Skills, Investigation, Design Failure Mode And Effects Analysis
• Project & Stakeholder Management: Influencing Skills, Product Lifecycle Management, Workflow Management, Presentation and writing skills are essential, Commercial knowledge of gas turbine contracts and project management are also a plus

About the Team

Our Gas Services division offers low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. We provide zero or low emission power generation solutions, including all gas turbines, steam turbines, and generators under one roof. Decarbonization opportunities are available through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company-paid health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave