Gas Turbine Commissioning Engineer

About the role

A role blending strategic planning with hands-on execution, leading gas turbine commissioning projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and lead gas turbine commissioning projects from start to finish—reviewing schedules, coordinating with project teams, and ensuring every detail is ready before stepping on site.
• Take ownership of commissioning activities, troubleshooting technical challenges, guiding stakeholders, and ensuring each turbine is brought online safely, efficiently, and to specification.
• Lead on-site pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up of new gas turbine installations, ensuring safe and efficient execution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, and control system issues during commissioning.
• Perform performance testing and system validation to confirm equipment meets design and operational requirements.
• Develop detailed commissioning plans, schedules, and test procedures to keep projects on track.
• Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation and manuals for seamless client handover.
• Act as the primary technical liaison with clients, contractors, and internal teams, providing clear updates and reports.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing expertise and reinforcing best practices in the field.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred. Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in the commissioning, start-up, and servicing of large-frame gas turbines.

• Apply deep technical expertise across control systems, electrical and mechanical engineering, PLCs, and SCADA environments.
• Independently lead and execute complex commissioning projects with minimal supervision.
• Diagnose issues using strong analytical, investigative, and troubleshooting skills to drive effective solutions.
• Plan and manage project schedules, workflows, and quality assurance/quality control processes.
• Influence outcomes by collaborating effectively with stakeholders and mentoring others through technical leadership.

Qualifications

Legal authorization for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Skills

Deep technical expertise across control systems, electrical and mechanical engineering, PLCs, and SCADA environments.

Benefits

Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://benefitsatenergy.com/thinking-of-joining.html.

Pay

The base salary range for this position varies by location. For positions based in the United States, the base salary range is $76,800 to $162,200 annually. Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, certifications, and other business needs.

Schedule

This role may be based in various locations across the United States.