Gas Turbine Rotor Design Engineer

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

Our Footprint

• 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—Sedalia, Missouri
• 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care—Houston, Texas
• Engineering team in Kansas City, Missouri
• Service centers in Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia

Our Philosophy

• Competitive pay and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee
• 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan

Position Summary

PROENERGY is seeking an experienced Gas Turbine Rotor Design Engineer who will be focused on the mechanical design, analysis and the drawing release of rotor assembly and components in gas turbines. The successful candidate will perform risk assessments via hand calculations or analysis to identify any concerns of releasing the parts into production prior to a formal design review.

Position Responsibilities

• Execute the mechanical design, analysis or evaluation of rotating gas turbine parts for aeroderivative turbines (disks, blisks, spools, shafts, etc.)
• Lead third party design consultants for detailed design of gas turbine parts
• Develops specialized knowledge in their discipline (mechanical rotating design)
• Serves as best practice/quality resource
• Maintain compliance with engineering codes, standards and regulations
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
• To be able to explain difficult information to build consensus
• Interface as technical authority with field service team for gas turbine parts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 7 years of relevant Turbomachinery experience and 3-5 years of gas turbine rotor design with manufacturing experience
• Experience with structural, vibration, and thermal analysis for rotating parts components
• In-depth knowledge with GD&T and mechanical drawings
• Experience in CAD software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks) for component design and modeling
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools (e.g., ANSYS,) and hand calculation for structural, vibration, and thermal analysis
• Knowledge of high-temperature materials, coatings, and various manufacturing processes used in gas turbine rotating parts components
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to develop innovative design solutions
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to balance the need for performance, manufacturability, and cost
• Familiarity with ISO standards, ASME, or aerospace-specific regulations (e.g., AMS, ASTM) is highly desirable
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is preferred
• Technical leadership of a team designing the rotating system of a gas turbine
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems in a logical and effective manner
• Proficient in the use of various MS Office Suite programs
• Familiarity with gas turbine performance, aerodynamic principles, and material selection for gas turbine systems