Entry Level Mechanical Design Engineer
About The Position
Solar Turbines Inc. has an opportunity in the Custom Solutions Engineering group for a motivated, creative, high-performing Mechanical Engineer to join an elite team in a fast-paced project execution environment. The engineer creates Creo designs for turbomachinery package systems and components according to project Application Check Sheet (ACS) definitions. Designs include fuel, lube, start, and other supporting subsystems, as well as custom piping, hoses, and bracketry. The role is accountable for the content, accuracy, and timeliness of the Mechanical Interface Drawing (MID) and the mechanical definition provided to production and customers. The engineer may also create bills of materials and production drawings, coordinate with other design and support organizations, and work with purchasing and suppliers on custom components and technical issues from the field. The position also supports interdepartmental and corporate process-improvement initiatives such as Lean. The engineer applies analysis techniques to structures, piping systems, and other package components, drawing on a basic understanding of structural analysis, system design, and turbine applications and installation. This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available; visa sponsorship is not available.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience.
- Minimum GPA of 2.8.
- Excellent organization and time-management abilities.
- Effective problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Basic understanding of structural analysis, system design, and turbine applications and installation.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with gas turbine systems and their operation.
- Knowledge of linked/configurable data.
- Experience with Creo Parametric and Windchill.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, manage multiple projects with competing priorities, and meet project deadlines and commitments.
Responsibilities
- Create Creo designs for turbomachinery package systems and components in accordance with project ACS definitions.
- Design fuel, lube, start, and other package-support subsystems, along with custom piping, hoses, and bracketry.
- Ensure the content, accuracy, and timeliness of the Mechanical Interface Drawing and mechanical definition provided to production and customers.
- Create bills of materials and production drawings as needed.
- Coordinate and communicate with other design and support organizations.
- Coordinate with purchasing and suppliers to specify custom components and help resolve technical issues from the field.
- Support interdepartmental and corporate process-improvement initiatives, including Lean.
- Apply analysis techniques to structures, piping systems, and other package components.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid time off plan, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
- 401(k) savings plans.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- Health Lifestyle Programs.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
- Career development.
- Incentive bonus.
- Disability benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Parental leave.
- Adoption benefits.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
