R&D Project Lead Service Design and Analysis

Siemens Energy•Charlotte, NC

45d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Service Design R&D Project Lead at Siemens Energy, you will play a critical role in the development of cutting-edge gas turbine products. You will lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary and global team of engineers responsible for the design, manufacturability, serviceability and fleet introduction of turbine blades and vanes for our Large Gas Turbine business. You will work closely with stakeholders, interface partners in engineering, manufacturing, service, procurement, and program management on engine level to ensure that all targets of the turbine project are successfully achieved.

Requirements

University degree in mechanical engineering and a proven background of more than 3 years in R&D project management, preferably in the field of gas turbine design
Understanding of design activities that are required during a gas turbine, turbine project (aerodynamics, heat transfer, mechanical integrity, product definition, manufacturing, service)
Strong leadership skills and experience in leading multidisciplinary and global teams
Good understanding of design for manufacturing, repair and manufacturing processes
Strong communication, inter-cultural awareness, and presentation skills
Pro-active mindset, analytical and organizational skills, willingness to communicate as well as expertise in networking and change management
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary and global Integrated Product Team (IPT) upgrading turbine blades and vanes based on fleet experience
Provide technical expertise and guidance to the IPT members (heat transfer, mechanical integrity, mechanical design, repair development and material testing) to ensure that all targets of your turbine project are successfully met
You manage all relevant interfaces by working closely with manufacturing, service, and technology as well as other engineering organizations (e.g., casing, rotor, combustion, whole engine model, performance)
Complete technical analysis to support repair developments and part life disposition
Identify and manage technical and commercial risks associated with the turbine project
You regularly report your team's progress to the sponsor of the project