Sr Power Generation Combustion Turbine Engineer
About The Position
NextEra Energy’s Power Generation Division is looking for a Senior Combustion (Gas) Turbine Engineer to join the Combustion Turbine Fleet Team (CTFT). This position will include responsibilities for leading technical support for a large fleet of combustion turbines, with ownership of troubleshooting, work/outage planning, fleet reliability improvements, and working closely with OEMs. Additionally, this role will include working on strategic initiatives with the ongoing efforts to reduce forced outage rates, O&M expense, and to improve overall fleet reliability and availability. Candidate shall have extensive knowledge regarding the operation and maintenance of a diverse OEM combustion turbine fleet. This would include a basic knowledge (to varying degrees) of all turbine / generator mechanical sub-systems, basic design, vibration, performance, preventative and corrective maintenance, repairs, outage practices, operational troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have detailed knowledge of the Gas Turbine and its auxiliary systems including but not limited to the lube oil system, hydraulic system, gas fuel system, liquid fuel system, and operation of the machine. Employees in this role have responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments. This involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope, selection of areas for investigation, and development of novel concepts. Plans and develops engineering projects concerned with unique or controversial complexities which have important impact on major company programs. Acts as technical liaison to individuals within and outside the organization with responsibility to act independently regarding technical matters pertaining to individual's field. Completes assignments given in broad terms concerning general objectives and limitations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's - Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
- 4+ years Experience
- Basic experience designing, installing/commissioning, or maintaining Gas turbines and plant auxiliaries.
- Strong communications/presentation skills
- Strong Excel capabilities with macro and programming skills desirable
- Demonstrated field service or design experience with either the Siemens or Mitsubishi Combustion Turbines
- Familiarity with either the T3000, Ovation, or Netmation Controls Software
Nice To Haves
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Yellow Belt certification
Responsibilities
- Lead troubleshooting and technical decision making for fleet assets, ensuring consistency across the fleet.
- Manage documentation and currency of Engineering Requests, Work Orders, OEM Bulletins and Management Of Change (MOC’s) requests in Maximo.
- Actively participate in strategic/proactive efforts to improve productivity and advance fleet reliability.
- Support parts planning and annual budget planning, ensuring that plans account for fleet lessons learned.
- Manage the technical evaluation of component capability, reliability and durability with OEMs and 3rd Party Suppliers.
- After-hours support required on occasion via virtual/phone meetings and could require on-site consultation.
Benefits
- Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
