Turbine Blade Specialist
About The Position
Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC, a world class supplier of power generation services, parts and repairs, has an immediate opening for individuals with a desire to join a growing organization and with an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work. The Repairs Division is seeking both entry level as well as more experienced Machinists that can specialize in Bucket / Blader precision turbine machining. In this position you must be able to work in the St. Louis shop and more experienced individuals will requires some travel for work in the field. SUMMARY: Bucket / Blader Specialized Machinists sets-up, adjusts, and operates shop and portable machine tools to repair turbine rotating steampath components. More experienced candidates may also lead and direct the work of others.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Machining vocational school training or experience in portable field machining equipment
- Experience running large lathes and Bridgeport mills
- CNC experience and programming skills
- Knowledge of arithmetic, basic geometry and their applications
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Good oral and written communications
- Ability to lift 20 – 50 pounds
Nice To Haves
- Original manufacturing methods and standards; basic knowledge of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, punch press, etc.
- Familiar with NDE techniques such as dye penetrates and mag particle
- Knowledge and ability to use both hand and power tools associated with grinding, deburring, and metal forming
- Knowledge and ability to use common precision measuring instruments and hand tools such as tape measure, level, square, file or rasp, etc.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow company repair procedures and directions
- Strong customer service experience in explaining and discussing needed repairs and being able to determine scheduling time frame
- Ability to lead other bucket bladers and supervise work being performed at the customer site
Responsibilities
- Install and machine GE tangential entry and axial entry buckets/blades
- Install and machine Westinghouse T root buckets/blades
- Erosion shield and brazing techniques
- Install and machine GE finger dovetails
- Install and machine Westinghouse axial dovetails
- Install and machine all manufacture type blades
- Tie wire braze of buckets
- Tenon grinding
- Evaluating the bucket condition at job site to establish the required repairs
- Explain and discuss needed repairs, schedules, man loading with customers
- Lead and direct the work of others
Benefits
- Health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision (with employer contribution)
- Savings options: HSA/FSA programs available
- Protection: Company-paid life insurance + disability coverage
- Time off: Paid time off + paid holidays
- Retirement: 401(k) program with company match opportunity
- Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + ID theft protection
- Wellness & safety perks: On-site ART (Active Release Techniques) sessions; annual PPE reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and steel-toed boots
- Pay add-ons (as applicable): Overtime opportunity, shift/lead differential, travel pay
- Advancement: Growth paths and internal advancement opportunities for eligible employees, based on performance and business need
- Recognition: Seasonal company sponsored events for employees to recognize their contributions to the success of MD&A
- Industry stability: Essential power generation work with long-term demand
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
