Gas Turbine Commissioning Engineer
Job Description
Role: Gas Turbine Commissioning Engineer at Siemens Energy, onsite in Orlando, FL, with a salary range of USD 76,800 - 162,200 per year.
Responsibilities
- Oversee on-site pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and start‑up of new gas turbine installations, prioritizing safety and efficient execution.
- Identify and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, and control system issues encountered during commissioning.
- Conduct performance testing and system validation to verify adherence to design and operational requirements.
- Develop comprehensive commissioning plans, schedules, and test procedures to maintain project timelines.
- Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation and manuals to support smooth client handover.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison with clients, contractors, and internal teams, delivering clear updates and reports.
- Mentor junior engineers, sharing expertise and reinforcing best practices in the field.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred.
- 5–8 years of experience in commissioning, start‑up, and servicing of large‑frame gas turbines.
- Extensive technical expertise across control systems, electrical and mechanical engineering, PLCs, and SCADA environments.
- Ability to independently lead and execute complex commissioning projects with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and troubleshooting skills to diagnose issues and implement solutions.
- Proven ability to plan and manage project schedules, workflows, and QA/QC processes.
- Collaborative approach to influence outcomes with stakeholders and mentor others through technical leadership.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship; Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
Technologies
- PLCs
- SCADA
Benefits
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave
Physical Requirements
- Frequently lift and carry materials weighing 30–50 pounds.
- Continuously reach above shoulder level, in front, and to the sides.
- Frequently hold, grasp, and manipulate objects using hands for extended periods (up to 10–12 hours).
- Frequently bend, crouch, kneel, climb, and crawl as required by job duties.
- Tolerate exposure to rigorous environmental conditions, including hot, cold, and varying weather conditions.
- Ability to hear and effectively communicate in noisy environments while maintaining focus and clarity of thought.
Rewards
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave