Gas Turbine Commissioning Engineer

Siemens Energy seeks a Gas Turbine Commissioning Engineer to lead field startup projects, oversee on-site activities, and support expansion of North America service operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute gas turbine commissioning projects end to end, reviewing schedules and coordinating with project teams.
• Lead field commissioning activities, bringing turbines online safely, efficiently, and to specification.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, and control system issues during commissioning.
• Create detailed commissioning plans, schedules, and test procedures to keep projects on track.
• Conduct performance testing and system validation to verify equipment meets design and operating requirements.
• Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation and handover manuals for clients.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison to clients, contractors, and internal teams, delivering clear updates and reports.
• Mentor junior engineers, sharing expertise and promoting field best practices.
• Manage projects independently and contribute to expanding North America service operations.
• Lead on-site pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up of new gas turbine installations, ensuring safe and efficient execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in commissioning, start-up, and servicing of large-frame gas turbines.
• Deep 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 drive solutions.
• Plan and manage project schedules, workflows, and QA/QC processes.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders and mentor others through technical leadership.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship; internal transfers may be possible for Siemens Energy employees.

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

About the Team

Gas Services focuses on low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. The team offers zero or low emission power generation and encompasses gas turbines, steam turbines, and generators under one roof, with decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

About Siemens Energy

Siemens Energy is a global technology company with around 100,000 employees across more than 90 countries. We develop energy systems for a reliable and sustainable future, supporting the energy transition and a significant portion of the world’s electricity generation. Our team is dedicated to delivering sustainable, reliable energy solutions worldwide.

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