Senior Gas Turbine Engineering Consultant

-; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

RINA is seeking a Senior Gas Turbine Engineering Consultant to join their Leatherhead office. This role involves leading investigations and providing technical advice to enhance client performance and reliability. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to travel as needed. RINA promotes a supportive workplace culture with generous benefits, a focus on professional development, and equal employment opportunities.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Entitlement: 25 days + bank holidays

Flexible Working Policy for work-life balance

Paid parental leave and healthcare cover

Funding for Chartership and training

6% matched pension

Life assurance

Bonuses

4 half-days of paid leave for STEM work

Qualifications

• Strong technical foundation in gas or steam turbines.
• Experience in failure investigations and operational data analysis.
• Full UK driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations and conduct assessments of gas turbine components.
• Deliver technical advice to clients and prepare high-quality reports.
• Travel to client sites for inspections and consultancy.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Technical Analysis

Education

Degree in Engineering or Materials Science

PhD or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Relevant Engineering Software

Job description

RINA is currently recruiting for a Senior Gas Turbine Engineering Consultant to join its office in Leatherhead within the Operations and Maintenance Engineering Division.

What You'll Do

In this dynamic role, you will:
• Lead Investigations: Conduct detailed assessments and failure investigations of gas turbine components using state-of-the-art labs and advanced analysis tools.
• Deliver Expert Insight: Provide trusted technical advice that helps clients improve performance, reliability, and risk management.
• Communicate with Confidence: Prepare and deliver high-quality reports and presentations, clearly explaining complex engineering findings to varied audiences.
• Travel with Purpose: Occasionally visit client sites in the UK and abroad to inspect equipment and deliver in-person consultancy.

What You Bring

We're looking for someone with a strong technical foundation and a passion for solving complex problems. You should have:
• A degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field (PhD or equivalent is a plus)
• In-depth knowledge of gas or steam turbines and their materials
• Experience in component assessments, failure investigations, and operational data analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A methodical, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving ability
• A full UK driving license (preferred)
• Flexibility to travel internationally at short notice

Technical Expertise

You'll stand out if you also bring:
• Deep understanding of turbine materials and their degradation in service
• Experience with life assessments and failure mechanisms
• Proven track record managing and delivering complex technical projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant engineering software
• Precision and attention to detail in all aspects of your work

Why Join RINA?

We care about your career, your wellbeing, and your future. At RINA, we offer:
• Generous Holiday Entitlement: 25 days + bank holidays, with an option to buy 5 more
• Flexible Working: Smarter Working Policy to support work-life balance
• Family Support: Paid parental leave and healthcare cover (with options for dependents)
• Professional Development: Funding for Chartership, training, and memberships
• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive environment
• Additional Benefits: 6% matched pension, Octopus car scheme, life assurance, bonuses, and more
• STEM Advocacy: 4 half-days of paid leave for STEM Ambassador work

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RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.