Gas Turbine Commissioning Engineer & Startup Specialist

Siemens Energy, Inc.; Dammam; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Global team exposure

Access to employee resource groups

Job summary

Siemens Energy, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Commissioning Lead to head the mechanical commissioning, startup, and field diagnostics for gas turbine systems.

You will perform advanced diagnostics, root cause analysis, and collaborate with site teams to resolve faults and optimize performance. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering with 5–8 years of real-world experience in gas turbine commissioning, plus certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 5-8 years hands‑on experience in gas turbine mechanical commissioning, startup, and field service diagnostics.
• OEM Gas Turbine Commissioning Certification and safety certifications preferred (NEBOSH/OSHA valued).
• Experience delivering commissioning on large-scale power projects, ideally in the Middle East region.
• Strong technical expertise in rotor dynamics, vibration analysis, and precision alignment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical commissioning, alignment, testing, and startup of gas turbines and auxiliary systems, ensuring compliance with specs and safety standards.
• Execute pre-commissioning activities including inspections, flushing, and functional testing of lube oil, hydraulic, fuel, and other mechanical systems.
• Investigate complex mechanical failures and vibration issues through advanced diagnostics and field inspections.
• Collaborate with engineering and product specialists to implement corrective actions and optimize turbine performance.
• Maintain safety, quality, and documentation by enforcing Zero Harm principles and ensuring proper handover records.

Skills

Gas turbine commissioning

Vibration analysis

Precision alignment

Root cause analysis

Field service diagnostics

Lube oil system

Hydraulics

Fuel system

Rotor dynamics

HSE compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

OEM Gas Turbine Commissioning Certification

NEBOSH or OSHA certification

Tools

Laser measurement equipment

Vibration testing equipment

Job description

Siemens Energy, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Commissioning Lead to head the mechanical commissioning, startup, and field diagnostics for gas turbine systems.

You will perform advanced diagnostics, root cause analysis, and collaborate with site teams to resolve faults and optimize performance. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering with 5–8 years of real-world experience in gas turbine commissioning, plus certifications.