Heavy Diesel Engine Machinist

Performance Power Systems; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Full Benefits

Relocation Assistance may be available

Medical, Dental & Vision

Company-paid STD, LTD & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401(k)

Training and advancement

Job summary

Performance Power Systems in Savannah, GA is launching a brand-new Heavy Diesel Engine Machining Division. We seek an experienced Machine Shop Lead to become the technical leader of the operation, hands-on yet with leadership potential as the division grows.

You will machine engine blocks, cylinder heads, and related components using Rottler equipment, while developing shop procedures, quality standards, and documentation. Top pay and full benefits are offered to the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manual machining experience
• Experience machining diesel engine components
• Experience with engine rebuilding and precision measurement
• Ability to read OEM specifications
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Machine engine blocks, cylinder heads, connecting rods, camshafts, flywheels, valve guides and valve seats.
• Perform cylinder boring, honing, block decking, line boring and line honing.
• Operate manual machine tools and Rottler machining equipment.
• Use micrometers, dial bore gauges, dial indicators and precision measuring equipment.
• Read OEM specifications and engineering drawings.
• Assist with equipment installation and commissioning.
• Help develop shop procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain inspection and machining documentation.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized shop.

Skills

Manual Machining

Diesel engine components

Engine rebuilding

Precision measurement

OEM specifications

Troubleshooting

Driver's license

Tools

Rottler machining equipment

Micrometers

Dial bore gauges

Dial indicators

Job description

Build Something Exceptional

Performance Power Systems is launching a new Heavy Diesel Engine Machine Shop and is seeking an experienced Machine Shop Lead to help establish the operation using new Rottler equipment. This is a hands-on technical position with leadership potential as the division grows.

About the Opportunity

Performance Power Systems (PPS), an Authorized Caterpillar Marine Dealer with more than 30 years of success, is launching a brand-new Heavy Diesel Engine Machining Division. We're searching for one exceptional machinist who wants to become the technical leader of that operation.

Savannah, Georgia | Full-Time

Compensation: Top Pay

• Overtime
• Full Benefits
• Relocation Assistance Available for the Right Candidate

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Companypaid STD, LTD & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 401(k)
• Training and advancement
• Relocation assistance may be available

Primary Responsibilities

• Machine engine blocks, cylinder heads, connecting rods, camshafts, flywheels, valve guides and valve seats.
• Perform cylinder boring, honing, block decking, line boring and line honing.
• Operate manual machine tools and Rottler machining equipment.
• Use micrometers, dial bore gauges, dial indicators and precision measuring equipment.
• Read OEM specifications and engineering drawings.
• Assist with equipment installation and commissioning.
• Help develop shop procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain inspection and machining documentation.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized shop.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of manual machining experience.
• Experience machining diesel engine components.
• Experience with engine rebuilding and precision measurement.
• Ability to read OEM specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Rottler, Sunnen, Serdi, KwikWay or Berco equipment.
• Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, John Deere, MAN, MTU, Scania, Volvo Penta, Perkins or Deutz engines.
• Experience mentoring machinists or helping establish machine shop procedures.

Why Join PPS?

This is not repetitive production work. You'll help establish a new heavy diesel machining operation, work with new Rottler equipment, solve complex machining challenges, and have the ability to grow as the division expands.

Ready to Build Something Exceptional?

We are looking for a craftsman, mentor, and leader—not simply someone to run a machine. If you take pride in machining components correctly the first time, enjoy solving complex engine problems, and want your experience to matter, we’d like to meet you.