Mechanical Design Engineer – Components

Siemens Energy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and development opportunities

Company-paid health and wellness benefits

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer based in Charlotte, NC, to drive the development and manufacturing of turbine components. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 3 years of relevant manufacturing experience.

You'll conduct analysis to optimize manufacturing processes, lead projects, and ensure the high performance of gas turbine components. A collaborative work culture with opportunities for career growth and excellent benefits awaits you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience engineering components in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with manufacturing methods like investment casting and machining.
• Familiarity with evaluating non-conforming hardware in high-temperature environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of manufacturing processes for new turbine components.
• Act as the technical authority for gas turbine manufacturing.
• Analyze and refine manufacturing methods to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Evaluate non-conformances to maintain production standards.
• Perform dimensional reviews and fit/clearance assessments.

Skills

Engineering components in a manufacturing environment

Manufacturing methods

Dimensional reviews and tolerance stack-ups

SAP or Teamcenter familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering or equivalent

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

Ready to make your mark on cutting‑edge turbine technology?

As a Mechanical Design Engineer for Turbine Components Manufacturing, you’ll be the critical bridge between design and production, turning innovative concepts into high‑performance reality. In this fast‑paced role, you’ll drive new product introductions and tackle complex manufacturing challenges head‑on, helping bring advanced industrial gas turbine components to life with precision, efficiency, and impact.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Launch what’s next: Lead the development and rollout of manufacturing processes for new turbine components, partnering with suppliers to bring innovative designs to life while meeting rigorous specifications and industry standards.
• Be the go‑to expert: Act as the technical authority for gas turbine manufacturing, delivering hands‑on guidance and solutions to both internal teams and external partners.
• Drive continuous improvement: Analyze and refine manufacturing methods to boost efficiency, quality, and alignment with engineering intent.
• Solve the tough problems: Own the evaluation and disposition of non‑conformances, balancing cost, performance, durability, and functionality to keep production on track.
• Engineer with precision: Perform critical analyses including dimensional reviews, tolerance stack‑ups, and fit/clearance assessments to ensure flawless component performance.
• Design with manufacturability in mind: Champion Design for Manufacturing (DFM) by shaping product definitions and collaborating closely across design and production teams to optimize outcomes.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 3+ years of experience engineering components in a manufacturing environment. More years of experience may be considered at a higher level.
• Manufacturing methods like investment casting, conventional and non‑conventional machining.
• Experience with components, functionality, tolerance stack‑up analysis, and design considerations impacting assembly and operation; gas‑turbine specific experience highly preferred but not required.
• Evaluating and dispositioning non‑conforming hardware, especially components operating in high‑temperature environments.
• Familiarity with SAP, Teamcenter, Lotus Notes, or similar systems preferred.
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer‑sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

Export Control Requirement

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Rewards / Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company‑paid health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.