Mechanical Service Engineer

Proenergyservices; Sedalia, Houston (MO, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Mechanical Service Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves on-site installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of gas turbine packages, ensuring optimal operational efficiency. You'll provide expert support for turbine damage analysis and collaborate with field teams to enhance service engineering capabilities. With a commitment to energy transition and sustainability, this innovative firm offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in gas turbine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Advanced knowledge of turbine airfoil and combustor damage analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support on-site installations and servicing of gas turbine packages.
• Analyze and resolve mechanical issues across auxiliary systems.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Borescope Inspection (BSI)

Engine hoist systems

Exhaust duct maintenance

Air filtration systems

Job description

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About PROENERGY
PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.

Our Footprint
We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600,000 sq. ft of service capacity under roof, which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility in the world. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations.

Our Philosophy
We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary
The Mechanical Service Engineer is responsible for the on-site installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of gas turbine packages and auxiliary systems. This specialized position provides expert support for turbine airfoil and combustor damage analysis, engine installation and removal, and auxiliary system issues, ensuring operational efficiency and minimizing downtime. This role will provide technical expertise in mechanical problem dispositions, collaborate with field teams, and provide service engineering support across the Aero Advantage, PowerFLX, and O&M business lines.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide support for on-site installations, removals, and servicing of gas turbine packages.
• Provide real-time support for BSI (Borescope Inspection) findings analysis and disposition.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues across auxiliary systems such as lube, starting, and fuel systems.
• Perform turbine airfoil and combustor damage assessments.
• Analyze and resolve package mechanical issues, including hoist systems, air filtration, and exhaust duct systems.
• Act as the primary contact for field execution teams requiring technical guidance.
• Escalate unresolved issues to in-house engineering teams as needed.
• Streamline the disposition process for airfoil and combustor damage.
• Optimize resource allocation by handling service engineering requests independently.
• Develop and deliver training programs for field technicians to enhance skills and expertise.
• Establish best practices for package installation, removal, and troubleshooting.
• Support operations expansion and new unit installations, particularly LM6000 units.
• Align with sustainability and customer commitment goals by improving technical support capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in gas turbine maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered to meet the required qualifications.
• Advanced knowledge of turbine airfoil and combustor damage analysis.
• Proficiency in engine hoist systems, exhaust duct/catalyst maintenance, and air filtration systems.
• Expertise in Borescope Inspection (BSI) results analysis.
• Familiarity with auxiliary systems integration (lube, starting, and fuel systems).
• Familiarity with combustion dynamics.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidates will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently in high-pressure situations.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Knowledge of weld procedures.

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation