Product Design Engineering - Specialist Professional

Siemens Energy; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and development

Supportive work culture

Company paid Health and wellness

Paid Time Off and holidays

401K with company match

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Orlando, FL is seeking a senior electrical engineer to provide expert support for the operating fleet of large utility generators, with emphasis on grid interaction and synchronous condensers. You will troubleshoot outages, lead root-cause studies, and guide maintenance decisions.

The role includes designing repair methods, documenting product definitions, and participating in IEEE subcommittees to shape industry standards while mentoring junior engineers for fleet reliability

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred; Bachelor's with extensive experience considered.
• Demonstrated experience with grid interaction analysis, fleet operations support, and root cause investigations.
• 2+ years in power generation, design/analysis/maintenance of large turbogenerators and synchronous condensers.
• Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, 3D Modeling.
• Troubleshooting, analytical skills, investigation, DFMEA.
• Influencing skills, product lifecycle management, workflow management, quality assurance.
• Legally authorized for employment in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct technical support and troubleshooting for the operating fleet.
• Develop and document engineering solutions for repairs and maintenance.
• Represent Siemens Energy in IEEE Generator sub-committees and industry standards; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Grid interaction analysis

Fleet operations support

Root cause investigations

Electrical engineering design

3D modeling

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

DFMEA

Influencing skills

Product lifecycle management

Workflow management

Quality assurance

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree with extensive equivalent experience

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

The role is critical for providing subject matter expertise on the operating fleet of large utility generators, with a specific focus on grid interaction, supporting the maturing SynCon Fleet, and representing Siemens Energy in IEEE sub-committees. To meet these objectives, the role is structured around three core areas: providing direct technical support and troubleshooting for the active fleet, developing and documenting engineering solutions for repairs and maintenance, and contributing to strategic initiatives and industry standards. This approach ensures both immediate operational stability and long-term fleet reliability and performance. Given the focus on advanced technical problem-solving and industry leadership, the ideal candidate will be a recognized expert in electrical engineering with experience in the power generation industry. They must possess deep knowledge of turbogenerators and synchronous condensers, coupled with strong analytical and communication skills to manage complex projects and interface with customers and industry peers.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• 50% Fleet Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Provide electrical engineering support for the operating fleet of large utility generators and synchronous condensers. Lead root cause investigations for forced outages and other operational issues, providing timely and effective resolutions. Disposition findings from field inspections and make expert repair recommendations for generator components. Offer direct support to field service teams and customers during urgent events, including nights and weekends as required.
• 30% Engineering Design & Lifecycle Management: Develop and design robust repair methods and engineering solutions for complex electrical and mechanical issues. Create and release comprehensive product definition documents, including bills of materials, technical drawings, and process requirements. Conduct detailed engineering studies and component evaluations to support fleet maintenance and modernization strategies. Manage the lifecycle of engineering solutions, from initial design and testing to field implementation and documentation.
• 20% Strategic Development & Industry Engagement: Represent Siemens Energy in IEEE Generator sub-committees, contributing to the development of industry standards. Develop and refine strategic maintenance schedules and scopes for the generator fleet to enhance reliability and performance. Mentor and coach junior engineering professionals, sharing subject matter expertise in generator technology and grid interaction. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and the adoption of new technologies within the service engineering team.

What You Bring

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is highly preferred; Bachelor's degree with extensive equivalent experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated experience with grid interaction analysis, fleet operations support, and leading root cause investigations.
• Requires 2+ years of experience in the power generation industry, specifically in the design, analysis, and/or maintenance of large turbogenerators and synchronous condensers.
• Engineering Design and Development: Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, 3D Modeling
• Technical Analysis & Problem Solving: Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Analytical Skills, Investigation, Design Failure Mode And Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Professional & Interpersonal: Influencing Skills, Product Lifecycle Management, Workflow Management, Quality Assurance
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave