Sr. Aero Field Technician

PROENERGY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PROENERGY in Houston, TX seeks a Field Service Technician to execute gas turbine work in customer sites and in the field. You will lead a field service team, disassemble/assemble turbine components, perform inspections, and ensure quality while traveling 75–90%.

Reports to Field Service Manager; location is 6246 McHard Road, Houston, TX 77053. Requires 2-year technical degree or 5+ years of experience; US work authorization; pre-employment drug screen and background check; willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in aviation or mechanics, or 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• 5+ years mechanical experience on LM6000 & LM2500 aero-derivative gas turbines.
• US work authorization is required; no sponsorship.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check completed.

Responsibilities

• Lead field service personnel and direct teams during job tasks.
• Generate and submit timely technical and field reports.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance per technical manuals.
• Provide technical support and training to field service personnel.
• Disassemble and assemble gas turbine components and modules; inspect engine parts.

Skills

Field service leadership

Aviation/Mechanics background

Travel readiness

Teamwork

Technical proficiency

Education

Two-year technical degree in aviation or mechanics

5+ years experience in lieu of education

Tools

LM6000 & LM2500 maintenance tools

Borescope inspection tools

Job description

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

Our Footprint

PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri,

our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world—is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas,

our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

In Kansas City

we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

And our worldwide service centers

ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

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.

Position Summary

Responsible for the timely execution of gas turbine work in a field environment. Perform field service work at customer facility under the direction of the Field Service Manager. Work as part of a field service team to perform various field service jobs which include the Removal/Install of the gas turbine from the package, HPC Top casework, Hot section Exchanges, Borescope & package inspections, etc. Ensure quality work is being performed with attention to detail.

Reports To:Field Service Manager

Work Location:6246 McHard Road, Houston, TX 77053

Position Responsibilities

• Functions as a working lead in the field and will direct field service personnel that have been assigned to them during job tasks
• Generates and submits timely Technical & Field Reports
• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance in accordance with technical manual procedures
• Provides technical support and instructional training as needed to the company’s field service representatives
• Assists the field services team with input in the creation, improvement, and implementation of procedures and inspection processes for field service.
• Performs disassembly and assembly of gas turbine components and modules.
• Inspects individual engine modules & components and assesses condition.
• Use common, precise measuring and specialty tools in the repair of turbine engines and components.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers and Field Service Manager.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures, and commercial commitments.
• Follows verbal directions and complies with written maintenance procedures and inspection criteria.
• Extensive travel (i.e., 75% - 90%) is required.
• When on assignment in the field, workdays and hours may be extended

Required Qualifications

• A two-year technical degree in aviation or mechanics or more than 5 yearsof relevant work experience in lieu of education
• 5 or more years of mechanical experience on LM6000 & LM2500 aero-derivative Gas Turbines
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check

Desired Qualifications

• The ability to travel domestically & internationally.
• Ability to function as a team lead
• Experience in Level 1 & 2 maintenance on LM6000 & LM2500
• Experience in Borescope Inspection of LM6000 & LM2500
• Demonstrated understanding of aero gas turbine maintenance functions.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Technical competence including understanding software, hardware, networks, etc.

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.