Sr. Aero Field Technician

PROENERGY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/Disabil.

10 paid holidays

401K plan

Job summary

PROENERGY is seeking a Senior Aero Field Technician to perform field service work at customer facilities, leading a team and coordinating maintenance on gas turbines. Position requires extensive travel and hands-on disassembly/assembly of turbine components, with strict adherence to procedures and safety.

Responsibilities include reporting, technical support, and ongoing training for field service personnel, with a focus on quality and timely execution of tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead field service personnel on assigned tasks in the field.
• Submit timely technical & field reports.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance per manuals.
• Disassemble/assemble gas turbine components and modules.
• Ensure safe, quality work and adherence to procedures.

Skills

Field service

Team leadership

Gas turbine maintenance

Aero-derivative engines

Education

Two-year technical degree

5+ years LM6000/LM2500 experience

Job description

About PROENERGY

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.

Senior Aero Field Technician

About PROENERGY

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.

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.

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401K plan

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 years of 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.