Supplier Development/Project Engineer (NPI) – Coating, Drilling and Assembly Processes

Siemens Energy; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Supportive culture

Health benefits

Paid time off

401K matching

Family benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a qualified engineer to manage supplier qualification for coating, drilling, and assembly of gas turbine components. You will ensure quality, deadlines, and cost targets while coordinating with internal teams on design and manufacturing interfaces.

You will analyze data to identify process improvements, drive supplier enhancements, and lead New Product Introduction projects. This role involves travel (~25%), collaboration with global teams, and contributing to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, process engineering, materials science, chemistry, or a comparable field.
• Several years of technical experience in thermal spraying processes (LPPS, LVPS, APS, HVOF).
• Knowledge of drilling processes (laser and FHEDM), welding (laser and WIG), brazing, and supplier management.
• Proven experience in project management.
• Background in cross-functional teams working on turbine hot gas parts.
• Strong intercultural competence with travel ~25%.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier qualification for coating, drilling, and assembly of gas turbine components.
• Provide technical support to suppliers and act as interface between design/engineering and manufacturing.
• Analyze data to identify improvements and initiate supplier enhancements.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) projects with milestone tracking and risk mitigation.
• Drive cost and delivery improvements with coating suppliers and assess manufacturing risks.
• Contribute to technology roadmap and feasibility studies for new designs and coating systems.

Skills

Thermal spraying

LPPS/LVPS/APS/HVOF

Drilling processes

Welding techniques

Brazing

Supplier management

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Travel ~25%

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree (mechanical/process/materials/chemistry)

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

In this position, you will manage the supplier qualification of coating, drilling, and assembly processes for gas turbine components, ensuring compliance with quality, deadlines, and cost requirements. You will provide technical support to suppliers and share responsibility for their qualifications, playing a key role in the development and industrialization of new production processes. Acting as the primary point of contact for technical inquiries and quality issues from both suppliers and internal partners, you will serve as the technical interface between design/engineering and manufacturing. Your responsibilities will include analyzing data to identify improvement potentials and initiating enhancements with our suppliers. As you gain experience, you will have the opportunity to engage in larger projects, further expanding your influence within the organization.

A Snapshot of Your Day

In this position, you will manage the supplier qualification of coating, drilling, and assembly processes for gas turbine components, ensuring compliance with quality, deadlines, and cost requirements. You will provide technical support to suppliers and share responsibility for their qualifications, playing a key role in the development and industrialization of new production processes. Acting as the primary point of contact for technical inquiries and quality issues from both suppliers and internal partners, you will serve as the technical interface between design/engineering and manufacturing. Your responsibilities will include analyzing data to identify improvement potentials and initiating enhancements with our suppliers. As you gain experience, you will have the opportunity to engage in larger projects, further expanding your influence within the organization.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Contribute to decarbonization initiatives by enhancing the efficiency of gas turbine components, supporting the transition to more sustainable energy solutions.
• Collaborate as part of a global team to manage product and process qualifications (PPQ) and oversee the production of hot gas components at assigned suppliers, providing critical manufacturability feedback to design teams while assessing manufacturing and delivery risks.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) projects by meticulously tracking milestones and budgets, coordinating efforts across teams, and proactively mitigating risks and delays to ensure successful project execution.
• Utilize statistical data to drive improvements in supplier processes, focusing on reducing non-conformance costs and enhancing overall product quality and reliability.
• Spearhead initiatives aimed at reducing costs and delivery times at coating suppliers, fostering stronger partnerships and optimizing supply chain efficiency.
• Contribute to the technology roadmap and conduct feasibility studies for new designs and coating systems, ensuring alignment with industry advancements and operational capabilities.

What You Bring

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, process engineering, materials science, chemistry, or a comparable field, providing a strong foundation for technical expertise.
• Several years of technical experience in thermal spraying processes, including Low-Pressure Plasma Spraying (LPPS), Low-Pressure Vacuum Spraying (LVPS), Atmospheric Plasma Spraying (APS), and High-Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) processes.
• Basic knowledge of drilling processes (laser and FHEDM), welding techniques (laser and WIG), brazing, and supplier management, ensuring a well-rounded skill set for effective collaboration.
• Proven experience in project management, demonstrating the ability to lead and coordinate complex projects effectively within a dynamic environment.
• Background in working with cross-functional teams, particularly in the context of turbine hot gas parts, fostering collaboration and driving innovation.
• Strong intercultural competence with a willingness to travel internationally (~25%), enhancing global collaboration and engagement with diverse suppliers and teams.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders across various regions and disciplines.

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

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