Test Cell Technician

PROENERGY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life/Disability Insurance

10 paid holidays

paid time off

401K plan

Job summary

PROENERGY is seeking an experienced technician to install, operate, troubleshoot, and remove LM6000 engines for test runs at our Sedalia, MO facility. You will monitor electrical and mechanical systems, calibrate equipment, and ensure data integrity while maintaining plant safety and performance.

Responsibilities include maintaining auxiliaries, assisting with DCS operations, and responding to faults to keep the plant running within design limits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Five or more years of relevant experience in power or aviation industries.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical one-lines, and technical manuals.
• US work authorization is required; pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, install and remove LM6000 engines for test; perform instrumentation hookup and alignment of generator.
• Maintain mechanical skids, Fin-Fan coolers, demin water tanks, instrumentation air and natural gas compressors.
• Assist in troubleshooting turbine controls, generator load banks, and plant DCS.
• Monitor data quality and operating parameters to ensure optimal efficiency and safety.
• Be available for overtime; adhere to OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulations.

Skills

English fluency

Read P&IDs

Electrical concepts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

LM6000 power plant experience

Instrumentation calibration

Demin water systems

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.

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

And ourworldwide service centersensure 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
• Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee
• 10 paid holidays
• paid time off
• 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

Responsible for installation, safe operation and removal of turbine engines and associated balance of plant equipment during both normal test and emergency situations. This position will perform troubleshooting and diagnostics to successfully report the cause of any equipment or operational abnormalities and problems associated with engine test. You will provide monitoring of operations for engineering and diagnostics review, maintenance to the test stand and repair to equipment as needed.

Reports To:Test Operations Manager

Work Location:2001 Proenergy Blvd, Sedalia, MO 65301

Position Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, install and remove LM6000 engines for test. Perform instrumentation hookup, alignment of the generator and all mechanical tasks to engine.
• Operators will maintain all mechanical skids, Fin-Fan coolers, Demin Water Tanks, Instrumentation air and natural gas compressors for operation.
• Help conduct electrical and electronic systems inspection calibrations and tests as required to ensure plant is operating within specified parameters.
• Respond to all electronic and electrical malfunctions as directed. Repair as necessary.
• Ensure data quality, analyze trends and operating parameters on all electronic and electrical systems to identify potential or impending failures. Certify plant is running at optimal efficiency.
• Maintain voltage schedule and unit output to ensure operation within the generator capability curve.
• Monitor engine operation to assure that all power generation and support equipment are operating within the design scope.
• Operate and control the engine through a series of test procedures to ensure quality and serviceability of our product for the customer.
• Investigate conditions potentially detrimental to unit operations; initiate immediate corrective actions as required to remedy any situation.
• Determine nature and cause of trouble from evidence available and take corrective action to maintain safe and optimum operating conditions.
• Performs a variety of maintenance activities, including, but not limited to, equipment and test equipment calibration, balance and alignment inspections, lubrication, etc.
• Assist in Troubleshooting and repair of turbine controls, generator load bank and plant Distribution Control Systems.
• Assist TC/IC personnel in the safe and reliable operation of the power plant DCS.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and revising departmental procedures, logs, and summaries.
• Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
• Be available for overtime work on a scheduled or call-in basis as required.
• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, DOT, State and Federal regulations.
• This position is for an experienced, well-rounded, aggressive, self-starting, team minded individual with commitment to company values, policies, directives, and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and Five (5) years ofrelevant experienceor demonstrated equivalency of education and experience in the power or aviation industry.
• Able to read and interpret P&IDs, Electrical one-lines, Logic drawings, Technical Manuals, I/O lists, etc.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• 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

• 5+ years’ Experience with LM6000 Power Plant or CF6 Aviation strongly preferred.
• 5+ years’ Experienceoperating a power plant or related HVAC industry.
• Associate DegreePreferredor equivalent Military experience a plus.
• Component alignment, vibration system and balance experience.
• Must be able to multi-task and manage high pressure situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as analytical, computer, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Must have strong initiative and be a highly motivated individual.
• Must be detail oriented, and simultaneously handle multiple projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word required.
• Demonstrated understanding of electrical equipment operation, electrical equipment maintenance requirements and maintenance restrictions imposed by safety and environmental regulations.
• Technical competence including understanding software, hardware, networks, etc.
• Available to work flexible work schedules in seemingly tight quarters and uncomfortable temperatures.

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.