Turbine Blade & Bucket Machinist — Precision Repair

Mdaturbines; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC in San Antonio, TX seeks metal workers (Blenders) to specialize in precision bucket/blader turbine machining. Responsibilities include setups, adjustments, and operating tools to repair turbine paths and gas/fuel components.

Position requires reading repair procedures, safety adherence, and effective communication with customers on repairs and scheduling. Overtime and shift flexibility may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to work variable shifts including nights/ weekends.
• Adherence to safety and GMP policies.
• Ability to read and follow detailed repair procedures.

Responsibilities

• Use pneumatic, electric, and hand tools to blend defects and welds on turbine parts and restore contours.
• Perform alloy blending for turbine components.
• Install and machine GE and Westinghouse buckets/blades at various levels.
• Perform erosion shield and brazing techniques (levels II, III).
• Explain needed repairs and schedules to customers; manage loading with customers (levels II, III).
• Maintain documentation for work assignments per procedures.
• Follow safety protocols and GMP initiatives.
• Lead or supervise other bucket bladers when required.

Skills

Good communication

Safety & GMP adherence

Read and follow work instructions

Customer repair discussions

Overtime availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Punch presses

Grinding tools

Measuring instruments

NDE techniques (dye penetrants, mag particles)

Job description

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC in San Antonio, TX seeks metal workers (Blenders) to specialize in precision bucket/blader turbine machining. Responsibilities include setups, adjustments, and operating tools to repair turbine paths and gas/fuel components.

Position requires reading repair procedures, safety adherence, and effective communication with customers on repairs and scheduling. Overtime and shift flexibility may be required.