NRG Energy · 11 hours ago
Gas Turbine Aero Engineer/Specialist - open to Texas, Midwest, East locations
Princeton, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $162K/yr
5+ years expNRG Energy is a dynamic company focused on energy solutions, and they are seeking a Gas Turbine Aero Engineer/Specialist to support their fleet of gas turbines nationwide. The role involves providing on-site support for inspections, condition assessments, and coordinating repair activities, while emphasizing safety and quality in operations.
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Responsibilities
Supports and emphasizes the importance of safety and environmental programs
Evaluates component condition and repair options
Perform site inspections and condition assessments to support maintenance planning and risk assessments
Participates and/or leads teams that focus on specific problem areas or needs for generating units
Communicates with customers regarding condition of equipment and repair work scope
Inspects completed work or work in progress to assure job quality
Performs field inspections and takes field measurements
Coordinates activities with Vendors/Contractors, other divisions and departments
Recognizes problems and is proactive in helping to resolve them
Performs root cause analysis of system and equipment problems
Develops quality work plans when required
Performs engineering calculations in area of responsibility
Assists in outage planning and economic evaluation of turbine projects as needed
May be required to manage projects in area of expertise
Ensures company resources are used in a cost-effective manner
Prepares written reports in assigned area of responsibility
Performs technical duties in area of responsibility
Develops and maintains technical specifications for purchase of replacement parts, vendor repairs and maintenance standards
Identifies and implements new or existing repair technology in area of responsibility
Track service bulletins for gas turbines/generators and assess implementation and compliance strategy
Qualifies vendors and suppliers for parts and services in area of responsibility
Understand and evaluate non-OEM parts, services, and upgrades
Collect and review operating data to identify mechanical and performance issues
Qualification
Required
Minimum of Baccalaureate Degree in appropriate Engineering discipline from an accredited college or university and 5 years of experience in gas turbine equipment maintenance, operations, and troubleshooting
Fundamental knowledge of vibration analysis and balancing of large rotating equipment
Fundamental knowledge of working materials and metallurgy of gas turbines and components
Fundamental knowledge of control systems for gas turbines
Fundamental knowledge of GE LM6000 gas turbines
Effective communication skills with craft personnel, site leadership, as well as management
Ability to take a leadership role meetings and communications around gas turbine issues
Project management skills
Knowledge of power plant systems
Knowledge of turbine repair processes
Ability to prepare written reports and presentations to management
Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment access, inspect or collect data on plant equipment
Benefits
Annual bonus
Short- and long-term incentives
Program-specific awards
Medical
Vision
Dental
401K
Flexible spending accounts
Company
NRG Energy
NRG Energy is an integrated power generation and supply firm that offers offsite solar, wind power, and smart grid retail services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$6.99BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Lawrence S Coben
President, CEO and Chair of the Board
Anne C Schaumburg
Lead Independent Director
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