Turbine Engineer

BH-268069
  • DOE
  • United States Texas Houston
  • Permanent
  • Manufacturing
  • Oil & Gas
Responsibilities & Qualifications of the Turbine Engineer include, but are not limited to:

  • Functions as a subject matter expert for all divisions with emphasis on turbine rotating and stationary components and sub-systems (valves, lubrication oil, hydraulic oil & controls, seal oil, etc.).
  • Provides production support to the field and shop operations (Repairs & Open Clean and Close) Divisions.
  • Analyzes and/or generates engineering drawings, specifications and related data as required.
  • Develops procedures and datasheets as needed for operations.
  • Provides project estimates on costs, resources and schedules.
  • Provides engineering oversight of field and shop repairs to ensure repairs are performed in a quality manner with acceptable margin for successful operation of equipment by customers.
  • Sketches rough layouts and computes angles, weights, surface areas, dimensions, radii, clearances, tolerances, location of holes, etc.
  • Reviews component designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards and customer contract requirements, and related specifications.
  • Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling and resolving engineering design and test problems.
  • Directs integration of technical activities and products.
  • Evaluates and approves design changes, specifications and drawing releases.
  • Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.
  • Prepares interim and completion project reports.
  • Measures machine and parts during production to ensure compliance with design specifications.
  • Uses computer assisted design/drafting equipment and software to develop designs and/or drawings.
  • Handles material review board responsibilities for operations.
  • Oversees the welding program. Develops and certifies procedures, processes and welders as needed to support operations.
  • Functions as a project engineer and/or project manager as needed to support operations.
  • Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and adheres to all safety rules and regulations.
  • Willing to attend on-going training to further professional development.
  • Ensures communication with customers, suppliers, vendors and co-workers are professional and appropriate.

Additional Information:
  • Education - Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
  • Experience - Preferred 5 years’ related experience
    • Preferred Knowledge of power industry
    • Preferred Experience with Steam Turbine repairs/parts


With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

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