Thermal Lead Engineer Plant Performance

Snapshot of your Day

The Combined Cycle Design group for America region is looking for a qualified mechanical or chemical engineer to support Thermal Cycle Design and Performance Testing on various power generation projects.  The primary function of this position is to support Thermal Cycle Design of power plant projects which includes development of Heat Balance Diagrams, Thermal Performance Guarantees, and Performance Risk Assessments.  Design Responsibilities include a wide range of plant configurations including Combined Cycle, Conventional Steam Cycles, solar, gasification plants as well as work on advanced cycle concepts.  Additionally, potential candidates may be asked to develop Performance Testing Procedures based on ASME codes and standards and conduct field performance testing.

How you’ll make an Impact

Specific job responsibilities include the following :

Develop Heat Balance Diagram Specifications and Performance Guarantees for Thermodynamic Systems

Develop Performance Testing Procedures per ASME Performance Test Codes

Conduct Field Performance Testing Activities based on applicable testing procedures including supporting of appropriate cycle isolations, measurements and calculations, and meeting appropriate test uncertainty requirements

Support contract review for environmental and performance testing

Support Combined Cycle Performance Studies on new frame developments as well as various service projects

Support Plant Emissions and Acoustical Calculations

Develop, review, and implement permitting plans for power generation facilities

Resolve field installation and commissioning problems associated with equipment and systems within assigned responsibilities

Communicate in both written and verbal form and interface with a wide range of organizations both internally and externally regarding power plant system and equipment design requirements.

Develop, track and meet project or proposal schedule commitments and budgets

What you Bring

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Up to 5 years of experience in various power plant components.

Strong communications skills, able to clearly and concisely express technical information of power plant system and equipment design requirements (or data) to non-technical associates, peers and management

Strong Technical writing skills

Presentation and meeting facilitation skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

A working knowledge of thermodynamics and fundamental power plant theory is requirement for this position.

The individual must have a desire to learn and become proficient with several computer aided thermal modeling codes, statistics, risk management, and process design tools.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as this position requires working in close conjunction with all design engineering functions of the Division as well as sales, marketing, outside architectural engineers, and project management.

Preferred Knowledge / Skills, Education, and Experience

5 years of thermodynamic experience in development of thermal performance models and performance testing

A working knowledge of thermodynamic software such as Krawal or similar

Knowledge of ASME Performance Testing Codes

About the Team

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 :

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