Mechanical Engineer - Gas Turbine Instrumentation & Actuation Systems

Siemens Energy

$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
  • 8-10+ years of gas turbine engineering experience.
  • Deep expertise in core engine instrumentation for multiple turbine frames.
  • Strong background in gas turbine instrumentation and actuation systems.
  • Proven leadership in R&D programs and complex technical projects.
  • Hands-on experience in all product lifecycle stages.
  • Legal authorization to work in the US without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering support for R&D programs and service projects.
  • Own core technologies, including engine instrumentation and actuation systems.
  • Partner with teams to solve technical challenges and drive engineering solutions.
  • Conduct root-cause investigations and implement reliability improvements.
  • Collaborate with various teams to deliver solutions throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Drive continuous improvement and product enhancements across turbine platforms.

Benefits

  • 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
Full Job Description
A Snapshot of Your Day

Help shape the future of power generation. Join Siemens Energy's global 8000H Product Development team and play a critical role in advancing some of the world's most advanced large gas turbine technologies. Drive cross-platform engineering initiatives, build strategic supplier partnerships, and collaborate with global teams to strengthen innovation, supply chain resilience, and the next generation of energy solutions.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Lead engineering support for R&D programs, service projects, and the operational fleet across Siemens Energy's advanced gas turbine portfolio.
  • Own critical technologies including core engine instrumentation, IGV/VGV actuation systems, and engine configuration management.
  • Partner across product development, fleet support, and service organizations to solve complex technical challenges and drive effective engineering solutions.
  • Conduct root-cause investigations, resolve critical technical issues, and implement mitigation strategies that improve fleet reliability and minimize customer impact.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, suppliers, manufacturing, and service teams to deliver robust solutions throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Drive continuous improvement and future product enhancements by capturing lessons learned, supporting innovation initiatives, and advancing performance across multiple turbine platforms.
What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 8-10+ years of gas turbine engineering experience, with deep expertise in core engine instrumentation across multiple turbine frames and adherence to ISO and international industry standards.
  • Strong expertise in gas turbine instrumentation, actuation systems, and engine instrumentation, including system design, integration, validation, and performance optimization.
  • Proven track record leading R&D programs, supplier qualification initiatives, and complex technical projects, leveraging ISO 9001-aligned quality and supplier management practices.
  • Hands-on experience throughout the entire product lifecycle, from development and manufacturing through installation, commissioning, validation, and risk management within ISO-based quality frameworks.
  • Demonstrated success resolving critical technical challenges, leading cross-functional global teams, and influencing key stakeholders, with a strong understanding of how engineering decisions drive customer satisfaction, reliability, serviceability, and business performance.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US without the need for current or future employer sponsored work authorization.
Export Control Requirement:

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

About the Team

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Rewards/Benefits
  • 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
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