Sr Turbine Test Engineer

Career Area:
Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Responsible for the forecasting, outlining special test requirements, and monitoring of overhaul turbine test operations and test results, including the resolution of engine performance, combustion, or rotor dynamic issues.

Perform engine operational tuning and approval of test data including generation of certified test reports. Troubleshoot and resolve test facility and turbine engine operational issues using advanced lean practices, high speed data acquisition systems, PLC systems, 6Sigma and other process improvement practices.

Responsible for outlining and overseeing test systems upgrades to accommodate new products or replace obsolete equipment. Works in a team that includes other Test Engineers, Test Technicians, and Metrology with goals of meeting safety and quality goals. This position is also a primary source of technical training to Test Technicians and peer Test Engineers.

Relocation assistance is available

Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Work flexibility to support varying work hours, including weekends, and holidays as required.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation hardware and ControlLogix
• Basic vibration analysis experience

Preferred Qualifications:
• Gas turbine performance testing
• Lean manufacturing
• 2 years experience working with rotating industrial machinery, i.e. reciprocating engines, turbine engines, compressors, pumps, etc.

• Understanding of thermodynamic combustion cycles
• Six Sigma training
• Customer service experience

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:
April 17, 2024 - April 30, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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