Staff Engineer – Power Generation (Turbines)

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As a Staff Engineer – Power Generation (Turbines) , you will serve as a senior technical authority in rotating equipment, driving strategy, performance optimization, and reliability across critical power generation assets. This role is designed for a recognized expert who thrives on solving complex challenges, influencing engineering direction, and advancing best-in-class turbine and generator practices.

You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, partnering with leadership and cross-functional teams to shape long-term engineering standards, improve system performance, and ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead complex engineering initiatives including design, construction, upgrades, performance testing, and root cause analysis

Serve as SME for gas turbines, reciprocating engines, rotating equipment, and generator systems (5MW+) , including controls technology

Perform advanced technical analysis across multi-OEM equipment , including vibration, transient loading, protection systems, and overall equipment health

Drive reliability, performance optimization, and lifecycle improvements across power generation assets

Lead t echnical and economic evaluations and influence project scope, design, and business outcomes

Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and best practices with a focus on safety, compliance, and consistency

Interpret complex technical data and provide clear, actionable insights to leadership; deliver presentations that influence strategy and decisions

Identify industry, business, and regulatory trends ; implement process, system, and technology improvements

Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute high-impact projects efficiently and safely

Drive innovation and continuous improvement across engineering practices, technologies, and services

Education / Experience

Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering field from an ABET accredited college or university and (15) fifteen years engineering experience

Required: Minimum 15+ years of experience in power generation, energy, or related industry

Required; Deep expertise in rotating equipment and generator systems

Preferred: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited college or university

Preferred: PE License

Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)

Experience leading large-scale projects or programs

Core Capabilities

Advanced knowledge of gas turbines, reciprocating engines, and generator controls

Strong expertise in equipment diagnostics and reliability (vibration, transient response, protection systems)

Proven ability to influence technical decisions and advise leadership

Ability to operate independently while providing technical leadership and mentorship

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Here’s a look at what that means:

• •Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
• •Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions
• •Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
• •401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
• •Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
• •Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
• •Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
• •Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
• •Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
• •HSA and FSA options
• •Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• •Employee stock purchase plan
• •Domestic partner benefits
• •Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.

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