Gas Turbine Test Technician

Headquartered in San Diego, California, U.S.A., Solar Turbines Incorporated, a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is a leading manufacturer of industrial gas turbines with more than 11,800 units with over one billion operating hours in some 93 countries. Solar Turbines’ products include gas turbine engines (rated from 1590 to 30,000 horsepower), gas compressors, and gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical-drive packages and generator sets (ranging from 1 to 23 megawatts). As the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Solar has a global network of offices and facilities to support customers with a variety of service products and programs as well as an experienced technical support team. We currently have an opening for an Gas Turbine Test Technician in Desoto, Texas.

 

Perform routine Quality Testing of Gas Producers, Power Turbines, and Reduction Gearboxes to ensure conformance to Solar and/or customer specifications.  Duties will include:  installation, testing, troubleshooting (including performance and vibration data analysis), minor rework, and removal of units under test; documentation of test results; assisting Test and Product Engineering in the resolution of test discrepancies; performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance (including troubleshooting) of test facilities and “slave” test equipment to ensure data accuracy while minimizing test cell downtime; and assisting calibration technician during periodic cell calibration.

 

Qualifications:

Familiar with operating principles of gas turbine engines and mechanical and/or electronic equipment required.

Must possess a strong mechanical aptitude.

Minimum 2 years of demonstrated gas turbine or rotating equipment experience (previous “test” experience desirable) highly desired.

Must be able to work the required rotating shift schedule (3 months on 1st shift, then 3 month on 2nd shift, and so on).

Minimum of 5 years experience operating shop equipment, bench tools, hand tools, and inspection and test equipment (micrometers and multimeters) is preferred.

A&P license preferred.

Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.

Ability to resolve complex problems and make sound decisions.

Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed to meet production and team goals.

Willing to take initiative to improve quality, reduce turn times, and minimize cost.

Ability to work independently and contribute to the overall success of the Test Cell Team.

Must be able to communicate effectively within a cross-functional environment.

Must possess demonstrated computer skills (especially in Microsoft Excel and Word).

Must be available to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.

 

Successful candidate will initially work rotating shifts under the general direction of the Unit and/or Team Leader.

 

Local candidates preferred.

 

Solar Turbines offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vacation, 401k, pension, incentive bonus, tuition reimbursement and more. 

 

Solar Turbines is an equal opportunity employer.

Solar Turbines conducts drug screens and background checks.


Please visit our website www.solarturbines.com for more information about our company.

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