Test Cell Engineer

Job description

3320797
Additional Cities

Houston
Career Level

Entry-Level
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Power
Business Segment

Power Power Services
Function

Services
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Texas
Postal Code

77015-6594
Role Summary/Purpose

Accelerate your career as a Test Cell Engineer for the fast-growing Aero Energy Products and Services business. This position offers those with a strong technical background in Gas turbine operations and controls, a chance to enhance your skills, while working with the Service Center team to deliver thoroughly tested LM2500 and LM6000 engines to our broad customer base.

Essential Responsibilities

As a Test Cell Engineer you will:

·  Provide Technical leadership, support 100+ engine tests through the Houston Service Center – Provide troubleshooting support to Test Operators/Technicians (Mechanical, Electrical, Performance etc.) + Customer test witness support (physical and remote)
·  Support, maintain all Test Cell Systems (such as Emissions monitoring, Load Banks, Gas Compressors, Generator + Supporting equipment etc.) to ensure maximum uptime possible
·  Make business critical decisions such as workscope creation, serviceability etc. in a timely manner, pulling in the right resources as needed.
·  Provide Systems integration, programming and wiring design for control systems
·  Support overtime and additional shift coverage, Special Tests and Upgrades as needed
·  Maintain Woodward control systems and programs - GE PLC’s, IFIX and Cimplicity HMI’s  
·  Create and maintain Virtual environments
·  Maintain networking equipment to include cabling, switches, and routers

Qualifications/Requirements

·  Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls, I.T. or minimum 4 years relevant work experience with gas turbine engines and controls
·  Minimum 1 years work experience in electrical/mechanical controls and troubleshooting Aero-derivative Gas Turbines /Aircraft engines in a test or powerplant environment

Desired Characteristics

·  In-depth knowledge of Aeroderivative engine components, controls, assembly, test and quality methods
·  Strong knowledge networking, and virtualization
·  Strong knowledge of Woodward GAP
·  Knowledge of DLE combustor mapping
·  Knowledge of LM2500 and LM6000 trim balancing
·  Knowledge of data acquisition programs such as System 1, ASE2000, and Historian
·  Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
·  Demonstrated leadership ability and strong interpersonal skills
·  Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Team player and self-starter

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About Us

GE Power is a world leader in power generation with deep domain expertise that helps customers deliver electricity from a wide spectrum of fuel sources. We are transforming the electricity industry with the digital power plant, the world’s largest & most efficient gas turbine, full balance of plant solutions and our data-leveraging software. Our innovative technologies and digital offerings help make power and water more affordable, reliable, accessible and sustainable.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

Texas
Primary City

Houston