Solar Turbines

Mechanical Engineer - Gas Turbines Package

Solar Turbines  •  Prague, CZ (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Career Area:

Engineering

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.

Due to our continuous expansion, we are looking for a:
Mechanical Engineer for Gas Turbine Package

The mechanical engineer for Gas Turbine Packageis accountable for all mechanical and process engineering aspects ofGas Turbine Package equipment

In particular he/she

  • is responsible for the mechanical design of Gas TurbinePackage(including auxiliary systems, such as lubrication oil system, gas supply system, instruments air system, filter structure, starting motor and gearbox, pumps and valves);

  • co-operate with mechanical designers, electrical engineers and project managers to engineer a complete package for power generation;

  • oversee the work of the draftsman and work in a team within the department group to prepare gas turbine drawings(plant layoutsmechanical interface drawings/foundation loads drawings, process flow diagrams and P&ID’s)

  • cooperatewith Supply Chain department, suppliers, workshop and customers (when required) during project execution to providesupport on any technical issue

  • create bill of material (BOM) for production and generate purchaseorders

  • Issue purchase specification for project specific components (Oil cooler, enclosure fans, gas line components, Fire detection and extinguishing system, filter structure ancillaryetc)

  • supports the salesorganizationduring negotiation phase;

  • performs technical analysis of the signed contracts,to identify and mitigate technical and commercial risks;

  • assists the Project Managerduring project execution

  • manages the project document list for theGas Turbinepackagescope

  • collects supplier documentation and issues the customer documentation for theGas Turbine packagescope

  • interfaces with local Notified Bodies(i.e.TüV)

  • supports the field activities with technical consultation during installation and commissioning of the plant

  • interacts with PG Project Managers, PG Project Engineers, Supply Chain, external suppliers, our final customers, company internal experts and site installation and commissioning people

Inadditionthe mechanicalengineer for Gas Turbine packageshall be capableto

  • work as a lead engineer(i.e. leadcomplex projects) and coordinateother project engineering disciplines

  • explore 3rdparty engineering contractors

  • write technical specifications to subcontract detailed engineering

  • validate offers andnegotiate with3rdparty engineering contractors

  • follow up the detailed engineering executed by 3rd party engineering contractors

Requirements:

  • Education in mechanical and/or process engineering

  • 5 to8years’ experience, ideallyPower Generation projects execution with focus on Gas Turbine either with OEM or EPC;

  • Expertise in mechanical and structural analysis, thermodynamics, fluid-dynamics

  • Good knowledge of the engineering instruments used in the field of thermal power generation engineering (P&ID's, thermodynamic cycles, heat and mass balances preparation,etc.)

  • General knowledge of the control principle of a Gas Turbine package

  • Participation in HAZOP studies and technical risk analysis

  • Multidisciplinary approach keeping on schedule the activities of the various disciplines

  • Fluency in English, Italian language is a benefitGermanor another language like Spanish and French will be a plus

  • Able to work at ease in multi-cultural and interdisciplinaryenvironment

  • Strong sense of responsibility, flexibility, as well as good interpersonal skills. Self-starter, operates with minimal instruction

  • Strong organizationaland communication skills (written and verbal)

  • Travel time: 20%

The following skills shall be considered as a “plus”:

  • Knowledge of Windchill

  • 2D3DDrafting capabilities (Autocadand CREO/SolidWorks)

  • Knowledge ofPDM(Product Data Management)and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems

  • Knowledge ofAmerican and European Norms related toGas Turbine Package

  • Knowledge of EU Directives andbasic ofCE marking requirements for Machinery Directives, ATEX, PED;

  • Knowledge ofBusiness Compliance

  • Site experience (with reference to installation of steel structures, plant components,instrumentation,piping, cabling,commissioning activities, execution of performance tests inpower plants, …);

  • Previous experience in theexecutionof thermal power generation plants, preferably combined cycle and cogeneration power plants.

  • Preparation of technical specifications (HRSG’s, gas and air compressors, gas and steam reduction stations, steam turbines, cooling towers, chillers …)

What is Solar Turbines offering to you?

  • Excellent professional growth and career opportunities in an international environment of a worldwide leader in a very exciting and growing sector of industry

  • Fair and friendly atmosphere

  • Corporate bonus paid once a year

  • 5 weeks holiday

  • Meal allowance

  • Cafeteria system 15000 points per year

  • Multisport card

  • Excellent coffee for free

  • Pension or life insurance up to 24 000 CZ/per year

  • Language trainings provided by company

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This position requires a 5-days in the office schedule.

Any offer of employment may be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background screening.

Base Minimum Pay:

Kč1,162,644.00

Please note that salary is only one component of the total compensation and benefit package available at Caterpillar.

Posting Dates:

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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About Solar Turbines

Headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, Solar Turbines Incorporated, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial gas turbines, with more than 16,000 units and over 3 billion operating hours in over 100 countries. Products from Solar Turbines play an important role in the development of oil, natural gas and power generation projects around the world. Solar Turbines’ products include gas turbine engines (rated from 1,590 to 52,500 horsepower), gas compressors, and gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical-drive packages and generator sets (ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts). Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products.

Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines, founded in 1927, is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 8,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.

Industry
Oil, Gas & Mining
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
San Diego, CA
Year Founded
1927
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