Mechanical Engineer - Gas Turbines Package

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.

Due to our continuous expansion, we are looking for a

Mechanical Engineer for Gas Turbine Package

The mechanical engineer for Gas Turbine Package i s accountable for all mechanical an d process engineering aspects of Gas Turbine Package equipment .

In particular he/she

• is r esponsibl e for the mechanical design of Gas T urbine Package (including auxiliary systems, such as lubrication oil system, gas supply system, instruments air system, filter structure, starting motor and gearbox, pumps and valves) ;
• c o-operate with mechanical designers, electrical engineers and project managers to engineer a complete package for power generation;
• o versee the work of the draftsman and work in a team within the department group to prepare gas turbine drawings ( plant layouts /mechanical interface drawings/foundation loads drawings , process flow diagrams and P&ID’s )
• c ooperate with Supply Chain department, suppliers, workshop and customers ( when required ) during project execution to provide support on any technical issue
• c reate bill of material (BOM) for pr oduction and generate purchase orders
• I ssue purchase specification for project specific components (Oil cooler, enclosure fans, gas line components, Fire detection and extinguishing system, filter structure ancillary etc )
• s upports the sales organization during negotiation phase;
• p erforms technical analysis of the signed contracts, to identify and mitigate technical and commercial ri sks;
• a ssists the Project Manager during project execution
• m anages the project document list for the Gas Turbine package scope
• c ollects supplier documentation and issues the customer documentation for the Gas Turbine package scope
• i nterfaces with local Notified Bodies ( i. e.TüV )
• s upports the field activities with technical consultation during installation and commissioning of the plant
• i nteracts with PG Project Managers, PG Project Engineers, Supply Chain, external suppliers, our final customers, company internal experts and site installation and commissioning people

In addition the mechanical engineer for Gas Turbine package shall be capable to

• work as a lead engineer (i.e. lead complex p rojects) and coordinate other project engineering disciplines
• explore 3 rd party engineering contractors
• write technical specifications to subcontract detailed engineering
• validate offers and negotiate with 3 rd party engineering contractors
• follow up the detailed engineering executed by 3rd party engineering contractors

Requirements

• Education in mechanical and/or process engineering
• 5 to 8 years’ experience, ideally Power G eneration 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 benefit . German or another language like Spanish and French will be a plus
• Able to work at ease in multi-cultural and interdisciplinary environment
• Strong sense of responsibility, flexibility , as well as g ood interpersonal skills. Self-starter, operates with minimal instruction
• Strong organization al and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Travel time: 2 0 %

The following skills shall be considered as a “plus”

• Knowledge of Windchill
• 2D /3D Drafting c apabilities ( Autocad and CREO/SolidWorks )
• Knowledge of PDM (Product Data Management) and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems
• Knowledge of American and European Norms related to Gas Turbine Package
• Knowledge of EU Directives and basic of CE marking requirements for Machinery Directives, ATEX, PED;
• Knowledge of Business Compliance
• Site experience (with refere nce to installation of steel structures, plant components, instrumentation, piping, cabling, commissioning activities, e xecution of performance tests in power plants, …) ;
• Previous experience in the execution of 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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