Steam Turbine Construction Engineer

Summary

Siemens Energy is an energy technology company focused on reliable, sustainable power generation and decarbonization. The Steam Turbine Construction Engineer will install, commission, and support the handover of new steam turbine units across North America, coordinating field construction activities, resolving technical issues, and maintaining safety, quality, schedule, and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute the mechanical and electrical construction of large steam turbines and associated auxiliary systems at new unit sites in accordance with engineering specifications
• Perform precision alignment, installation verification, and pre-commissioning testing to ensure system integrity and readiness for operation
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues during installation by applying sound engineering judgment and practical field experience
• Ensure all construction activities meet company, customer, and industry safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Collaborate effectively with project managers, customers, and subcontractors to support schedules, workflows, and site coordination
• Prepare and maintain accurate daily work logs, technical reports, and issue-tracking documentation to support project transparency and control
• Communicate technical status, risks, and solutions clearly to internal teams and customer representatives
• Support commissioning, start-up, and project handover activities to ensure successful project completion
• Frequently lift and carry materials weighing 30–50 pounds
• Continuously reach above shoulder level, in front, and to the sides
• Frequently hold, grasp, and manipulate objects using hands for extended periods (up to 10–12 hours)
• Frequently bend, crouch, kneel, climb, and crawl as required by job duties
• Tolerate exposure to rigorous environmental conditions, including hot, cold, and varying weather conditions
• Ability to hear and effectively communicate in noisy environments while maintaining focus and clarity of thought

Skills

• Equivalent relevant military or construction experience can be considered
• 3 or more years of experience in a field service role involving the installation, commissioning, or maintenance of rotating equipment, preferably steam turbines
• Excellent technical communication (verbal /written) skills
• Proficient Microsoft Office computer skills
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers
• Frequently lift and carry materials weighing 30–50 pounds
• Continuously reach above shoulder level, in front, and to the sides
• Frequently hold, grasp, and manipulate objects using hands for extended periods (up to 10–12 hours)
• Frequently bend, crouch, kneel, climb, and crawl as required by job duties
• Tolerate exposure to rigorous environmental conditions, including hot, cold, and varying weather conditions
• Ability to hear and effectively communicate in noisy environments while maintaining focus and clarity of thought
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Equivalent relevant military or construction experience can be considered
• 3 or more years of experience in a field service role involving the installation, commissioning, or maintenance of rotating equipment, preferably steam turbines
• Excellent technical communication (verbal /written) skills
• Proficient Microsoft Office computer skills
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers
• Frequently lift and carry materials weighing 30–50 pounds
• Continuously reach above shoulder level, in front, and to the sides
• Frequently hold, grasp, and manipulate objects using hands for extended periods (up to 10–12 hours)
• Frequently bend, crouch, kneel, climb, and crawl as required by job duties
• Tolerate exposure to rigorous environmental conditions, including hot, cold, and varying weather conditions
• Ability to hear and effectively communicate in noisy environments while maintaining focus and clarity of thought

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred

Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave