About this opportunity
IS International lists this Senior Project Engineer - Gas Turbine opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Role Overview
The GT Senior Project Engineer leads the engineering and design team, assuming overall
responsibility for successful technical project execution. The GT Senior Project Engineer
acts as a liaison between the engineering team, project management and the customer
with the responsibility for integrating the various engineering, scheduling, and purchasing
aspect of the project in accordance with contract obligations. Familiarity with gas turbine
and gas turbine auxiliaries design and construction are required (mechanical, electrical,
and I&C). Familiarity with Steam turbine, Generator, and BOP design and construction is
desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrates our core competencies: Action oriented, change champion,
customer-focused, developing self & others, and ownership
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for EPC partners, Owner’s
Engineers, and Customers, interpreting and integrating design requirements from
customers or parent company in accordance with contract specifications.
Lead planning, setup, and monitoring of project engineering systems, including
kick‑offs, MDLs, DORs, contract deviation lists, and inter‑discipline workflows;
coordinate engineering activities and resolve cross‑disciplinary issues.
Translate contract requirements and scope of work into actionable engineering
deliverables for discipline teams, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations.
Monitor engineering schedules, budgets, and estimates through project
completion, including periodic reviews, two‑week look‑ahead planning,
expediting activities, escalation of action items, and preparation of technical
delivery status reports.
Support Project Managers and Lead Project Engineers in tracking and assessing
design changes, engineering change notices (ECNs), and contract deviations,
including impact evaluation.
Coordinate regularly with international affiliated companies to support successful
engineering execution and project delivery.
Review and comment on project documents and drawings to ensure compliance
with contractual document flow and technical requirements.
Support equipment specification, bid evaluation, vendor selection, and capacity
assessments for MPWA‑sourced equipment on Gas Turbine and Combined Cycle
projects.
Maintain working knowledge of applicable engineering codes and standards for
combustion turbines and auxiliary systems, including ASME, ANSI, AWS, API,
ASTM, NFPA, and NEC.
Collaborate with Global Sourcing, Quality Assurance, and Project Management to
coordinate vendors and subcontractors throughout execution.
Support Application Engineering in reviewing and evaluating customer
specifications in coordination with the parent company, as required.
Track and resolve open technical and contractual items through project
completion and into the warranty period, ensuring closure of outstanding issues.
Demonstrate strong multitasking and multidisciplinary communication skills
across engineering, sourcing, and project teams.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Master’s degree in Engineering preferred.
10–20 years of directly related technical experience in engineering or power project execution.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
Experience with SP3D and other 3D design tools such as SmartPlant or PDMS.
Knowledge of ISO procedures and OSHA safety requirements.
International business experience, including collaboration with global teams.
Proficiency with project management and office tools, including MS Project,
Excel, Word, Outlook, Visio, and technical diagrams/flowcharts.
Strong technical interpretation skills, with the ability to analyze complex instructions presented in mathematical or diagrammatic form and manage both abstract and practical variables.
Japanese and/or Spanish language fluency is a plus.
Willingness to travel to customer offices and construction sites as required.
Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Committed to quality products and services.
Great working environment and culture.
Employee Appreciation Programs and Event.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.