Job Description Summary

Systems engineering in Gas Turbine NPI is a cross-functional discipline focused on pioneering breakthrough technologies from concept to commercialization. It drives a rigorous mindset and process that balances cutting-edge technical innovation with market and customer demands. By executing robust trade studies, requirements definition, and architecture selection, the team ensures the seamless integration of next-generation power generation technologies.

This role shapes technical priorities, directly influences NPI program execution and ways of working, and leverages high operational judgment to maximize the quality, efficiency, and speed of revolutionary turbine designs.

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Pioneering Advanced Control Solutions: Identify, develop, evaluate, and introduce breakthrough control system technologies for next-generation gas turbines. Apply advanced control theory, mathematical modeling, and dynamic simulation to architect systems that deliver superior operability, cycle optimization, and transient response.

• Full-Lifecycle Systems Integration: Own the end-to-end integration of control logic, embedded software, sensors, hardware algorithms, and feedback loops across devices, subsystems, and the complete turbine plant—driving concepts seamlessly from NPI inception through production and field operation.

• Technical Leadership & Innovation: Serve as a subject matter expert and best-practice resource, staying at the forefront of industry advancements in turbine controls. Influence technology strategy and ensure robust execution within your area of responsibility.

• Market-Aware Decision Making: Leverage a deep understanding of industry best practices, competitive landscapes, and market differentiators to guide engineering decisions. Utilize data-driven analysis and technical expertise to solve complex, novel challenges and propose fresh perspectives on legacy solutions.

• Collaboration & Influence: Act as a mentor and resource for junior engineers. Lead moderate-risk NPI sub-projects, building cross-functional consensus, communicating complex technical concepts clearly, and actively influencing stakeholders to advance breakthrough initiatives.

 

Required Qualifications

• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires significant experience in the Engineering/Technology & Controls Engineering. Knowledge level is comparable to a Master's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
• Minimum 10+ years of Field of Experience in Design Engineering (preferably NPI); Domain Expertise: Gas Turbine Technology MarkVie and Toolbox ST experience is required .

Desired Characteristics

• • Innovation Mindset: A passion for developing disruptive, clean, and high-efficiency power generation technologies; comfortable navigating ambiguity and pioneering unproven design spaces.

• • Agility & Resilience: Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to evolving NPI project requirements, pivot design strategies when faced with complex technical hurdles, and maintain momentum under aggressive timelines.

• • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to bridge software, hardware, systems, and product management teams to ensure cohesive hardware-software co-design.

• • Program & Project Ownership: Proven capability to independently document, plan, market, and execute technical programs with established project management rigor.

• • Communication & Persuasion: Exceptional oral and written communication skills; able to translate intricate control algorithms and system behaviors into actionable insights for leadership, customers, and multidisciplinary teams.
    

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