Lead Engineer – ST Accessories (Steam Systems)

Job Description SummaryLead Engineer – ST Accessories (Steam Systems) will be responsible to develop design packages that relates to new unit steam accessories systems. They shall have full ownership to develop innovative solutions that helps to define necessary on Steam Turbine accessories systems such as, LP steam admission, Steam seal/drain/HP exhaust, Vacuum breaker, Forced air cooling, Dehumidification system etc. The individual will execute projects of varying complexity both in Inquiry to Order (ITO) & Order to Remittance (OTR) stages. They shall also provide necessary outage support & work on ER/NCR cases with support from experts within the team. Along with strong technical skills, ability to work with cross functional teams to execute large & complex projects is a must for this role.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Execute projects with full ownership & responsibility for technical design & engineering activities i.e. prepare design concepts, perform basic system design and equipment engineering for ST accessories steam systems such as LP/IP steam admission, Steam seal/drain/HP exhaust, Vacuum breaker, Forced air cooling, Dehumidification system etc for HDNU projects of varying complexity with minimal support from Technical Leads (TL),
Developing detailed system & hardware design with schematics, device lists (i.e. pipe, valve, instrument, load list & signal exchange list), process design and interface document, component specifications & detailed drawings, engineering calculations & analyses to size system components (such as pipe sizing and pipe design pressures and temperatures determination, simulation of steam seal system etc.) of various ST products such as D650, A650, A200, D600, & D200 steam turbines for combined cycle power plants globally across various heavy duty new unit projects scopes i.e. EO, EEP, TKP & TKSI.
Ensure that the design is per applicable rules, regulations codes and standards, respective GE design practice / work instruction, contractual requirement and per good engineering practices especially about environmental aspects and health and safety of site personal, operators, maintenance personnel and third parties,
Responsible for developing innovative engineering solutions for ST accessories systems meeting all customer CTQs and GE’s design guidelines.
Independently handling customer comments, suppliers, site issues and design reviews (internal and external)
Taking responsibility of third party engineers (contractor resource) for checking and ensuring SQDC KPI’s and their meeting the requirements as per priorities and targets defined
Preparation of GBOM and catalogues and their implementation
Preparation of Design Practice and updating design standards and Max case Schematics and Standard Outline drawings
Preparation and compliance to Standard work, standard check-list preparation and updation for customer and manufacturing drawings and vendor documents.
Ensure a coordinated approach in all areas with the other engineering disciplines such as Customer Application, Project Engineering, Product Definition, Sourcing, ST flange to flange, Requisition teams and key stakeholders such as customers, suppliers, site personals etc.,
Participate in risk review meetings and help develop mitigation plans during the OTR phase.
Executing design and requisition projects as per customer, compliance & site-specific requirements.
Execute all the deliverables for internal & external customers with strict adherence to project schedule
Preparing instrument, load, signal change list for various instrumentation.
Developing and designing products such Gland steam condenser, steam valves, strainer, blowers, heat exchangers, seal steam heater, HP exhaust system etc. with strict adherence to GE & international standards such as TEMA, PED, ASME etc.
Perform engineering calculations & analyses to size system components (such as Valves, Motors, Blowers etc.)
Preparation of ordering/functional specifications with strict adherence to project requirements
Technical evaluation of vendor bids as well evaluating & resolving deviation to standards specifications
Conducting supplier design reviews, reviewing general arrangement & other vendors documentation and ensuring compliance with GE & Customer requirements/ expectations
Work closely with internal & external customers for any system design related issue resolution.
Part of this role will also require to work directly with site to resolve any plant installation and operation related issues to timely achieve commercial operation date.
Execute system systematic process improvements such as standardization, reducing vendor dependencies, specification updates to avoid recurring issues, cost reduction etc.
Develop cost out and CTO/P2V opportunities to improve the competitiveness of GE’s product offerings.
Provide field support during installation for & address issues routed to engineering via ER cases & other means with the help of support from TLs and other experts within the team
Handling of Supplier deviation requests, Site engineering issues resolution (ER), corrective actions CA
Document management in GTCC-PLM
Champion LEAN principles and embrace LEAN by continuously challenging and improving internal process..
Required Qualifications
Mechanical/Thermal engineering degree OR masters from well recognized university
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in gas based combined cycle OR steam power plants
Design know-how of Steam Turbine accessories systems such as Steam seal system, Drains, Strainers, Control and Stop valves, Vacuum system, Desurperheating system, Exhaust spray system etc.
Knowledge of plant operability and heat balance for combined cycle plant
Know and apply design methods, rules and tools to specify the systems/ components
Specific Knowledge about the relevant codes and standards like ANSI, ASME, ISO, API, HIS, NFPA, HEI, PTC etc.
Knowledge of Interfaces specially on controls systems & electrical interfaces
Good knowledge of engineering, design and project management tools and methods e.g. GTCC-PLM, AVEVA, Confluence etc.
Naturally good at collaboration across the teams to achieve broader objective for the business with strong sense of operational rigor & urgency.
Desired Characteristics
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Readiness to travel for workshop inspections
Ability to learn and to understand quickly
Problem analysis and resolution skills
“Customer Focus” and “Total Cost Focus” minded
Steadiness in performance, ability to stand up well under stress, self-motivation, openness to innovations, flexibility
Ability to foresee situations and adapt accordingly
Able to identify solutions to problems and implement them
Positive thinking with proactive approach
Promotes/influences innovative processes, general technical knowledge
Attitude and talent to negotiate and make presentations
Passion for problem solving & continuous improvement
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes