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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.\nJob Summary:\nSolar Turbines Inc. has an opportunity within the Custom Solutions Engineering group for a motivated, creative, high performing Mechanical Engineer to join an elite team and work in a fast-paced project execution environment. \nJob Accountabilities:\nThe successful candidate will be responsible for creating the Creo design of the turbo machinery package systems and components in accordance with the project ACS (Application Check Sheet) definition. This includes fuel, lube, start and other sub-systems that support the package. In addition, design of custom piping, hoses and bracketry will also be a deliverable of this role. The role has accountability for the content, accuracy, and timeliness of the Mechanical Interface Drawing (MID) and overall mechanical definition provided to production and our customers.\nThe candidate may also be responsible for the creation of bills of materials and drawings to support production. They will provide a high level of support, coordination, and communication to other design and support organizations. This may involve coordination with purchasing and suppliers to specify custom components and assist in the resolution of technical issues from the field. Support of inter-departmental and corporate process improvement initiatives such as Lean is also expected.\nThis position requires excellent organization and time management abilities, effective problem solving and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment. The engineer will apply analysis techniques to design structures, piping systems, and other package components and should have a basic understanding of structural analysis, system design, and turbine applications and installation.\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor of Science in Engineering, or equivalent experience\nMinimum GPA of 2.8\nTop Candidates Have:\nExperience with Gas Turbine Systems and their operation\nKnowledge of Linked / Configurable Data\nExperience with Creo Parametric and Windchill\nAbility to work in a fast paced, team environment, capable of handling multiple projects with competing priorities, while meeting project deadlines and commitments\nSummary Pay Range:\n$72,360.00 - $108,540.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-relatedknowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. 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