Mechanical Reliability Engineer

Job Title:

Junior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will play a key role in supporting repair and quality activities for gas turbine components within a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on analyzing and resolving repair non-conformance notifications, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, quality, and efficiency. The engineer will contribute to long-term product demand and have opportunities for professional growth and direct employment.

Responsibilities

+ Analyze and resolve Repair Non-Conformance Notifications (NCNs) in a timely and high-quality manner.

+ Support the service center's quality initiatives and ensure adherence to quality control standards.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Design, Supply Chain, and Advanced Manufacturing and Repair Technology, to address repair and process issues.

+ Recommend updates to Repair Engineering Instruction (REI) requirements for gas turbine components to improve repair processes and standards.

+ Manage repair qualifications for the service center, ensuring compliance with requirements and robust quality control.

+ Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations to identify and address quality and process issues.

+ Engage in Kaizen and other continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and maintain high engineering standards.

+ Assist in maintaining and updating engineering processes, standard operating procedures, and documentation related to repair and manufacturing.

+ Apply mechanical engineering principles to support gas turbine design, repair, manufacturing, and services.

+ Interpret and use mechanical and electrical drawings to support repair, qualification, and process development activities.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Electrical, Computer Science, or related field) from an accredited university.

+ Foundation in mechanical engineering principles and practices.

+ Experience or relevant project-based learning in gas turbine design, repair, manufacturing, or services.

+ Knowledge of quality control practices and standard operating procedures in a manufacturing environment.

+ Ability to conduct root cause failure analysis and participate in structured RCA investigations.

+ Experience working with non-conformance reports and related documentation.

+ Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.

+ Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and customers.

+ Self-motivated, open-minded approach with the ability to challenge existing thinking and take smart, calculated risks.

+ Demonstrated continuous improvement (Lean) mindset and familiarity with Kaizen initiatives.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Academic or internship supporting gas turbine design, repair, manufacturing, or services.

+ Academic or hands-on experience in process development such as fixture development, machining (mills/EDMs), laser applications (cladding/ablation), joining/brazing, coating, or inspection technologies.

+ Understanding of advanced manufacturing and repair technologies for gas turbine components.

+ Ability to contribute to the development and refinement of repair engineering instructions and qualifications.

+ Strong communication skills to support an inclusive and collaborative team environment.

+ Empowered mindset to dream big, innovate, and drive improvements in processes and quality.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing environment working with world-class equipment, tools, and resources dedicated to gas turbine repair and related processes. The engineer will collaborate with a broader, inclusive team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The position offers access to paid time off, vacation, and benefits, as well as the opportunity for long-term, direct employment supported by a strong demand for products.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Greenville, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.50 - $43.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend…