Mechanical Reliability Engineer

Junior Mechanical Engineer

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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

The pay range for this position is $38.50 - $43.50/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job…