2nd Shift Test Technician - Jport

Job description

3339446
Additional Cities

Houston
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Power
Business Segment

Power Power Services
Function

Manufacturing
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Texas
Postal Code

77015-6594
Role Summary/Purpose

The 2nd Shift Test Technician - Jport will perform engine installation into cell, assuring completeness and correctness of test instrumentation and support equipment, and perform component replacements as needed
Essential Responsibilities

As the 2nd Shift Test Technician - Jport you will:

·  Be capable of performing any or all of the duties of a Turbine Technician B
·  Perform Testing & associated troubleshooting of Aero-derivative Gas Turbines during test
·  Use Woodward/GE control system and software monitoring tools effectively for preparing, running and associated troubleshooting of engines / packages during test, meeting GE quality and delivery standards
·  Perform complete mechanical and operational acceptance test on all engine / package models

·  Adjust engine controls, such as mapping for emissions, and equipment as needed, to accomplish successful testing
·  Use appropriate calculators to estimate performance, thrust balance orifice sizes etc. to determine if engine meets test acceptance criteria
·  Accurately understand and interpret test data to accept or reject engines and packages based on test requirements
·  Perform engine and package problem diagnosis and take corrective action on engines, packages, or components causing test failures
·  Complete necessary forms and log sheets, as assigned, neatly, accurately, and legibly
·  Operate and maintain package support systems and equipment such as load banks, starter skids, gas compressors and emissions monitoring system
·  Perform special tests and related duties as assigned
·  Follow all facility quality and control procedures
·  Work individually and in teams to support continuous improvement projects and Lean action work-outs
·  Work with other technicians to ensure customer requirements and timelines are met
·  Work required hours as requested to meet production and customer needs

Qualifications/Requirements

·  High School Diploma or Equivalent
·  Minimum 1 year experience with GE Aero Energy LM gas turbines and equipment including but not limited to Service Bulletins, Standard Practices and GEK  procedures.
·  Minimum 1 year experience working with electrical and/or instrumentation and control systems relating to Gas Turbine Engines
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

·  Ability and willingness to lift 40lbs. 

·  Ability and willingness to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
·  Basic computer skills to work on internal computer systems such as SFM (shop floor management) and NCR (non-conformance report) systems

Desired Characteristics

·  In-depth knowledge of GE Aeroderivative engine and module components, assembly, test and quality methods
·  A&P License
·  Controls experience using Woodward/GE controls. Understanding software logic and applications
·  Experience with LM2500/LM6000/LMS100
·  Intermediate-level usage of computers, working with gas compressors, load banks, borescope
·  Basic knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical principals applying to Gas Turbines
·  Ability to understand and follow work scope instructions
·  Must have thorough knowledge of FOD/DOD prevention and control
·  Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
·  Must be able to read and communicate in the English language
·  Hand and power tools, torque multipliers, dial indicators, micrometers, scales and other precision instrumentation, transducers
·  Hot and cold engine parts, instrument lines
·  Engine test skids, engine stands, engine cans, pallets
·  Overhead cranes and install crane-rigging systems, as well as, operate industrial forklifts, bobcat, ladders, man-lifts, self-powered lifting equipment,  pallet jack, and any other material handling equipment
·  Digital multimeter, megger, pressure/temp calibrators and other instrument calibrators used for calibration and troubleshooting
·  Conform to all safety and quality requirements and compliance with current policies
·  Perform all duties as part of a team and serve as change agent to help improve on current processes
·  Maintain facilities, materials, and work areas orderly by exercising good housekeeping practice
·  The employee is expected to be at their assigned workstation ready to work at their assigned starting time

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Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

Texas
Primary City

Houston