Engineer - Clearances Mechanical Component

Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:Quest Global is seeking is seeking an Engineer specializing in Combustion Mechanical Components . This role is crucial for delivering business-critical upgrade projects worldwide. As part of the team, the selected candidate will have the following responsibilities: Quest Global is seeking an Engineer - Clearances Mechanical Component role: Perform and lead Gas Turbine flange-to-flange clearance design and analysis.Collaborate with Operability, Heat Transfer, Aero, and Structural Components on Configuration Modification and Upgrade (CM&U) mechanical designs, schedules, and engineering deliverables.Resolve critical Gas Turbine F2F Clearances design issues.Contribute to variable-cost productivity initiatives.Collaborate with sourcing, repair-shops, and field teams for custom hardware creativity and imagination to develop GT F2F mechanical system solutions.Interact with top minds to advance cutting-edge gas turbine technology and contribute to global electrification and decarbonization efforts. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of gas turbine engines while making a positive impact on the environmentRoles and ResponsibilitiesFlange-to-Flange Clearance Analysis and Technical Reviews :Collaborate with cross-functional and system teams for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, field/shop-related matters, and assigned Configuration Modification and Upgrade (CM&U) sound engineering principles and adhere to business standards, practices, and procedures. System-Level Analysis :Conduct system-level analysis of gas turbines to determine radial and axial clearances for critical rotating components.Optimize interfaces between rotating and stationary seals for optimal gas turbine operation. Hardware Configuration Evaluation :Perform detailed reviews to evaluate current and proposed GT F2F hardware configuration and design for required GT performance improvements to meet project-specific guarantees and customer Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) requirements. Clearance Limits and Tolerance Stack ups :Demonstrate a good understanding of clearance limits and tolerance stackups for compressor and turbine hardware.Enhance unit durability and operability. PLM Deliverables and Dispositions :Provide Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) deliverables, including creating Unit Clearance Diagrams, for heavy-duty service upgrade projects. Project Support and Technical Assistance :Own and support project ASAP workflows and Equipment Data Record Management (EDRM) calls.Provide technical support for complex field issues routed to engineering via Event Reports (ER), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Non-Conformance Reports (NCR), or Safety cases. TAG Collaboration and AO Hardware Definition :Support or co-own Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs) related to Gas Turbine F2F Clearance Aftermarket Original (AO) Hardware for different CM&U scope impacting F2F hardware and related clearances. Cross-Functional Collaboration :Proactively collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Heat Transfer (HT), Aero, Manufacturing (MFG), Repair, Product Development Engineering (PDE), Services, and System teams.Optimize system-level performance. Review Rigor and Attention to Detail :Work with Title Leaders (TL), controlled title holders, and Chief Engineers (CE) thorough reviews and attention to detail. Performance Improvement Opportunities :Identify opportunities to improve clearances for enhanced performance and reliability. Effective Communication :Provide recommendations to both internal and external customers through proper engineering analysis and presentation of technical data. Business Priorities (SQDC) :Align with overall business priorities: Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. Rapid Learning and Decision-Making :Quickly learn new technical domains and apply learnings to active projects, making informed decisions based on new knowledge. Hardware Understanding :Demonstrate a good understanding of clearance limits and tolerance stackups for compressor and turbine hardware.Enhance the durability and operability of the gas turbine unit. Effective Communication Skills :Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.Customize presentations and convey technical content appropriately based on the occasion, audience, and leadership level. Required QualificationsEducation :B. Eng /B. Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related Engineering discipline from an accredited college or university. Experience :At least 10+ years of experience in the following fields: Gas turbine designFinite Element (FE) analysisGeometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)Stack-up calculationsEngineering drawingsRelevant tools Design Philosophy Understanding :Good understanding of the design evolution of Gas Turbine clearance analysis and design philosophy, particularly as it applies to different upgrade projects. ​Desired characteristics:Educational Qualification :A Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering , Aerospace Engineering , or a closely related engineering discipline is desired. Technical Expertise :ANSYS Finite Element Analysis : Proficiency in conducting finite element analysis using ANSYS software.Experience with both 2D and 3D structural and/or heat transfer analysis.Unigraphics Modeling : Competence in creating 3D models and assemblies using Unigraphics (now known as Siemens NX ).