Auxiliary Systems Engineer

Houston, TX

Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Function: Engineering Job ID:: 137910 Pay Range: $120,000-170,000 / year

Job Description


Auxiliary Systems Engineer
Houston, TX or Sedalia, MO | Relocation Available

We are seeking a Gas Turbine Auxiliary Systems Engineer to support the design, analysis, and development of auxiliary systems for gas turbine power generation equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working across engineering, manufacturing, production, and field service teams while supporting innovative power generation projects.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and develop gas turbine auxiliary systems including fuel gas, lube oil, hydraulic, cooling, ventilation, fire protection, and instrumentation systems
• Create and maintain engineering documentation including P&IDs, BOMs, technical specifications, calculations, and assembly instructions
• Perform component sizing, pressure drop calculations, valve sizing, and system performance analysis
• Support manufacturing and production teams through design reviews, redlines, troubleshooting, and engineering guidance
• Assist with root cause analysis, non-conformance investigations, and corrective actions
• Partner with procurement and suppliers to support component selection and technical evaluations
• Support project execution, installation, commissioning, and field service activities as needed

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of engineering experience within power generation, industrial equipment, rotating equipment, or gas turbine environments
• Experience designing auxiliary systems such as fuel gas, lubrication, hydraulic, ventilation, cooling, or instrumentation systems
• Strong experience with P&ID development, component sizing, and engineering calculations
• Knowledge of valves, pumps, filtration systems, instrumentation, and fluid systems
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with LM2500 and/or LM6000 gas turbines
• OEM turbine experience (GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi, etc.)
• FEA or stress analysis experience
• PE license
• Familiarity with CSA, CE, and international engineering standards
• Experience with Inventor, Windchill, SolidWorks PDM, ANSYS, Bluebeam, or similar engineering tools

Additional Information:
• Houston, TX or Sedalia, MO
• Relocation assistance available
• Hybrid flexibility may be considered for the right candidate
• Up to 20% annual bonus potential
• Less than 10% travel
• Two-week training period required in Sedalia, MO

If you have experience designing auxiliary systems for gas turbines, rotating equipment, or industrial power systems, we'd love to connect.
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Meet The Recruiter

Allison Bradley
IT/Engineering Direct-Hire Recruiter

As a recruiter, I focus on sourcing talented individuals for a wide range of positions, from entry-level graduates to executives, emphasizing IT and engineering roles.

I have a particular passion for recruiting across all industries and am always eager to connect with individuals or companies who require hiring support or possess relevant skills in these fields. If this sounds like you, I would be thrilled to hear from you and discuss how we can work together.

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