Mechanical Startup Lead

@ PROENERGY

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform that focuses on fast-start, dispatchable power. With services spanning turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance, PROENERGY supports both energy security and renewable growth.

Our Footprint

We have permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our Missouri headquarters in Sedalia sits on 90 acres with over 600,000 sq. ft of capacity, featuring the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility globally. Our Houston office in Texas is strategically located near our dispatchable power installations.

Our Philosophy

PROENERGY cares about our people and aims to make a positive global impact. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. We encourage candidates with specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills to apply.

Position Summary

The Mechanical Startup Lead is responsible for managing mechanical activities on site during the Startup & Commissioning of LM6000 gas turbines. This includes reviewing engineering documents, troubleshooting plant systems, planning and directing resources, and ensuring safe and effective startup, commissioning, and performance testing.

Position Responsibilities

• Review plant engineering documents and P&IDs.
• Perform start-up testing and troubleshooting on LM6000 gas turbines.
• Attend daily startup meetings and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Direct mechanical techs and crafts during startup activities.
• Develop startup procedures, schedules, and documentation.
• Maintain startup packages and controlled drawings.
• Oversee third party testing and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Procure and maintain spare parts and consumables.
• Provide scheduling and status reports to the Startup Manager.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering with 5 years of experience OR 8 years without a formal degree.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in startup mechanical work on LM6000 gas turbines.
• Hands-on experience with LM6000 package equipment and rigging turbines.
• Experience in borescope inspection on aeroderivative units.
• Strong analytic, problem solving, computer, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work long hours, in extreme weather, and to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Fluency in English and U.S. work authorization required.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Equal Opportunity

PROENERGY is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics.

Key skills/competency

• LM6000
• Startup
• Commissioning
• Turbines
• Mechanical
• Troubleshooting
• Engineering
• P&ID
• Safety
• Project Management