Gas Turbine Project Engineer

Job Title:

Gas Turbine Project Engineer

We are seeking a highly qualified Project Engineer with a strong background in power generation and expertise in gas turbines and combined-cycle plant operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, technical skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

• Lead and manage engineering projects related to power generation with a focus on gas turbines and combined-cycle plant operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards throughout all phases of project execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement engineering solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders.
• Conduct thorough evaluations and analyses to optimize project performance and efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, controls engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5+ years of engineering or field experience in power generation.
• Extensive knowledge of gas turbines and combined-cycle plant operations.
• Strong leadership and technical expertise.

• Experience in power plant design and engineering.
• Proficiency in mechanical and project engineering.
• Ability to work effectively in a small team and contribute to growth.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $85.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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