Our firm is supporting a confidential client in the power generation sector seeking a Tuning Engineer – Combustion & Controls. This role provides fleet‑wide technical support for combustion tuning, emissions compliance, operability, and stability, with a strong emphasis on Dry Low NOx (DLN) systems.
The role blends combustion and thermo‑fluids expertise with controls knowledge to support commissioning, post‑outage recommissioning, online troubleshooting, and long‑term fleet performance improvement.
United States — primary work in Texas, with periodic travel and remote support for other assets.
- Provide DLN combustion tuning support to ensure emissions compliance, stability, and operability
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Support commissioning and post‑major‑outage recommissioning including first fire, loading, and stabilization
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Troubleshoot combustion dynamics, emissions drift, instability events, and mode transfer issues
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Analyze operating data and trends to diagnose combustion and operability problems
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Execute tuning adjustments within approved limits to optimize emissions and stability margins
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Evaluate fuel/air perturbation responses and interactions with combustion support systems
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Develop and maintain tuning procedures, acceptance criteria, and troubleshooting guides
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Support auto‑tuning tools and platforms, including validation of tuning recommendations
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Collaborate with Controls, Field Service, Operations, and Engineering teams to deliver safe and reliable outcomes
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Contribute to fleet monitoring and diagnostics efforts by defining indicators, thresholds, and lessons learned
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline
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5+ years of experience in gas turbine combustion, DLN tuning, or combustion subject‑matter expertise
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Strong understanding of combustion dynamics, emissions controls, and operability across the load range
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Working knowledge of process controls and combustion support systems
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Experience supporting commissioning and post‑outage recommissioning activities
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Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into practical field guidance
