Steam Turbine Blader
9 days ago
Houston
Job Description Houston, TX: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) – Steam Turbine Blader Full-time, Direct-Hire Opportunity FTS is seeking a highly skilled Steam Turbine Blader responsible for inspection, repair, fabrication, and installation of turbine blades and associated components within steam turbines and other rotating equipment. This role primarily operates in a shop environment, with occasional field support, focusing on precision and safety to ensure turbine structural integrity, balance, and aerodynamic performance. Essential Duties: * Conduct thorough pre- and post-de-blade inspections, assessing blade condition, wear, cracks, and potential damage; accurately document inspection findings. * Remove and install turbine blades in rotors, stators, and reversing rings following OEM specifications, blading charts, and approved work instructions. * Perform weight-matching, dimensional verification, and quality control inspections to ensure blades meet design tolerances and balance requirements. * Fabricate and peen shrouds to OEM and industry specifications, ensuring structural integrity, proper fit, and fatigue resistance. * Operate manual and CNC machines, including lathes, mills, surface grinders, arbor presses, and rolling machines, to support precise blade repair and fabrication. * Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and blading charts. * Use precision measuring instruments (OD/ID micrometers, calipers, depth gauges) to verify critical dimensions during blade installation and repair. * Perform fit-up troubleshooting, deburring, blending, and polishing of blades and shrouds to achieve optimal aerodynamic and mechanical performance. * Maintain accurate documentation, including travelers, inspection reports, and quality control records, in compliance with ASME, ISO, and RMS standards. * Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE, and ensure adherence to shop and industry safety standards. * Collaborate with machinists, welders, engineers, and quality personnel to ensure projects are completed efficiently, safely, and on schedule. * Assist other departments as needed during phase 1 & 2 inspections, rotor maintenance, and overall turbine overhaul processes. Requirements/Skills: * Minimum of 5 years of experience in turbine blade repair, assembly, and installation. * Strong understanding of turbine geometry, metallurgy, mechanical systems, and rotor dynamics. * Proficiency with manual and CNC machining, including mills, grinders, presses, and rolling machines. * Skilled in the safe and effective use of hand and power tools for precision repair and installation tasks. * Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. * High School Diploma or equivalent required. * Authorized to work in the United States. Physical Requirements: * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. * Frequent standing, bending, walking, climbing, and repetitive use of hands for assembly and tooling. * Comfortable working in a shop environment with moving machinery, moderate noise, and exposure to metal particles. * Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with flexibility for overtime, evenings, and weekends as project needs require. * Must read, write, and communicate effectively in English. * Must pass pre-employment screenings, including drug/alcohol testing and background checks as required. Company DescriptionFlexicrew Technical Services (FTS) was founded in 2015 to meet the growing demand for technical and professional talent. We are a WBENC Certified executive and technical search firm providing custom-tailored staffing solutions and talent acquisition to the Gulf South Region and nationwide.Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) was founded in 2015 to meet the growing demand for technical and professional talent. We are a WBENC Certified executive and technical search firm providing custom-tailored staffing solutions and talent acquisition to the Gulf South Region and nationwide.