Senior Consulting Engineer Location:

San Diego, California Salary:

$159,120-$238,680 annually

Employment Type:

Full-Time Work Arrangement:

On-site / office space available in

San Diego Experience:

15+ years preferred

Education:

Bachelor's degree required

Travel:

Occasional Relocation Assistance:

Available Position Summary Our Client is seeking an experienced Senior Consulting Engineer to provide technical leadership across complex engineering design, product development, manufacturing, testing, and operational initiatives. This individual will lead cross-functional teams, provide expert engineering direction, and support the design and development of technologies, components, systems, products, and services from concept through production. The Senior Consulting Engineer will serve as a trusted technical advisor to leadership while helping establish engineering best practices, improve processes, develop technology roadmaps, and solve highly complex technical and operational challenges. The ideal candidate will bring deep engineering expertise, strong gas turbine design experience, technical leadership, project ownership, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. Key ResponsibilitiesEngineering Leadership & Design Lead the design and development of complex components, systems, technologies, and products. Provide technical leadership on new product and engineering initiatives. Lead cross-functional engineering teams through design, development, validation, and production. Take responsibility for design acceptance, manufacturing producibility, and product validation. Develop project scopes that address technical and business challenges. Translate functional requirements into detailed engineering and design documentation. Lead efforts to resolve complex manufacturing and operational issues. Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, testing, and operations teams. Product Design & Development Lead product and technology development from concept through production. Own or lead complex design and product-development projects. Establish product-development strategies and engineering processes. Evaluate and implement new technologies and tools. Develop engineering best practices for product design and development. Support new production and manufacturing methods. Evaluate future product and technology trends. Manufacturing & Operational Engineering Resolve complex manufacturing and producibility challenges. Evaluate designs for manufacturability and operational effectiveness. Improve reliability, efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness. Develop and implement engineering procedures and standard work. Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and quality enhancement. Product Testing & Validation Develop and lead product-testing and validation strategies. Select appropriate testing methodologies, tools, and scenarios. Oversee testing of complex products and systems. Improve manufacturing-test processes and efficiency. Develop testing standards, guidelines, and best practices. Evaluate new testing technologies and methodologies. Provide technical guidance related to testing cost, effectiveness, and risk. Technical Excellence Serve as a recognized technical expert within the organization. Provide solutions to highly complex technical challenges. Champion new technologies and engineering practices. Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies. Establish engineering standards and best practices. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to other engineers. Promote a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving Determine root causes of complex engineering and organizational problems. Develop and evaluate alternative technical solutions. Apply quantitative, statistical, and analytical techniques where appropriate. Use data and analytics to support strategic and tactical engineering decisions. Evaluate technical risk, cost, quality, and business impact. Provide evidence-based technical recommendations. Decision Making Analyze complex alternatives involving multiple stakeholders. Make informed technical decisions based on data, risk, and business needs. Communicate technical recommendations clearly. Coach others on sound decision-making practices. Identify critical risks and considerations during complex engineering situations. Balance technical requirements with operational and business objectives. Project Leadership Lead significant technical and engineering projects. Develop project plans, scopes, schedules, and resource requirements. Estimate project cost and completion timelines. Identify risks and create contingency plans. Conduct project reviews with teams, sponsors, and stakeholders. Maintain communication across all project participants. Establish monitoring, reporting, and control mechanisms. Ensure projects remain aligned with technical and business objectives. Technology Strategy & Process Improvement Develop and maintain technology roadmaps.

Identify opportunities for:

Greater efficiency Cost reduction Quality improvement Process optimization Technology advancement Recommend new technologies and engineering methods. Establish engineering procedures and standard work. Support long-term technical strategy. Technical Advising & Influence Serve as a trusted technical advisor to engineering teams and leadership. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Influence decisions through engineering expertise and supporting data. Provide objective technical recommendations. Challenge assumptions when appropriate. Help develop the technical capabilities of other engineers and team members. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in: Engineering Computer Science Materials Science Or a closely related technical discipline Approximately 15+ years of relevant engineering experience . Strong gas turbine design experience .

Experience serving as a:

Design Lead Technical Lead Project Lead Or similar technical leadership role Demonstrated ownership of complex design, product, or engineering projects. Experience leading complex component or system design. Strong product design and development experience. Experience taking products or components from concept through validation, testing, and production. Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams. Experience resolving manufacturing, producibility, or operational engineering issues. Strong project-management capabilities. Advanced analytical and critical-thinking skills. Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills. Ability to influence technical decisions without direct people-management authority. Ideal Candidate The strongest candidate will combine: Gas turbine design + technical leadership + design ownership + product development + manufacturing problem-solving + testing/validation + project leadership + cross-functional influence. This role does not require direct people-management experience, but the individual must be comfortable leading technical teams, mentoring others, owning complex engineering initiatives, and serving as a trusted technical resource. Additional Information Full-time position Full benefits package Relocation assistance available Occasional travel may be required No security clearance required

Pay:

$159,120.00 - $238,680.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you have direct gas turbine design experience? Have you served as a Design Lead, Technical Lead, Project Lead, or similar technical leader on an engineering project?

Explain:

Have you been the primary owner of a design, product, or engineering development project from concept through completion? Do you have 15 years of relevant engineering experience? Do you have experience leading the design and development of complex mechanical or engineered components or systems?

Explain:

Do you have experience taking a product, component, or engineered system from concept and design through validation, testing, and production? Have you led cross-functional engineering teams involving design, manufacturing, testing, and/or operations? Do you have experience resolving complex manufacturing, producibility, or operational engineering issues? Do you hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Materials Science, or a closely related technical discipline? Are you legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship?

Work Location:

In person