This position is responsible for supporting plant maintenance and operations as subject matter expert for Heat Rate Performance.  Work will primarily be related to mechanical equipment, valves & piping, boilers, heat exchangers, and condensers. Candidate will take the lead on all equipment issue that may negatively affect units heat rate performance. Must be comfortable working in a Plant/industrial environment and capable of working proficiently both as part of a team and independently.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other technical degree is required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional and/or internship experience preferred.
• Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering degree strongly preferred. 
• Power or industrial plant operations/maintenance experience, or specific maintenance experience is strongly desired.
• Possess a basic mechanical aptitude and have a good understanding of power plant systems
• Experience with mechanical drawings including P&ID’s, piping, vessel and general arrangement drawings.
• Working knowledge of common MS office applications.

The following skills are strongly preferred:

• General working knowledge of process equipment including boilers, piping, valves (manual/control/relief), pumps, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, fans.
• Understanding of condition-based maintenance technologies preferred

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Subject matter expert for Operations heat rate performance
• Facilitation of operating unit’s boiler tuning. 
• Generation and review of technical specifications including equipment/material specifications.
• Evaluation of proposals for mechanical or electrical equipment.
• Excellent computer skills and effective written and verbal communication skills is a must
• Ability to appropriately prioritize, plan and manage multiple work activities simultaneously is required.
• Proficiency in problem solving, analytical, and interpersonal / communications skills.                                  
• Make sound independent decisions with minimal information and consultation with management.
• Communicate with other groups and departments to achieve successful unit performance 
• Assist in the checkout, testing and startup of systems when necessary. 
• Must be available to work nights, weekends and/or holidays as needed. 
• Must be able to be on-call for the plant for specified rotation frequencies, each occurrence being a week in length

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimal travel required. 

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Commitment to Our Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity and Superior Performance
• Safety focus and a strong personal safety record

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Some relocation assistance is available if the selected candidate currently resides outside the area
• Please submit an updated resume with your application.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which include: 
  • Medical and dental coverage
  • Defined Benefit Pension plan
  • Performance-sharing plan
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match
  • Bonus opportunities