Senior Thermal Performance Engineer

At Associated Electric Cooperative, we are committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. Our tight‑knit team covers technical, operational, and professional disciplines and values excellence and growth.

• Lead fleet‑wide unit performance testing initiatives, including heat rate, capacity, and system optimization studies.
• Provide advanced analysis of thermal performance KPIs and present actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Identify, scope, and manage complex heat rate improvement projects from feasibility analysis through execution and post‑implementation validation.
• Serve as a technical advisor to operations, maintenance, and instrumentation teams to resolve complex performance challenges.
• Develop long‑range performance improvement strategies aligned with asset management and capital planning objectives.
• Oversee engineering scopes, budgets, schedules, and third‑party engineering resources to ensure successful project delivery.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or physical science, or comparable experience.
• Ideally five years of related experience in power generation or industrial systems; at least two years required.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics and plant operations.
• Experience with data analysis, technical reporting, and performance testing.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work across teams.
• Preferred Engineer in Training certification.
• Experience supporting coal or gas generation assets.
• Project management experience in an industrial or utility setting.
• Familiarity with regulatory performance reporting requirements.

• Competitive total compensation package reflecting experience and contributions.
• Robust 401(k) program with generous employer match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health care plan covering medical, dental, and vision for employee and family from the first day of employment.

We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions. Plan for your future with confidence!

AECI is fully committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations. AECI is an equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran.