Plant Engineer

This Engineer reports to the Reliability and Performance Manager and is responsible for a variety of engineering duties at the Power Plant. The individual will be required to work in both team and individual atmospheres to aid in the operation, maintenance, and improvement of the plant. Existing engineering knowledge and experience will be built upon to support diverse assignments.

• Complete rotation with operations, maintenance, and material handling to gain familiarity with the plant equipment, processes, procedures and personnel.
• Work with individuals throughout the organization to identify and resolve abnormal equipment conditions.
• Provide technical guidance to Operations and Maintenance on processes, procedures, repairs and projects.
• Assist in the development of projects and evaluation of proposals for material supply and installation.
• Assist and lead project execution.
• Aid in the execution of projects to maintain budget and schedule compliance.
• Coordinate contractors in the execution of testing and maintenance.
• Work with Reliability and Performance team to implement applicable PdM technologies that detect onset of undesired conditions.

• Root Cause Analysis - Participate in / lead investigations to identify causal factors and implement corrective actions.
• Asset
  360 Issue evaluation - Monitor identified reliability and performance issues; work with station and B&V personnel to determine cause and resolution.
• Support outages - Participate in the planning and execution of outages to ensure scope, schedule, and budget are maintained.

• Comply with the obligations of all permits including Federal, State, and Local regulations.
• Gain familiarity with applicable engineering standards.
• Maintain backlog of assigned Work Orders.
• In collaboration with all plant departments, continually work toward process and procedure improvement.
• Participate in Management of Change suggestions and improvements as assigned.
• Ensure work activities comply with all applicable OSHA safety regulations and policies.
• Research and develop alternative methods and technologies for monitoring and maintaining equipment.
• Create Work Orders and Purchase Requisition s as applicable.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.
• Use and maintain technical and professional knowledge, share that knowledge with others, and recognize/ apply new technology in a cost-effective manner.
• Obtain and apply knowledge of competitive business practices in daily work activities and decision making.
• Desire to learn, attend training, and develop professionally.
• Anticipate and accept changes in the organization and adapt to meet the new requirements.
• Willing to accept accountability for own decisions, performance, and behavior.

• A Bachelor of Science degree in applicable engineering field is required.
• Ability to interpret drawings, schematics, and trends.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Project Management experience is beneficial.
• Experience in the following software applications beneficial: OSIsoft PI, AutoCAD, Intertek AWARE, Maximo, Emerson Ovation, Tap Root.
• Strong fundamental understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mechanical systems.
• Extensive experience in the use of personal computers and numerous software applications such as Excel, Word, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, etc.
• Ability to productively work independently and as an overall integral team member.
• Must have strong communication both written and verbal skills and the ability to effectively organize and facilitate process teams to implement facility improvements.