Plant Engineer

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The Power Plant Engineer provides technical support for power generation operations & maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, reliable and environmentally compliant plant performance. This position focuses on evaluating system performance, supporting maintenance planning, analyzing operational data, leading major maintenance & Capex projects, and assisting with environmental and regulatory compliance.

Management

• Support and reinforce plant safety and environmental compliance programs.
• Assist with maintaining regulatory compliance by supporting audits and environmental assessments.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, specifications, drawings and maintenance plans.
• Coordinate activities with Vendors/Contractors, other divisions, and departments.
• Follow NRG procedures to ensure completion of quality work in a timely manner.
• Participate in capital and O&M budget development for process equipment reliability.
• Champion the Change Management program.
• Track service bulletins for turbines/generators and assess implementation and compliance strategy.
• Work effectively in a team environment as a leader, member and/or facilitator.

Engineering & Maintenance

• Conduct or support with inspections, testing and condition assessments of power generation systems (turbines, generators, boilers), auxiliary components and facilities.
• Support with troubleshooting & perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and implement corrective strategies.
• Evaluate component condition and repair options on a regular basis.
• Perform field inspections and takes field measurements.
• Performs engineering calculations.
• Recognize problems and proactively resolve them by identifying and implementing new or existing technology.
• Revise and create prints and drawings.
• Write or assist in the preparation of Technical Specification documents.

Operations Reliability

• Identify Critical equipment and devise maintenance strategies to maintain highest equipment reliability.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and recommend system improvements or upgrades.
• Identify & implement asset condition monitoring techniques to ensure reliable operation of assets.

Projects

• Develop job scope and conduct job walks with contractors for bids and job execution.
• Support outage planning & scheduling including development of inspection schedules and technical evaluations.
• Develop quality work plans when required.
• Supervise contractors & Inspect completed work or work in progress to assure job quality.

Working Conditions

• Office and outdoor power plant work environment, High/low ambient temperatures, and high humidity, may require working at heights
• May require some travel, requires operation of a motor vehicle and a valid driver's license, requires wearing personal protective safety equipment while in the plants,
• Overtime or non-standard hours may be required.
• Reports to Maintenance Manager and does not have direct reports.
  

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of power plant operation and systems.
• 4+ years of engineering experience in a power generation environment (gas or steam turbines).
• Experience with outage inspections, project implementation, and documentation development.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, ERP/CMMS, and plant data historian systems (e.g., PI).
• Ability to learn new software and applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed.

• Professional Engineer (PE) Certification
• Experience in combined cycle power plant.
• Experience in vibration analysis, balancing of rotating equipment, and metallurgy.
• Familiarity with turbine control systems (GE, Siemens, ABB/Alstom).
• Proficient with SAP S4/HANA
• Hands on with MS Project or Primavera
• Hands on with CAD software
• Project management certification
• Maintenance & Reliability certifications

Please Note: The salary range for this role is $77,600-$139,680. Pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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