Co-Generation Engineer II - Power Plant Operator Lead

University of Massachusetts Medical School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Chan Medical School is seeking a Maintenance Co-Generation Engineer II to supervise the operation of the 13,000-volt main circuit breakers and the production of steam, electricity, and chilled water. You will lead a team across 12-hour shifts to meet load demands and coordinate with facilities operations.

The role requires strong knowledge of power plant systems, turbines, boilers, generators, safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Requires MA Second Class Engineers License or higher.
• 2–4 years experience in modern power plant, operating turbine generators, or steam driven chiller experience.
• Knowledge of safety practices around 13,800 volts and rotating equipment.
• Experience with large condensing steam turbine-driven equipment and associated auxiliaries.

Responsibilities

• Supervises operation of watch for steam, electric power, and refrigeration production.
• Coordinates power switchovers with utility / grid when needed.
• Operates heat recovery steam generator, and boilers with supervision of auxiliary equipment.
• Oversees turbine generators, condensers, pumps, and related auxiliaries; logs observations.
• Monitors power demand, load response, power factor, frequency, and voltage adjustments.
• Performs preventive maintenance and basic repairs; supports maintenance trades as required.

Skills

Power plant operation

Turbine/Generator operation

Safety compliance

Rotating shifts

Electrical systems

Education

Massachusetts Second Class Engineers License or higher

Job description

UMass Chan Medical School is seeking a Maintenance Co-Generation Engineer II to supervise the operation of the 13,000-volt main circuit breakers and the production of steam, electricity, and chilled water. You will lead a team across 12-hour shifts to meet load demands and coordinate with facilities operations.

The role requires strong knowledge of power plant systems, turbines, boilers, generators, safety and reliability.