Electrical Engineer, Senior- Mechanical/Power Generation Focus

Gainesville Regional Utilities; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Gainesville Regional Utilities seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer, Senior to support Energy Supply operations with a strong emphasis on mechanical systems, power generation equipment, and capital project execution. The role requires independent engineering work, reliability focus, and coordination with cross-functional teams.

The candidate will monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot complex issues, develop repair strategies, and contribute to commissioning and project execution while

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution (Mechanical preferred)
• Minimum of six years of qualifying experience; co-op/intern time may count toward experience
• Florida Class E Driver's License, Florida Engineering Intern License, and FBPE license expected

Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering work applying advanced principles and regulatory requirements
• Support Energy Supply facilities, plant operations, and capital projects
• Monitor equipment performance and troubleshoot complex mechanical issues
• Develop repair strategies and coordinate maintenance planning and execution
• Coordinate work across multidisciplinary teams and contractors
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers and operations staff
• Lead or support equipment commissioning and project execution

Skills

Gas turbine maintenance

Steam turbine maintenance

Generator & exciter maintenance

Major plant equipment

Boiler maintenance

RCFA methodologies

Capital project management

Contractor coordination

Strong communication

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

Job description

Career Opportunities: Electrical Engineer, Senior- Mechanical/Power Generation Focus (802)

Application Deadline: Applications must be received by 11:59 pm EDT Thursday, October 22, 2026.

Posting Summary

Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer, Senior to support its Energy Supply operations, with a strong emphasis on mechanical systems, power generation equipment, maintenance engineering, reliability, and capital project execution. This position performs advanced, independent professional engineering work requiring the application of complex engineering principles, sound technical judgment, and knowledge of current industry practices and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will provide engineering expertise in support of Energy Supply facilities, plant operations, equipment reliability, maintenance programs, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities may include monitoring equipment performance, troubleshooting complex mechanical and operational issues, developing repair strategies, supporting maintenance planning and execution, participating in equipment commissioning, evaluating technical issues, developing engineering recommendations, and coordinating work across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred experience and knowledge includes:

• Gas turbine maintenance, including equipment monitoring, troubleshooting, repair planning and execution, and commissioning.
• Steam turbine maintenance, including equipment monitoring, troubleshooting, repair planning and execution, and commissioning.
• Generator and exciter maintenance.
• Specification, monitoring, troubleshooting, repair planning and execution, and commissioning of major plant equipment, including: high-energy pumps,compressors,gearboxes,hydraulic systems,heat exchangers,solid-fuel conveyor systems, and water treatment components.
• Boiler maintenance, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and repair planning and execution.
• Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) methodologies and application.
• Capital project management, including budgeting, design review, development of job specifications, bid evaluation, contractor selection, project execution, commissioning, and coordination of training as required.
• Experience coordinating and managing contractors and journey-level craft technicians.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to solicit input, build support, and effectively collaborate with employees and stakeholders at various levels of an organization.

This role is well suited for an experienced engineer who can independently manage complex technical assignments, support the reliability and performance of critical generating assets, and coordinate maintenance and capital improvement activities from initial evaluation through implementation and commissioning. The position may also provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers and serve as an engineering resource to plant operations, maintenance personnel, contractors, and other technical stakeholders.

The Electrical Engineer, Senior classification is the third in GRU’s three-level engineering career series and incorporates the competencies and responsibilities associated with the Engineer, Associate and Engineer classifications.

GRU may fill multiple positions from this posting. This position may also be underfilled at a lower engineering classification based on the selected candidate’s education, experience, and qualifications.

FLSA Exemption Status

Exempt

Summary

Advanced, independent professional and technical engineering work requiring knowledge and application of the latest advancements in the field and knowledge of regulatory environment, and is fully accountable for work product.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under general supervision receiving technical guidance on unusual and non-typical complex problems and supervisor approval on plan proposals. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its lack of managerial responsibility and by its emphasis on the application of advanced engineering skills, development, implementation, and interpretation of policies, and coordination of small engineering staff to a part of a major project, a total project of moderate scope, or controversial project affecting the effectiveness of the organization.

Note: Engineer, Senior classification is the third in a series of three Engineer Classifications of progressively more demanding job competencies and engineering duties. It should be understood that the job competencies, duties and requirements of the Engineer, Associate and Engineer are inherently included in this position.

Underfill Opportunity

This position is being recruited at the Electrical Engineer, Senior level, which requires a minimum of six (6) years of qualifying experience. However, based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate, the position may be underfilled at a lower classification.

Candidates who do not meet the minimum experience requirements for the Senior level are encouraged to apply and may be considered for:

Electrical Engineer, Associate – Generally 0–2 years of qualifying experience
Salary Range: $61,812 – $92,719
Electrical Engineer – Minimum of four (4) years of qualifying experience
Salary Range: $80,402 – $120,604

The classification and starting salary of the selected candidate will be determined based on education, relevant experience, qualifications, and applicable compensation guidelines.

Examples of Work

Essential Functions:

Depending on area of assignment:

• Performs work, which involves engineering practice, which may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, materials suitability, optimization of resources and design, and intricate coordination requirements.
• Work requires a broad knowledge in the specialty area and thorough knowledge of principles and practices of related specialties. May be responsible for development and implementation of project budgets.
• Ability to manage multiple projects or a major project often with unique or controversial issues, which have an important effect on major programs. Work may require oversight by management.
• Ability to write specifications with overall management direction.
• Designs, coordinates, evaluate, and supervise projects including planning, specifications, and construction monitoring.
• Cultivates and maintains effective business relationships with other engineering personnel, customers, contractors, suppliers, and representatives of regulatory agencies.
• Writes effective letters and complex reports.
• Develops and makes technical presentations.

Examples of Work (continued)

Non-Essential Functions:

Will be required to respond under emergency conditions.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

May act in absence of supervisor.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited educational institution, Mechanical Engineering is preferred

Expected to keep abreast of the latest Engineering advancements in field. Continuing education required to maintain currency in assigned engineering discipline, regulatory and other related knowledge.

Experience

Six (6) years of experience in the area of assigned engineering responsibility. Appropriate co-op or internship time and/or an advanced degree in engineering, business or other relevant courses (e.g. planning, public administration, etc.) of study may be recognized for up to one year of experience.

May require supervisory experience.

Adaptability, Flexibility, Fostering Innovation

Problem-solving, Analysis, & Reasoning

Certifications

Valid Florida Class E Driver's License required

Valid State of Florida Engineering Intern License

Valid Engineering License issued by Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Depending on area of assignment:

Computer Skills

Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent and possess a proficient knowledge of software utilized in the engineering discipline as required by the individual department. Proficiency in specialized software may be required.

Level of Professional and Industry Competency

Perform as a fully competent engineer in all conventional aspects of the subject matter or the functional area of the assignments. Plan and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Consult with supervisor concerning unusual problems and developments. Ability to develop, implement, and interpret policies and rules, as approved by higher-level management. Ability to apply complex and most current industry engineering practices and techniques to challenges typically encountered in the assigned area.

Decision Making / Level of Independence/ Direction received

Independently perform most assignments with instructions as to the general results expected. Technical guidance is not normally required except in unusual or highly complex problems. Managerial approval is typically required on proposed plans for projects. May have responsibility for a functional/technical area or multiple projects. May oversee projects involving outside engineering firms. Consult with management regarding sensitivity to political and strategic issues.

Complexity and Magnitude of Assignments

Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate major engineering projects. Perform work, which involves engineering practice, which may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, materials suitability, optimization of resources and design, and intricate coordination requirements. Perform assignments that require a broad knowledge in the specialty area and thorough knowledge of principles and practices of related specialties. Possibly assume responsibility for development and implementation of project budgets.

Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Write effective letters, reports responses to regulatory agencies with associated documentation and fill out forms. Speak effectively in one-on-one situations and to diverse groups. Prepare and deliver technical presentations appropriate to the targeted groups. Write specifications with overall management direction. Explain engineering studies and evaluations. Present complex technical material in an understandable manner. Keep abreast of latest engineering advancements in the field and distribute new information throughout organization to both lower and upper level personnel.

Continuing Education and Development

Keep abreast of latest engineering advancements in respective discipline; distribute new information throughout organization to both lower and upper level personnel. Participate in continuing education opportunities required to maintain currency in assigned engineering discipline, regulatory and other related knowledge. May include supervisor, leadership and management training.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (continued)

Relationship Building and Maintenance (Internal and External)

Has contact with other engineering personnel within the organization and with customers, contractors, suppliers, and other agencies requiring relationship building skills and persuasiveness. The incumbent may represent the City in external organizations, task forces, and committees as appropriate. The incumbent receives limited guidance by management in addressing customer requirements that involve negotiating skills and diplomacy. Ability to work effectively with elected officials, charter officers, department heads, and representatives of other agencies, other city employees, and the general public.

Supervision / Team Leadership / Project Direction

Provide guidance, assistance and/or interpretation to others. May provide supervision or coordination of work of one or more subordinate engineers, engineering technicians, and other support personnel who assist in specific discipline. Manage multiple projects or a major project often with unique or controversial issues, which have an important effect on major programs. Possibly receive oversight by management. Customarily assume responsibility for performance management when subordinates are assigned. May receive minor oversight by a more senior engineer / utility designer that is limited in form to concept review as opposed to task delineation and calculation checking.

Ability to guide and coach engineers / utility designers and other engineering personnel.

Engineering Data Collection and Economic & Statistical Analysis

Apply knowledge of engineering economic analysis to projects or system components. Review the economic analysis and engineering recommendations prepared by others. Determine appropriate data required as well as analyze and present complex data. Direct the data gathering tasks of Engineer / Utility Designer 1, 2 and 3.

Ability to perform involved mathematical and engineering computations.

Physical Requirements

Standing or Walking - Often

Lifting or Carrying>50 lbs. - Rarely/Never

Pushing or Pulling > 50 lbs. - Rarely/Never

Reaching Above Shoulder Level - Occasionally

Keyboarding - Often

Gross Manipulation - Occasionally

Fine Manipulation - Often

Foot or Leg Controls - Often

Driving - Often

Stooping, Kneeling, or Crawling - Occasionally

Climbing - Occasionally

Speaking - Often

Hearing - Often

Near Visual Acuity - Often

Far Vision Acuity - Often

Peripheral Vision - Often

Reaching Overhead-Rarely/Never

Required to work during emergency conditions.

Work requires performance of tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions.