Engineer (Varies)

Tampa Electric Company; Mulberry (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Medical and dental coverage

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

On-site fitness centers

Bonus plan

Job summary

Tampa Electric Company in Florida seeks an Engineer I level to Senior engineer with power plant or heavy industrial experience. You will provide engineering and technical support to improve reliability and reduce costs at the Polk Power Station.

The role involves leading root cause investigations, developing long-range improvement plans, and mentoring plant personnel; occasional rotation to other company locations; requires PE license not mandatory but preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering from an accredited college.
• 18 months of work experience in power plant engineering or 12 months with FE is required.
• Preferred: PE License.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for assigned systems and equipment by evaluating performance, troubleshooting issues, leading root cause investigations, and implementing solutions that improve reliability, availability, and cost effectiveness.
• Manage equipment reliability and asset health by maintaining equipment assessments, engineering records, testing and inspection programs, and supporting asset management and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Lead and support capital and O&M projects by developing long-range improvement plans, reviewing designs and specifications, and ensuring safe, cost-effective, and high-quality project execution.
• Develop, maintain, and improve engineering standards, technical specifications, drawings, documentation, and compliance programs for assigned plant systems and equipment.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and training to plant personnel and contractors while supporting continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and professional development initiatives.

Skills

Power plant design knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Title: Engineer (Varies)

Company: Tampa Electric Company

State and City: Florida- Mulberry

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

POSITION CONCEPT:

This position is for an Engineer I level to Senior engineer with power plant experience and/or heavy industrial experience. This position serves as a technical employee in plant engineering, construction, operation and maintenance. The individual provides engineering and technical support to improve the reliability and availability of the generating units while reducing overall costs in the assigned systems and equipment. In this position, the engineer reports to the Maintenance Manager at Polk Power Station. This position shall serve as a focal point for specific engineering skills and be able to analyze and resolve complex issues. This position should be involved in industry seminars/workshops to continue their technical expertise and develop new ways of treating both old and new problems. On a periodic basis, the assigned responsibilities will change/rotate within the Polk facility or to another company location to support personal development and broader company bench strength. This position will be required to support the other plant engineers and their assigned areas of responsibilities.

*Engineer Classification is multi-level, based on the qualifications guidelines as outlined in the Company's Engineer Career Path, Administrative Policy 2.13. A minimum classification of an Engineer Assoc is required in this position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide engineering support for assigned systems and equipment by evaluating performance, troubleshooting issues, leading root cause investigations, and implementing solutions that improve reliability, availability, and cost effectiveness.
• Manage equipment reliability and asset health by maintaining equipment assessments, engineering records, testing and inspection programs, and supporting asset management and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Lead and support capital and O&M projects by developing long-range improvement plans, reviewing designs and specifications, and ensuring safe, cost-effective, and high-quality project execution.
• Develop, maintain, and improve engineering standards, technical specifications, drawings, documentation, and compliance programs for assigned plant systems and equipment.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and training to plant personnel and contractors while supporting continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and professional development initiatives.

EDUCATION:

Required: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering degree from an accredited college.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Preferred: PE License.

EXPERIENCE:

Required: Minimum of 18 months of work experience related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position in the area of power plant engineering or 12 months with FE.

Preferred: Minimum of 3 years of work experience performing the Duties & Responsibilities of this position in power plant engineering.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Required:The position requires a working knowledge of power plant design. Knowledge of basic plant processes and chemical reactions is required. A strong attention to detail, good planning skills, good written/verbal communication skills, the ability to work in a team environment and a heightened awareness for safety is required. Must be able to pass a pulmonary function and negative pressure respirator fit test. Must be able to use personal protective equipment (PPE) on-the-job.

WORK CONDITIONS:

Respond to plant needs with 24/7 coverage

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to work in dusty, hot and noisy environments

Must be able to work from elevated platforms

Must be able to ascend and descend from ladders and stairs

COMPETENCIES:

• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• Develops People and Teams
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment

The successful applicant will be required to take and pass a Baseline Medical Examination as part of the pre-employment screening once an offer has been accepted. A pre-employment drug screening, as well as a background check (including education, employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.

For jobs with physical required, list the physical that applies in the posting

Must successfully complete the following physical worker medical exam: (list one)

Physical Worker Medical Exam

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TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.