Fleet Thermal Engineer

Alpha Generation LLC; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Generation LLC is seeking a Fleet Thermal Engineer in Middletown, Ohio to provide engineering support for thermal systems. This role focuses on boiler performance and high-energy piping reliability while collaborating with plant personnel. Candidates should have at least 7 years in the power generation industry and a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This position emphasizes continuous improvement and engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant engineering experience in the power generation industry.
• Proven experience with boilers, HRSGs, and steam cycle systems.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Fleet Boiler Program, ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Analyze plant data to identify performance trends and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

High Energy Piping reliability

Boiler performance analysis

Problem-solving

Collaboration with plant personnel

Data analysis for thermal performance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

AlphaGen is a leading power generation company focused on reliable, sustainable access to electricity across the United States. Our portfolio includes over 14,000 MW of power infrastructure and a commitment to innovation and safety.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Fleet Overall Program Lead, the Fleet Thermal Engineer provides fleet‑wide engineering support for thermal systems, with primary emphasis on boiler performance, high‑energy piping reliability, and steam cycle equipment. The role supports plant operations, maintenance, and outage planning by resolving thermal performance and equipment reliability issues and implementing engineering solutions that enhance efficiency and safe operation.

Role and Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Fleet Boiler Program, including inspection planning, performance monitoring, and tracking of boiler tube failures and corrective actions.
• Work with plant personnel to ensure the fleet boiler program and appropriate procedures are followed.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert for fleet Boilers, HRSGs, High Energy Piping systems, Condensers, Heat Exchangers, and related steam cycle equipment.
• Support Balance of Plant equipment beyond the boiler, assisting with performance assessment, troubleshooting, and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Investigate and support the resolution of boiler‑related operational challenges including tube leaks, fouling, overheating, and thermal stress conditions.
• Support inspection, reliability assessment, and life management of High Energy Piping (HEP) systems, including evaluation of creep damage, thermal fatigue, and stress‑related degradation mechanisms.
• Analyze plant operational data to identify thermal performance trends and recommend improvements to maintain efficiency and reliability of steam cycle equipment.
• Support root‑cause analysis (RCA) for thermal, steam cycle, condenser, cooling tower, ACC, and related BOP system events within the thermal discipline, and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Provide engineering support during planned and forced outages, including scope development, repair recommendations, and review of inspection findings.
• Review vendor reports, inspection data, and technical documentation to support equipment reliability and lifecycle management.
• Provide general engineering support for Balance of Plant (BOP) systems associated with the steam cycle, assisting with performance evaluations, troubleshooting, and reliability improvements.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and fleet engineering teams to implement engineering solutions and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Professional Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of relevant engineering experience in the power generation industry; 10+ years preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred; Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering acceptable with relevant thermal and steam cycle experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated experience with boilers or HRSGs, high energy piping, condenser performance, steam cycle systems, outage support, and reliability improvement programs in utility or comparable industrial environments.
• Self‑starter and motivated individual who takes initiative and demonstrates full ownership of activities required to fulfill the role.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across fleet sites.
• Ability to work collaboratively with plant personnel, engineering, and operations leadership to find practical solutions to problems encountered.

AlphaGen is an equal opportunity employer.