Gas-Fired Power Project Engineer

Tenaska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition assistance

Paid vacations and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Tenaska is seeking a qualified engineer to support all technical aspects of electric power generation project development, focusing on natural gas–fueled plants from concept through design and construction. The role will involve evaluating configurations, performance estimates, and site screening.

The position offers collaboration with lead engineers, management, and external stakeholders, including partners and lenders, with exposure to CO2 capture and CCS initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 2–5 years of experience in energy sector engineering design, technology, and/or operations.
• Prior experience with combustion turbine project design, permitting, and/or construction.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate facility configurations and layout options to optimize project performance.
• Support technology assessments and contribute to project design basis development.
• Assist with conceptual design of power generation projects.
• Monitor technology developments from equipment suppliers to inform project decisions.
• Prepare performance estimates, including project capacity, efficiency, heat balances, and water usage.
• Conduct project site identification, screening, and due diligence activities.
• Develop and analyze project schedules.
• Oversee preparation of technical specifications and coordinate bid processes for major equipment, engineering design, and construction services.
• Support development of capital and operating cost estimates.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, summaries, and documentation.
• Maintain organized, project-specific technical deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proactive problem solver

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Project

Thermoflow

GIS

Job description

Tenaska is seeking a qualified engineer to support all technical aspects of electric power generation project development, focusing on natural gas–fueled plants from concept through design and construction. The role will involve evaluating configurations, performance estimates, and site screening.

The position offers collaboration with lead engineers, management, and external stakeholders, including partners and lenders, with exposure to CO2 capture and CCS initiatives.