Generation Control Room Operator

Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Control Room Operator, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a power facility. This role involves overseeing plant processes, conducting safety analyses, and guiding junior operators. You will be part of a diverse team committed to innovation and sustainability in energy production. With opportunities for career growth and a focus on employee well-being, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the energy sector while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Career growth and development opportunities

Company paid health and wellness benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays

401K savings plan with company match

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a power plant or related field.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the facility during shifts.
• Oversee training and qualification of junior operators.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Written Business Correspondence

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

A.A./A.A.S in Power Plant Technology

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Plant Distributive Control System (DCS)

Job description

The Control Room Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all areas of the facility while adhering to company policies and procedures, applicable state and federal guidelines and other regulatory requirements. Ensures equipment is operated to within allowable parameters to meet required production requirements of the facility. Provides guidance as required to others to assist in resolving complex operational issues and to ensure personnel are properly trained and qualified for their positions. Responsible for conducting Job Safety Brief/Analysis GSB/JSA and issuing proper permits to maintenance personnel for maintenance activities being performed. Directs routine and preventative maintenance when plant conditions allow. Assists maintenance personnel in shutdown-related maintenance and repairs.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Perform plant start-ups, shut downs, and monitors the operation and performance of the facility while on shift: takes appropriate action when necessary to ensure compliance of safety, efficiency, environmental and administrative guidelines.
• Oversees a shift consisting of two additional operators and conduct training and qualification sign offs for those junior operators.
• Understands and adheres to all plant safety guidelines and procedures. Strives to maintain an injury-free environment. Actively participates in Plant Safety Committee meetings.
• Oversees and operates the plant processes and electrical distribution systems through plant distributive control system (DCS) and other process control devices.
• Participates in daily maintenance requirements, plant configuration changes and ensures production levels are met. Review all daily log sheets and permits to ensure adherence to known parameters and compliance to company guidelines and policies: recommends corrective actions for items that are not operating within known parameters or guidelines.
• Identifies problems with plant equipment and clearly communicates the conditions associated with these problems to the Shift Supervisor: ensures problems are properly documented into the plant's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Develops reviews and maintains procedures, P&IDs and electrical Schematics.

What You Bring

• Preferred Education: A.A./A.A.S in power plant technology or closely related field. Required Education: High School Diploma (or equivalent). Required Experience: 2+ years.
• Basic computer skills with the proven ability to learn new software programs.
• Must possess outstanding leadership characteristics. Including interpersonal communication and written business correspondence skills.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Valid driver's license.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Gas Services

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards

Career growth and development opportunities

Company paid Health and wellness benefits

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

401K savings plan with company match up to 6% of employee contribution!

Family building benefits!

Parental leave

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