Mechanical Engineer, Power Plant Development & EPC

AES Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Indiana is advancing multiple generation projects, including a ~650 MW CCGT with a strong potential second unit. The Pre-NTP Mechanical Engineer will manage mechanical design development, from feasibility to EPC contract execution, collaborating with the Generation Development Team and Owner’s Engineers.

The role emphasizes safety leadership, technical rigor in equipment reviews, and interfaces with electrical systems.

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent degree in mechanical engineering or other relevant technical area required.
• 5 to 10 years experience in technical design (with operational experience is preferred) including the design of large CCGT and other generation projects.
• Ideal candidate has construction and commissioning experience for conventional generation (fossil fuel) projects.
• Experience in reading and understanding project schedules and project schedule principles
• Minimum of 5 years’ electrical design and/or construction experience
• Demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in applicable electrical codes and standards for large power generation projects

Responsibilities

• Provide Safety Leadership in all aspects of the Project.
• Be responsible for the development of the mechanical design for the projects including: a. the review and selection of major equipment (gas turbines, steam turbines, rotating equipment) b. the review of process flow diagrams and piping design c. review of all mechanical interfaces for the projects (e.g. gas interconnection requirements, water interconnection requirements) d. review of all steam, water, and chemical storage and delivery systems within the projects e. review of all internal water treatment and disposal systems f. review the overall performance of the projects and compliance with AES Indiana commercial expectations
• Develop, review and collaborate with Owner’s Engineers and other SMEs on the mechanical design details in the Technical Specifications
• Review of the mechanical design for operational consistency and standards within AES Indiana.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project coordination

Technical communication

PFDs & P&IDs review

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

AES Indiana is advancing multiple generation projects, including a ~650 MW CCGT with a strong potential second unit. The Pre-NTP Mechanical Engineer will manage mechanical design development, from feasibility to EPC contract execution, collaborating with the Generation Development Team and Owner’s Engineers.

The role emphasizes safety leadership, technical rigor in equipment reviews, and interfaces with electrical systems.