Mgr Plant Engineering

Eetdbuyersguide; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS Energy is seeking an experienced Engineering Lead to oversee plant engineering and instrumentation/controls for power generation facilities in San Antonio, TX. The role emphasizes planning, directing, and coordinating projects to optimize equipment, processes and performance.

Ideal candidates will have a PE license and extensive experience in power generation operations, maintenance, and project development. strong skills in dashboards, root cause analysis and SAP/SCADA systems are valued.

Qualifications

• PE license required.
• Extensive experience in power generation operations, maintenance and engineering.
• Experience in power generation projects development and implementation.
• Experience with dashboards and analysis tools.
• Root cause analysis training and implementation in power generation events.
• Knowledge of CPS Energy accounting methods, Capital and O&M.
• Proficient with plant DCS controls and other control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and financial documents.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to delegate assignments effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manages plant engineering and instrumentation/controls teams.
• Develops equipment specifications and manages project tasks including outages.
• Provides engineering support for operations and maintenance with technical solutions.
• Leads performance evaluation and optimization efforts.
• Coordinates with Power Generation Central Services for operational improvements.
• Oversees maintenance troubleshooting and remedy of repetitive failures.

Skills

Professional engineer license

Project management

Root cause analysis

Technical trouble shooting

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Advanced degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Tools

SAP system

DCS/SCADA

Job description

Position Summary

Manages, trains, directs and implements all Plant Engineering and instrumentation/controls duties required for the Power Plants. Involved in, but not limited to, Engineering and Technical oversight, planning, direction and coordination of tasks, optimizing equipment, materials, processes and procedures, analysis and evaluation of data and establishment of goals for events as required. Uses Engineering principles to provide Technical support and sound solutions for the Power Plants.

Deadline to Apply: open until filled

Power Generation: Calaveras Power Station

Location: San Antonio, Tx

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manages plant engineering and instrumentation/controls teams.
• Analyzes, evaluates operations, maintenance and performance levels in the plant environment to develop programmatic engineering changes to improve plant performance.
• Makes recommendations to improve employee health and safety to support a zero accident/incident rate goal.
• Develops equipment specifications, contractual agreements and performs project management activities such as outage planning and execution.
• Works closely with Power Generation Central Services team and provides engineering support for operations and maintenance by formulating and implementing technical solutions for improved plant performance.
• Responds to operations, maintenance and project needs; provides lead role for plant and equipment performance evaluation, optimizes resource use and maximizes reliable power generation and revenue.
• Directs department activities to support maintenance in troubleshooting the causes of repetitive failures and unusual events such as unit deratings or trips.
• Identifies and incorporates new ideas and technologies for project development.
• Recommends economically viable projects.
• Initiates, implements and completes project work as assigned or otherwise.
• Conducts employee performance reviews for all direct reports.
• Mentors and assists in the development of direct reports to assume roles of increasing responsibility.
• Oversees tests that analyze design, feasibility, operation, equipment condition and performance of the facility.
• Confers with other Engineers, Management and Plant Personnel to develop mitigation plans, design modifications, operational changes and changes in maintenance practices and/or new system implementation to prevent repetitive failures and/or improve plant performance.
• Confers with other Engineers and personnel to resolve malfunctions, review system performance, oversee repairs and improvements and review operating characteristics of all plant systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Professional engineer license.

Extensive experience in power generation operations, maintenance, and engineering.

Extensive experience in power generation projects and programs development and implementation.

Extensive experience with building power generation related engineering dashboards and other analysis tools.

Extensive root cause analysis training and experience implementing in power generation related events.

General knowledge of current CPS Energy accounting methods and principles, Capital and O&M.

Ability to use the plant DCS controls and other operating/monitoring/control systems.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents.

Ability to manage multiple projects in a highly dynamic environment that requires continuous re-prioritization as determined by operational situations that arise daily.

Ability to delegate assignments to appropriate parties.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Advanced degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• Proficient working knowledge of SAP system and most SAP transactions.

Competencies

Delivering High Quality Work

Driving Continuous Improvement

Coordinating Project Activities

Displaying Technical Expertise

Driving for Results

Inspiring and Motivating Others

Minimum Education

Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited university.