Motor-Generator Engineer: Rotating Machinery Specialist

U.S. Fusion Energy

Princeton (CA)

On-site

USD 112,000 - 178,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks a Motor-Generator Engineer to oversee maintenance, testing and operation of large motor-generator sets and related systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, operator qualification, pre-operational checks, and implementing improvements.

Onsite work with potential relocation support for the right candidate. The role requires a BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (MS preferred) and at least 7 years of relevant experience in rotating

Qualifications

BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; MS preferred.
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience.
Experience in the maintenance, testing and operation of rotating machinery for power plants and/or cycloconverter drives.
Experience in the operation, maintenance and testing of power systems components such as switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers and protective relaying is desirable.

Responsibilities

Plans and implements routine maintenance, testing and repair activities for the MG systems, consisting of major electrical and mechanical systems (60%).
Directs and performs troubleshooting, as required, on the MG systems (10%).
Obtains and maintains qualification as an operator of the motor-generator system (10%).
Performs pre-operational performance checks of the MG systems to ensure readiness for operations (10%).
Provides recommendations for improvements and upgrades to the system (5%).
Acts as PTR (Princeton Technical Representative) for Motor-Generator maintenance and repair tasks involving external contractors (5%).