Plant Engineer

Capital Power Operations (USA) Inc; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Relocation assistance may be available

Referral reward program

Job summary

Capital Power is seeking a Plant Engineer at the Arlington Valley plant to apply technical expertise to support plant operations and optimize performance and longevity. The role works with multifunctional teams to drive project success and ensure safe, compliant operation.

The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree and at least three years of operating-plant experience, with strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or process systems and sound communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of plant operations and maintenance in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant performance and heat balance for continual output and efficiency improvements.
• Review, understand, apply, and develop internal engineering guidelines, procedures, and standards at the site level in coordination with corporate Engineering teams as required.
• Contribute to project planning and execution through all phases including front end input as well as post implementation support.
• Collaborate with corporate Engineering team members and other work groups to integrate sound Asset Engineering practices.
• Act as site NERC Compliance Officer, interfacing with the Capital Power Compliance Team and external stakeholders.
• Own the Management of Change program at the site level.
• Provide O&M feedback to advance solutions for facility issues.
• Evaluate economic benefits of proposed technical solutions and recommend alternatives.
• Propose and implement safe and effective engineering solutions relating to plant emissions, control systems, and equipment issues.
• Pursue continuous improvement through formal and informal training.

Skills

Communication skills

Plant operations

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Overview

A little about Capital Power Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America. Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our North Star. With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full Time Position. Are you looking for a work environment where collaboration and inventiveness is fostered as we move forward together? Then Capital Power’s Arlington Valley plant is the place for you! This position is more than just daily engineering. You will also help power your little corner of the world! Furthermore, you’ll have the opportunity to work on innovative and complex projects.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Plant Manager, our Plant Engineer will apply their technical expertise to support the plant’s operation while partnering with multifunctional teams. The position will also aim to optimize the plant’s performance and longevity.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring Plant performance and heat balance for continual output and efficiency improvements.
• Reviewing, understanding, applying, and developing internal engineering guidelines, procedures, and standards at the site level in coordination with corporate Engineering teams as required.
• Contributing to project planning and execution through all phases including front end input as well as post implementation support.
• Working collaboratively with corporate Engineering team members and building strong relationships with other work groups to integrate sound Asset Engineering practices into both the day-to-day and long-term efforts of Capital Power.
• Acting as site NERC Compliance Officer, to include reporting and interfacing with the Capital Power Compliance Team as well as external stakeholders.
• Owning the Management of Change program at the site level.
• Providing O&M feedback to the engineering group to advance the creation of effective solutions to facility issues.
• Evaluating the economic benefits of proposed technical solutions and providing recommendations of alternate solutions.
• Recommending and implementing safe and effective engineering solutions relating to plant emissions, control systems, equipment failure, equipment optimization, etc.
• Improving technical and management skillset through formal and informal training opportunities.

What you will bring to the role

Education Completed Engineering Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Process or other closely related engineering fields.

Experience and Technical Skills

3 years of dedicated engineering experience in an operating plant setting. Experience equivalencies may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Advanced understanding of Pressure piping and vessel design, maintenance and compliance to codes and standards and/or Rotating equipment and related engineering/technical knowledge (vibration, lube, thermography). Thorough understanding of maintenance processes, methods, and techniques as they apply in an industrial setting, with a focus on power plants systems. Strong communication skills (written, spoken).

Working Conditions

Plant based.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and annual bonus
• That is why we provide flexible and affordable employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs
• We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development
• Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available
• Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!

Other Requirements

As this is a safety sensitive position, clearance of a pre-employment drug test and adherence to the Fit For Duty program is required.

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in United States of America.

The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check.

Culture and Inclusion

We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success.

Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.

Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].