Plant Engineer III

Calpine; West Brook (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Calpine, a major American power generator, seeks an experienced engineer to coordinate all plant engineering functions, ensuring maximum performance and profitability. The role provides technical support for daily operations, plant improvements, process optimization, design, equipment acquisition, and regulatory compliance adherence.

Responsibilities include conducting performance tests, analyzing operating data, developing plans and equipment recommendations, and maintaining operating records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• 5+ years experience in related field.
• Experience in plant operations and reliability improvements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate plant engineering to maximize performance and profitability.
• Provide technical support for daily operations and plant improvements.
• Develop operating plans and equipment recommendations.
• Lead small to medium projects and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Analyze data and maintain operating records.

Skills

Power generation

Project lead

Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Calpine, a business unit of Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG), is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. With 79 energy facilities in operation, Calpine’s fleet has the capacity to generate approximately 27,000 MW of electricity - enough to power approximately 27 million homes. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary (including but not limited to the following; other duties may be assigned)

Coordinates all plant engineering functions to assure the facility operates at maximum performance and profitability. Responsible for providing technical support for daily operations, plant improvements, process improvements, design, equipment acquisition, plant breakdown and analysis, and recommending corrective actions. Ensures operational activities are in accordance with procedures, schedules, regulatory compliance and budget projections.

Conducts performance tests, collecting and analyzing operating data, and developing operational plans and equipment recommendations to optimize performance and profitability. Develops and maintains plant operating records and provides technical support to plant operations and maintenance.

Job Responsibilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical power generation or related field.
• Seasoned professional with advanced applied experience.
• Applies advanced skills contributing to knowledge areas within function, but not yet an expert in all.
• Makes recommendations on moderately complex issues regarding project components and tasks.
• May make recommendations on new processes, tools and services; supports and contributes to development of new products, services or techniques.
• Works on problems of diverse scope ranging from moderate to complex.
• Uses independent judgment requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors. Collaborates with senior professionals in selection of methods, techniques, and analytical approach.
• Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
• Serves as project/technical lead on small to medium sized projects; may coordinate work of professionals, technicians and others outside of own department.
• This is the most senior skill level without moving to the management or specialist track.
• Resource integrator -builds professional networks and identifies and connects resources to achieve goals. Regularly contributes actionable ideas in brainstorming and planning sessions

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Seasoned professional; typically requires 5+ years’ experience.

Salary Information

• Range - $ 109,779.21 to $139,968.50 annually

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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