Plant Maintenance Engineer - onsite Boardman, Oregon

Portland General Electric; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric is looking for a Plant Maintenance Engineer to tackle operational challenges and enhance engineering solutions for their facilities in Boardman, Oregon. The role focuses on improving safety, reliability, and efficiency across the plant operations.

Applicants should possess a bachelor's degree in engineering and experience with welding programs is essential. This position also requires project management experience to effectively manage critical site programs.

Qualifications

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of engineering and economic principles and concepts.
• Ability to review, evaluate and analyze technical information, policies and reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional and economical engineering solutions to operations and maintenance problems.
• Maintain and improve the operation, reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance of generating resources.

Skills

Engineering Principles

Project Management

Plant Mechanical Systems

Welding Program Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable engineering discipline

Job description

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. It is at the core of our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

Location: On‑site in Boardman, Oregon

Summary

As a Plant Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in solving complex operational challenges, supporting capital improvements, and driving engineering solutions that ensure safe, efficient, and compliant plant operations. This is a high‑impact role where your expertise directly supports grid reliability and long‑term asset health.

This role requires specialized expertise to effectively manage and maintain critical site programs. Welding program experience is essential, and the ability to hold or obtain NDE Level II certification is a key requirement. Knowledge of plant chemistry programs would provide significant added value and further strengthen operational reliability. Experience in project management or project management programs will be necessary to function efficiently in this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide functional and economical engineering solutions to operations and maintenance problems through the improvement and maintenance of plant safety, reliability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Provide engineered solutions for new plants and retrofit of existing generation facilities. Maintain and improve the operation, reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance of the company’s generating resources. Plant maintenance engineering consists of all applicable engineering disciplines.

Join a team responsible for maintaining and improving the reliability, safety, and performance of critical generation assets.

Qualifications

Education

Requires a bachelor’s degree in any applicable engineering discipline. ABET accredited engineering program or program accredited by an equivalent agency preferred.

Experience

• P2: Typically two or more years in engineering.
• P3: Typically five or more years in engineering, or four or more years in related field with PE license.

Certifications

• P2: Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam a plus; may be required based upon role.
• P3: Professional Engineering (PE) license a plus; may be required based upon role.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Minimum Competencies

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of engineering and economic principles and concepts.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of other engineering disciplines and ability to interpret engineering deliverable content.
• Knowledge and application of engineering processes and procedures.
• Industry knowledge and technology trends.
• Knowledge of company QA/QC process and procedures.
• Knowledge of construction feasibility.
• Knowledge of procurement and contract administration.
• Knowledge of project controls and estimates.
• Knowledge of plant mechanical, electrical and control systems.
• Ability to review, evaluate and analyze technical information, policies and reports.

General Competencies

• Accuracy skills.
• Knowledge of the utility industry.
• Organization and prioritization skills.
• Decision‑making skills.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Individual and group presentation skills.

Physical, Schedule/Attendance and Cognitive Demands

Cognitive Level

• P2: Intermediate.
• P3: Substantial.

Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time‑sensitive tasks. Ability to follow accuracy standards. Ability to follow through on decision‑making tasks. Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment. Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress. Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change. Ability to accept and demonstrate self‑awareness when provided constructive feedback. Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement. Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks. Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization. Demonstrates sound memory. Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks.

Schedule / Attendance

Ability to adhere to pre‑established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule. Ability to work long hours. Ability to work a variable schedule. Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather. Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full‑time attendance. Ability to work shift schedule. Ability to work on‑call schedule.

Physical Capabilities

• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory – Occasionally (one to two times a month or less).
• Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory – Occasionally (one to two times a month or less).
• Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift).
• Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lbs.
• Carrying: Up to 10 lbs.
• Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats).
• Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces).

Environment

• Office
• Plant
• Field

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity.

We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well‑being and professional development, both now and into the future. For more details, click here.

Join us today and power your potential!

Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [e-mail] or by calling 503‑464‑7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

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May 11, 2026