Plant Specialist

Undisclosed; Center (ND); On-site; USD 74,130 - 133,647; Full time

Job summary

Minnkota Power Cooperative at the Milton R. Young Station near Center, ND, seeks a Plant Specialist with an Associate of Science in an applicable field to support plant process equipment and installation activities at a two-unit coal-fired power plant.

Qualifications include technical education or equivalent, plus experience with rotating equipment, vibration monitoring, lubrication systems, and lube oil analysis. Salary bands begin at $74,130 and rise with seniority and experience.

Qualifications

• A degree in a technical field is preferred but not required.
• Relevant education, training, and practical experience will also be considered.
• Previous industrial experience with rotating equipment, particularly vibration monitoring, condition monitoring, lubrication systems, and lube oil analysis is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the preparation of construction drawings and specifications for plant process equipment.
• Installation of new and replacement equipment.
• Work with consultants and contractors as necessary to accomplish engineering objectives.
• Troubleshoot existing systems with operations and maintenance to resolve safety or production problems with engineered solutions.
• Identify technical and operational training needs and initiate action on capital and O&M projects.
• Monitor work activity to ensure it is being done in a safe manner and in compliance with current regulations.
• Assist in record keeping of system work order files, standard drawing and data files.
• Analyze plant data and provide recommendations.
• Monitor and recommend new technology which could improve the efficiency, reliability, availability, and longevity of the power plant.
• Provide engineering support to other departments as required.

Skills

Rotating equipment experience

Vibration monitoring

Condition monitoring

Lubrication systems

Lube oil analysis

Education

Associate of Science in a technical field

Technical field degree preferred

Job description

Generating Careers Empowering Lifestyles With Great Opportunities and Benefits Plant Specialist Minnkota Power is seeking qualified candidates for a Plant Specialist with an Associate of Science in an applicable field although other education will be considered, at the Milton R. Young Station located near Center, ND. The Milton R. Young Station is a two-unit coal-fired power plant, providing a stable energy source for our cooperative member-owners. The station is located 35 miles from Bismarck, North Dakota, a growing and progressive city with many recreational opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the preparation of construction drawings and specifications for plant process equipment.
• Installation of new and replacement equipment.
• Work with consultants and contractors as necessary to accomplish engineering objectives.
• Troubleshoot existing systems with operations and maintenance to resolve safety or production problems with engineered solutions.
• Identify technical and operational training needs and initiate action on capital and O & M projects.
• Monitor work activity to ensure it is being done in a safe manner and in compliance with current regulations.
• Assist in record keeping of system work order files, standard drawing and data files.
• Analyze plant data and provide recommendations.
• Monitor and recommend new technology which could improve the efficiency, reliability, availability, and longevity of the power plant.
• Provide engineering support to other departments as required.

Qualifications

• A degree in a technical field is preferred but not required.
• Relevant education, training, and practical experience will also be considered.
• Previous industrial experience with rotating equipment, particularly vibration monitoring, condition monitoring, lubrication systems, and lube oil analysis is required.

Minnkota Power Cooperative makes career growth and development a priority by creating a challenging and rewarding work environment.

The salary range for Plant Specialist I begins at $74,130 per year; Plant Specialist II salary range begins at $95,226; Plant Specialist III salary range begins at $106,594; Plant Specialist IV salary range beings at $119,579; and Senior Plant Specialist salary range begins at $133,647. Appropriate pay will be determined based on candidate's skills, education, and previous relevant experience.

Minnkota Power Cooperative is an EEO/AAP/Female/Minority/Disabled/Vets Employer