Power Generation Mechanical Engineer – 4+ Years

059 Northern IN Public Serv Co LLC; United States; On-site; USD 82,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource seeks Mechanical Engineers to support Electric Generation assets across multiple levels from Associate to Senior. Responsibilities include safety-first planning, project management, budgeting, and equipment maintenance.

The role covers outage planning, procurement, and documentation in a union environment, with opportunities for growth and professional development. The position requires a BS in engineering (ABET-accredited), up to 12 months of relevant experience for Associate, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology (ABET-accredited) college or university program or degree earned by May 2026 – Mechanical Engineering/Engineering Technology preferred.
• 0–12 months relevant experience
• Valid driver’s license
• With close Supervision: Applies foundational technical knowledge to help identify, analyze, and resolve routine issues with support from the engineering ring team.
• Supports station safety, environmental and reliability by assisting with planning, estimating, scheduling, and tracking assigned work activities.
• Drafts clear and accurate technical documentation and utilizes feedback to achieve business goals.
• Use engineering principles and problem-solving techniques to troubleshoot and support business goals.
• Continuously learns and builds job‑related technical and professional skills through training, mentorship, office and field work.
• Collaborates effectively with peers and cross‑functional partners; communicates clearly in writing and verbally; maintains organized and accurate records.
• Demonstrates professionalism, strong work ethics, and a positive attitude while supporting team and company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety as the prime consideration in planning and implementation of all projects and assigned work.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, AWS, ASME, federal, state codes and regulations.
• Perform the role of Project Manager or Project Engineer for equipment modifications, upgrades, new construction, major repairs, and outages.
• Develop and prioritize budget proposals for plant upgrades and maintenance projects.
• Conduct cost benefits and project risk analyses.
• Provide input to project timing considering outage schedules, engineering and procurement lead times.
• Duties include project development, proposal, and specification development, bid evaluation, contract administration/management, planning, scheduling, material procurement, budget review, inspection, commissioning, testing, and documentation.
• Respond to investigate and provide solutions to field problems with station equipment.
• Coordinate multi-craft projects in a Union environment.
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance diagnostic testing activities of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Assist with analyzing and reporting results for impending problems and providing mitigation recommendations.
• Document all equipment repair data and maintain accuracy of equipment literature and station drawings.
• Develop programs and procedures to maintain and improve the performance of the generating units.
• Recommend solutions with implementation plans and budgets if required.
• Monitor performance of plant systems/equipment.
• Evaluate trends of operating data to identify problem areas and initiate corrective actions.
• Pursue changes in practices and technology to improve repairs, data accuracy, and proficiency.
• Travel to repair shops to witness equipment rebuilds and ensure specifications and quality standards.

Job description

NiSource seeks Mechanical Engineers to support Electric Generation assets across multiple levels from Associate to Senior. Responsibilities include safety-first planning, project management, budgeting, and equipment maintenance.

The role covers outage planning, procurement, and documentation in a union environment, with opportunities for growth and professional development. The position requires a BS in engineering (ABET-accredited), up to 12 months of relevant experience for Associate, and