Power Plant Engineer

Boaz Partners, LLC; Louisiana; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boaz Partners, LLC is advising on a confidential search for a Powerhouse-Plant Engineer to support safe and efficient plant operations at an on-site power generation facility. The ideal candidate will inspect assets, analyze data, and coordinate repairs to boost reliability and performance.

Qualified applicants will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field and 1–5+ years of experience, with hands-on experience on the production floor and working knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 1–5+ years of experience in production, manufacturing, process engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive improvements.
• Hands-on approach with frequent presence on the production floor.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, equipment documentation, and specifications.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic understanding of automation, PLCs, control systems, or machine programming.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to verify plant conditions and compliance.
• Analyze operational data to identify efficiency and reliability improvements.
• Coordinate repair activities to minimize downtime and optimize asset performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Hands-on floor presence

Communication & teamwork

PLCs & automation basics

Lean Six Sigma

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing/Chemical engineering

Job description

Our client is a major industrial manufacturing operation with an on-site power generation facility, seeking a Powerhouse-Plant Engineer to provide technical support for safe and efficient plant operations. This is a confidential search conducted on behalf of the client by a retained executive search partner.

The role involves conducting inspections, analyzing operational data, and coordinating repair activities to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the site's electrical generation assets.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline
• 1–5+ years of experience in production, manufacturing, process engineering, or a related field
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive improvements
• Hands-on approach with frequent presence on the production floor
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Ability to understand and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, equipment documentation, and specifications
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Basic understanding of automation, PLCs, control systems, or machine programming

This search is being managed confidentially. Interested candidates will be provided full details, including company name and exact location, upon initial conversation with the search consultant.