Power Plant Engineer – NERC & Reliability Specialist

52000 Talen Generation LLC; Waterford (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Talen Energy is seeking a qualified Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineer to join our O&M team at our Waterford, OH facility. The role focuses on intermediate to complex engineering activities, project development, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations while supporting reliability and profitability.

The candidate will manage NERC programs, lead maintenance planning, and provide data-driven guidance to optimize equipment performance, safety, and energy output in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• B.S. or advanced degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering from an accredited university.
• Strong analytical and data-driven problem solving with project management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills for coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Proficient computer skills; MS Office; experience with OSIsoft PI, AutoCAD, Ovation, MKvie controls.
• Commitment to safety and ability to operate in a power plant environment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance in plant operations to ensure compliance with environmental, OSHA and other regulations.
• Conduct performance tests, analyze data, and develop operation plans to optimize performance and profitability.
• Support Plant Safety processes by developing and enforcing safe working conditions.
• Oversee facilities Management of Change Program and NERC programs.
• Manage sites Engineering programs: High Energy Piping, Transformers, HRSG, Generators, Turbines.
• Develop and improve maintenance procedures for safe, efficient operation.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Associate degree in engineering technology

Tools

OSISoft PI

AutoCAD

Ovation

MKVIE controls

Job description

Talen Energy is seeking a qualified Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineer to join our O&M team at our Waterford, OH facility. The role focuses on intermediate to complex engineering activities, project development, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations while supporting reliability and profitability.

The candidate will manage NERC programs, lead maintenance planning, and provide data-driven guidance to optimize equipment performance, safety, and energy output in a fast-paced