Project Engineer

Tenaska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition assistance

Paid vacations and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Tenaska is seeking a qualified engineer to support all technical aspects of electric power generation project development, focusing on natural gas–fueled plants from concept through design and construction. The role will involve evaluating configurations, performance estimates, and site screening.

The position offers collaboration with lead engineers, management, and external stakeholders, including partners and lenders, with exposure to CO2 capture and CCS initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 2–5 years of experience in energy sector engineering design, technology, and/or operations.
• Prior experience with combustion turbine project design, permitting, and/or construction.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate facility configurations and layout options to optimize project performance.
• Support technology assessments and contribute to project design basis development.
• Assist with conceptual design of power generation projects.
• Monitor technology developments from equipment suppliers to inform project decisions.
• Prepare performance estimates, including project capacity, efficiency, heat balances, and water usage.
• Conduct project site identification, screening, and due diligence activities.
• Develop and analyze project schedules.
• Oversee preparation of technical specifications and coordinate bid processes for major equipment, engineering design, and construction services.
• Support development of capital and operating cost estimates.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, summaries, and documentation.
• Maintain organized, project-specific technical deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proactive problem solver

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Project

Thermoflow

GIS

Job description

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The Company is not able to take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time for this position or commit to doing so in the future for individuals with current authorization to work via, for example, CPT or OPT, and would need sponsorship in the future.

Tenaska is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, an organization that’s adept in natural gas and power marketing, power management, development and acquisition of generation assets, operation of power plants and more.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will support all technical aspects of electric power generation project development, from initial concept through design and construction. This role will focus on natural gas–fueled projects, including combustion turbine generators (simple and combined cycle) and reciprocating internal combustion engines.

The position may also involve technical support for projects incorporating carbon dioxide (CO₂) capture, pipeline transportation, and geologic sequestration (CCS).

As a key member of interdisciplinary business teams, the candidate will collaborate closely with lead engineers, business management, development, public relations, environmental, real estate, finance, and operations teams, as well as with external stakeholders including consultants, suppliers, service providers, customers, investment partners, and lenders.

Essential Job Functions

• Evaluate facility configurations and layout options to optimize project performance.
• Support technology assessments and contribute to project design basis development.
• Assist with conceptual design of power generation projects.
• Monitor technology developments from equipment suppliers to inform project decisions.
• Prepare performance estimates, including project capacity, efficiency, heat balances, and water usage.
• Conduct project site identification, screening, and due diligence activities.
• Develop and analyze project schedules.
• Oversee preparation of technical specifications and coordinate bid processes for major equipment, engineering design, and construction services.
• Support development of capital and operating cost estimates.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, summaries, and documentation.
• Maintain organized, project-specific technical deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience & Skills

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 2–5 years of experience in energy sector engineering design, technology, and/or operations.
• Prior experience with combustion turbine project design, permitting, and/or construction.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Highly organized, disciplined, adaptable, and committed to delivering results.
• Able to thrive in fast‑paced, multi‑tasked environments.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to perform independently as a technical expert.

Preferred Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in power sector project engineering roles.
• Professional Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification.
• Experience in the development phase of power generation projects.
• Hands‑on experience with the Thermoflow suite of software programs.
• Familiarity with bulk electric system interconnection processes.
• Knowledge of power industry rules, regulations, and standards.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Programming skills in Python or Visual Basic.

The job title, level, and compensation will be aligned with your experience, expertise, and qualifications.

At Tenaska we care about the wellbeing of our employees and their families. That’s why we offer our employees a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits included below:

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Excellent 401(k) plan
• Incentive‑based, competitive salary packages
• Health/dependent care flex accounts
• Tuition assistance
• Long‑term disability coverage
• Adoption benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Charitable giving program
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness programs

Tenaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.