Senior Manager, Power Generation Engineering

Aligned Data Centers, LLC; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Aligned Data Centers, LLC seeks a Senior Manager of Power Generation Engineering to provide strategic leadership across generation facilities. Manages design, analysis, lifecycle management, and capital projects for thermal, hydroelectric, and renewable assets, ensuring safety, compliance, and reliability.

The role drives continuous improvement, oversees RCA investigations, and coordinates with ISOs/regulatory bodies to optimize plant performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; power engineering focus. Master’s in related field preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; NERC certification preferred.
• 10+ years in electric power generation; 4+ years in a supervisory role; capital project experience >$10M.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers; set priorities and goals.
• Oversee design, analysis, and lifecycle management of generation assets (thermal, hydro, renewables).
• Direct capital projects; approve design deliverables and manage change control.
• Ensure compliance with NERC, FERC, EPA, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, IEEE standards.
• Improve reliability and performance via data-driven analysis and predictive maintenance.

Skills

PE license

NERC System Operator Certification

PMP certification

Leadership

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Power systems modeling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related Power Engineering

Master's in Engineering, MBA, or Energy Systems preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Engineering document management systems

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

JOB TITLE: Senior Manager, Power Generation Engineering
DEPARTMENT: Platform Delivery – Power Generation
REPORTS TO: Director, Power Generation

SUMMARY

The Senior Manager, Power Generation Engineering provides strategic technical leadership and operational oversight for power generation engineering programs across the organization. This role is responsible for directing engineering teams in the design, analysis, optimization, and lifecycle management of generation assets — including thermal, combined-cycle, hydroelectric, and renewable generation facilities. The Senior Manager ensures engineering excellence, regulatory compliance, and safe, reliable power delivery while driving continuous improvement initiatives and capital project execution.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engineering Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, and develop a team of professional engineers (PEs), engineers-in-training (EITs), and technical specialists across generation disciplines. Establish engineering priorities, workload assignments, and performance goals aligned with departmental and organizational objectives. Foster a culture of technical rigor, safety, and continuous improvement within the engineering function. Conduct performance evaluations, support career development planning, and identify training needs.
• Generation Asset Management Provide technical oversight for the engineering design, analysis, and condition assessment of generation assets including gas turbines, steam turbines, boilers, generators, transformers, and associated BOP equipment. Direct long-range capital planning and asset lifecycle management programs, including major overhauls, equipment replacements, and reliability upgrades. Oversee root cause analysis (RCA) investigations for significant equipment failures or forced outages and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented. Manage technical evaluations for plant modifications, uprates, and technology upgrades.
• Capital Projects & Construction Management Serve as technical owner for major capital projects, directing engineering scope development, contractor selection, and construction oversight. Review and approve engineering deliverables including design specifications, equipment data sheets, single-line diagrams, P&IDs, and construction drawings. Coordinate with project management teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery within defined quality standards. Manage engineering change control processes and ensure design basis documentation is maintained.
• Regulatory Compliance & Standards Ensure engineering work products comply with applicable codes, standards, and regulations including NERC, FERC, EPA, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, and IEEE. Interface with regulatory agencies, independent system operators (ISOs), and reliability coordinators on technical matters. Support environmental permitting activities and emissions compliance programs affecting generation equipment. Maintain awareness of evolving regulatory requirements and proactively update engineering practices accordingly.
• Reliability & Performance Optimization Drive plant availability and capacity factor improvements through data-driven engineering analysis and predictive maintenance strategies. Utilize power plant performance monitoring tools and thermodynamic modeling to identify efficiency degradation and optimization opportunities. Champion the integration of advanced monitoring, diagnostics, and digital engineering tools across generation assets. Lead or support NERC reliability standards compliance programs including MOD, PRC, and FAC families.
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Environmental, Finance, and Legal departments to align engineering solutions with business needs. Prepare and present technical reports, business cases, and capital investment justifications to senior leadership. Represent the organization in external technical forums, industry working groups, and OEM technical advisory councils. Interface with equipment vendors and EPC contractors on technical warranties, service agreements, and performance guarantees.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or closely related Power Engineering discipline required. Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or Energy Systems preferred.
• Licensure & Certification Professional Engineer (PE) license required. NERC System Operator Certification preferred. PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred.
• Experience Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience in electric power generation or utility-scale energy systems. Minimum 4 years in a supervisory or engineering management role with direct reports. Demonstrated experience managing capital projects with budgets in excess of $10M. Hands‑on experience with thermal generation cycles, rotating machinery, high‑voltage electrical systems, and generation protection and control systems. Proven track record of leading RCA investigations and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Technical Competencies Deep knowledge of power plant thermodynamics, electrical systems (up to 500kV), and generation interconnection requirements. Proficiency with power systems modeling and analysis tools (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, SKM Power Tools, PSCAD). Familiarity with turbine OEM technical guidance (GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Pratt & Whitney, Voith). Working knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards applicable to generation owners and operators. Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, and engineering document management systems. Proficiency with applicable codes and standards: ASME, IEEE, NFPA 70/850, ANSI, IEC.

COMPETENCIES

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision‑making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision‑making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action