Senior Power-Generation Machinery Risk Engineer

Polikov Recruitment Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Polikov Recruitment Solutions seeks a Senior Machinery Loss Control Professional with deep expertise in electric power generation to consult with major utilities and energy organizations across North America.

You will conduct on-site assessments, evaluate machinery and operations, and provide actionable risk-reduction recommendations while collaborating with underwriting and internal teams. 50–60% travel and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering – Mechanical or Electrical preferred.
• 8+ years of experience associated with electric power generation.
• Strong knowledge of major power-generation machinery.
• Experience in risk engineering, machinery loss control, power-generation engineering, reliability, plant engineering or related technical disciplines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• PE, CSP or other relevant designations are a plus.
• Ability to travel approximately 50–60%.
• Ideally located near a major U.S. airport.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site assessments of power-generation facilities.
• Evaluate machinery, operations and equipment-related exposures.
• Identify opportunities to reduce the frequency and severity of major losses.
• Consult directly with utility and energy organizations.
• Evaluate equipment including turbines, generators, transformers, boilers and ancillary equipment.
• Provide technically sound, practical risk-reduction recommendations.
• Partner with underwriting and other internal teams.
• Participate in industry associations and remain current on evolving technologies and standards.

Skills

Power generation

Machinery knowledge

Risk engineering

Consulting skills

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Polikov Recruitment Solutions seeks a Senior Machinery Loss Control Professional with deep expertise in electric power generation to consult with major utilities and energy organizations across North America.

You will conduct on-site assessments, evaluate machinery and operations, and provide actionable risk-reduction recommendations while collaborating with underwriting and internal teams. 50–60% travel and strong communication skills are essential.