Senior Thermal Performance Engineer

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc; Headquarters (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Health care plan covering medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to lead fleet-wide performance testing initiatives and provide advanced analysis of thermal KPIs. The role involves managing heat rate improvement projects and serving as a technical advisor to operations teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field, ideally with five years of experience in power generation. Benefits include a competitive compensation package, health care, and a robust 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ideally five years of related experience in power generation or industrial systems; at least two years required.
• Experience supporting coal or gas generation assets.
• Familiarity with regulatory performance reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead fleet-wide unit performance testing initiatives.
• Provide advanced analysis of thermal performance KPIs.
• Identify, scope, and manage heat rate improvement projects.
• Serve as a technical advisor to operations and maintenance teams.
• Develop long-range performance improvement strategies.

Skills

Thermodynamics knowledge

Effective communication

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or physical science

Job description

At Associated Electric Cooperative, we are committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. Our tight‑knit team covers technical, operational, and professional disciplines and values excellence and growth.

What You’ll Do

• Lead fleet‑wide unit performance testing initiatives, including heat rate, capacity, and system optimization studies.
• Provide advanced analysis of thermal performance KPIs and present actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Identify, scope, and manage complex heat rate improvement projects from feasibility analysis through execution and post‑implementation validation.
• Serve as a technical advisor to operations, maintenance, and instrumentation teams to resolve complex performance challenges.
• Develop long‑range performance improvement strategies aligned with asset management and capital planning objectives.
• Oversee engineering scopes, budgets, schedules, and third‑party engineering resources to ensure successful project delivery.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or physical science, or comparable experience.
• Ideally five years of related experience in power generation or industrial systems; at least two years required.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics and plant operations.
• Experience with data analysis, technical reporting, and performance testing.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work across teams.
• Preferred Engineer in Training certification.
• Experience supporting coal or gas generation assets.
• Project management experience in an industrial or utility setting.
• Familiarity with regulatory performance reporting requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package reflecting experience and contributions.
• Robust 401(k) program with generous employer match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health care plan covering medical, dental, and vision for employee and family from the first day of employment.

We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions. Plan for your future with confidence!

Equal Opportunity Statement

AECI is fully committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations. AECI is an equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran.