System Engineer - Plant Operability & Design

Saur Energy International; West Virginia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saur Energy International is seeking a System Engineer in the United States (West Virginia) to lead design and technical work for power plant projects. The role involves concept verification, system calculations, operation concept definition, and remote/short-site commissioning support.

Candidate should have 0–2 years in power plant engineering, familiarity with relevant codes, and strong English communication. Travel flexibility is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• 0-2 years of experience in power plant engineering.
• Problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Know and apply design methods, rules and tools to specify the systems/components.
• Specific knowledge of relevant codes and standards (ANSI, ASME, NFPA, TAC, LPC, UL, FM, IEC, VDE).
• Knowledge of interfaces, especially on controls systems & electrical interfaces.
• Willingness to travel.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Verification of the overall cycle concept as well as defining individual BOP system concepts.
• Performing system design calculations and issuing functional equipment specifications.
• Defining operation concepts for BOP systems and HRSG as well as for plant start‑up and load control.
• Participating in software acceptance tests.
• Providing site support during project commissioning.
• Leading design and cost comparison on system level for NPI programs.
• Preparing Control Specifications for individual system and overall plant control, with a strong level of technical ownership.
• Supporting commissioning activities mainly remotely, while being flexible for short site missions when required.

Skills

Fluency in English

Travel willingness

Problem analysis

Design methods knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's / Master’s in mechanical engineering or related disciplines

Job description

Roles And Responsibilities

Within this team, the System Engineer has the concept and design responsibility for his/her area of work. For projects in execution phase, he/she is required to consider the project‑specific contractual design requirements to align them with partners and/or customers in coordination with project management.

For NPI projects, the Plant/Product Development Specification forms the base for his/her work and requires close coordination within the project team and with the Program Manager. Technical regulations and standards as well as GEV’s EHS policy form part of the plant systems design.

The System Engineer Has The Technical And Time Schedule Responsibility For His/her Engineering Work And Services Within The Project, Which Includes:

• Verification of the overall cycle concept as well as defining individual BOP system concepts
• Performing system design calculations and issuing functional equipment specifications
• Defining operation concepts for BOP systems and HRSG as well as for plant start‑up and load control
• Participating in software acceptance tests
• Providing site support during project commissioning
• Leading design and cost comparison on system level for NPI programs
• Preparing Control Specifications for individual system and overall plant control, with a strong level of technical ownership
• Supporting commissioning activities mainly remotely, while being flexible for short site missions when required

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelors / master’s in mechanical engineering or related disciplines from an accredited university or college, or equivalent knowledge and experience
• 0-2 years of experience in power plant engineering
• Problem analysis and resolution skills
• Know and apply design methods, rules and tools to specify the systems/ components
• Specific Knowledge about the relevant codes and standards like ANSI, ASME, NFPA, TAC, LPC, UL, FM, IEC, VDE etc.
• Knowledge of Interfaces specially on controls systems & electrical interfaces
• Willingness to travel
• Fluency in English

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong capacity of adaptation (to suit local regulations)
• Readiness to travel for workshop inspections
• Ability to learn and to understand quickly
• Problem analysis and resolution skills
• “Customer Focus” and “Total Cost Focus” minded
• Steadiness in performance, ability to stand up well under stress, self-motivation, openness to innovations, flexibility
• Ability to foresee situations and adapt accordingly
• Able to identify solutions to problems and implement them
• Positive thinking with proactive approach
• Promotes/influences innovative processes, general technical knowledge
• Attitude and talent to negotiate and make presentations