Thermal & Wind Plant Engineer

NorthWestern Energy; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 66,600 - 143,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Healthcare benefits

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off starting from day one

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy seeks a Thermal & Wind Generation Plant Engineer to manage engineering activities and ensure compliance at generation facilities in Montana and South Dakota. Your role includes overseeing contract support, managing projects, and collaborating with leadership on budgets and strategic improvements.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and possesses expertise in thermal power generation. This position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a good personal safety record.
• Experience in thermal power generation engineering preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend electrical, civil, and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities of contract engineering support.
• Develop strategic budget recommendations.
• Monitor performance of vendors providing products and services.

Skills

Thermal power generation engineering

Troubleshooting electrical issues

NERC/WECC compliance knowledge

Dynamic environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering preferred

Job description

NorthWestern Energy seeks a Thermal & Wind Generation Plant Engineer to manage engineering activities and ensure compliance at generation facilities in Montana and South Dakota. Your role includes overseeing contract support, managing projects, and collaborating with leadership on budgets and strategic improvements.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and possesses expertise in thermal power generation. This position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.