Thermal & Wind Plant Engineer — Lead Projects & Compliance

NorthWestern Energy; Billings (MT); Presencial; USD 66.000 - 143.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401K with company match up to 4%

Healthcare and wellbeing programs

HSA and FSA

Continuing education reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Volunteer opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

NorthWestern Energy seeks a Thermal & Wind Generation Plant Engineer to oversee engineering support and capital project execution for Montana and South Dakota facilities. You will coordinate contract resources, set priorities and budgets, and collaborate with the Power Generation Manager to improve plant reliability and safety.

The role requires a strong background in thermal/ wind generation engineering, ability to work with internal teams and contractors, and willingness to travel up to 30%.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required; Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) and/or Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.
• Experience, and expertise in thermal power generation engineering preferred.
• Able to interact effectively with company employees, contractors, and other internal departments.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Must pass physical test to access all areas of the Thermal and Wind Power Generation facilities.
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee the activities of contract engineering support personnel on all plant needs including NERC/WECC compliance
• Be a leader in safety performance
• Provide technical support to the plants as required to maintain safe, reliable, and compliant operation
• Monitor progress and performance of vendors providing products and services
• Serve as project manager for plant projects as applicable
• Occasional travel required, up to 30% including overnights
• Develop strategic budget recommendations for plant improvement, and work to accomplish those projects within approved budgets
• Coordinate and prioritize resources as necessary for plant support
• Stay current on emerging technologies and identify beneficial upgrades to the plants
• Be available by phone or in person for plant troubleshooting and real time response
• Assist with document management efforts to organize and maintain plant drawings and compliance records

Conocimientos

Safety awareness

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Descripción del empleo

NorthWestern Energy seeks a Thermal & Wind Generation Plant Engineer to oversee engineering support and capital project execution for Montana and South Dakota facilities. You will coordinate contract resources, set priorities and budgets, and collaborate with the Power Generation Manager to improve plant reliability and safety.

The role requires a strong background in thermal/ wind generation engineering, ability to work with internal teams and contractors, and willingness to travel up to 30%.