Engineer I, II, III, or IV - Construction Projects

Nebraska Public Power District•Hallam, NE

1d•$6,837 - $12,887

About The Position

Nebraska Public Power District is hiring three engineers at Level I, II, III, or IV for Construction Projects at Princeton Road Station in Hallam, Nebraska. The level assigned will depend on the successful candidate's skills and abilities. Levels I through IV are a progression managed under the District's Engineering Technical Career Path, and the position reports to the Construction Engineering Manager. The engineer provides engineering support for the design, construction, and commissioning of new generation construction projects. The role works with project management, operations, maintenance, contractors, consultants, vendors, and technicians to deliver projects from concept through closeout. Project technologies may include Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines (RICE), Combustion Turbines (CT), Combined Cycle Gas Turbines (CCGT), and other advanced technologies. The role requires sound technical judgment, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced construction environment while supporting safe and cost-effective project delivery. Assignments vary by level, from limited-scope work conducted under experienced personnel to planning and implementing numerous concurrent assignments of moderate scope, consulting on technical specialties, and evaluating the technical and economic feasibility of engineering solutions. The engineer is expected to interact regularly with field personnel and increasingly provide engineering expertise to other professionals, engineers, and technicians.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited university or college, or a Professional Engineering license obtained by accredited examination, as specified for the applicable level.
For Level I, a bachelor's degree in engineering from a non-ABET-accredited school requires a Professional Engineering license.
For Levels III and IV, an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) credential is required.
For Level IV, 3–5 years of experience as an Engineer III is required.
Ability to perform engineering work at the assigned level, including applying engineering practices, analyzing work and results, and exercising technical judgment.
Ability to communicate and interact with customers, suppliers, contractors, consultants, vendors, and field technicians.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments in a construction environment.

Nice To Haves

Electrical engineering degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering support for the design, construction, and commissioning of new generation construction projects.
Develop, review, and implement detailed engineering and contractual documents.
Review design drawings, specifications, and project schedules in support of design, construction, and commissioning.
Perform engineering analyses and field engineering.
Oversee external consultants, contractors, and vendors.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support permitting activities.
Coordinate with project management, operations, maintenance, and external partners to deliver projects from concept through closeout.
Perform assigned engineering work appropriate to the position level, including planning and implementing concurrent assignments and assessing engineering solutions.
Communicate with customers and suppliers, including discussing customer needs and work status as appropriate to the position level.
Perform other duties as assigned or as projects develop.