Plant Engineer

NAES•Linden, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Engineer at the Linden Cogeneration Plant will drive the reliability, efficiency, and safety of plant operations by leading engineering programs, monitoring performance, and managing predictive maintenance and water treatment systems. This role oversees strategic projects, capital improvements, and vendor partnerships while coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to optimize operations and implement continuous improvement initiatives. The Plant Engineer also ensures regulatory compliance, enforces a culture of safety, and provides leadership support across Operations and Maintenance functions.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in an engineering discipline preferred. In lieu of an engineering degree, candidates should possess an extensive operation and/or maintenance background in power generation.
Must currently possess or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) upon hire.
Experience managing or supporting facility operations and maintenance in the power generation sector. This experience is crucial for overseeing all aspects of operations and maintenance.
A thorough, demonstrated understanding of power plant operations and maintenance activities. Essential for managing plant performance, investigating issues, and ensuring operational efficiency.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards in the power industry, including NERC, and FERC requirements. Necessary for ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements for the Plant.
Project management skills or certification (e.g., PMP). Important for overseeing capital improvement projects, managing budgets, and ensuring successful project implementation.
Proficiency with PI and CEMS/DAS programs. Relevant for managing and analyzing plant performance data and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products. Necessary for preparing reports, analyses, and presentations.
Advanced Excel skills, including the development of macros and the use of various developer and data link plug-ins. Important for data analysis and management tasks.
Demonstrate excellent writing and analytical skills, presenting facts, conclusions, and recommendations effectively in both formal and informal written communications.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Required for effectively managing documentation, communicating complex information, and collaborating with various stakeholders.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Responsibilities

Lead the monitoring and documentation of forced outages and generation losses, conducting thorough root cause analyses to prevent recurrence.
Analyze plant performance data to identify trends, diagnose inefficiencies, and implement strategies that optimize reliability and output.
Direct and supervise water treatment and production programs to maintain operational standards and regulatory compliance.
Support outage planning and execution, including scheduling, resource allocation, and technical oversight to minimize downtime.
Manage predictive maintenance programs, including vibration analysis, air-in leakage monitoring, and other diagnostic techniques, to proactively maintain equipment reliability.
Investigate equipment failures, providing recommendations for corrective actions, preventative measures, and long-term reliability strategies.
Lead the Management of Change (MOC) process, ensuring all modifications to systems, procedures, or equipment are reviewed, approved, and documented for safety and compliance.
Oversee operations modeling, data collection, and GADS entry/validation to ensure accurate reporting and informed decision-making across plant systems.
Maintain and organize all engineering documentation, including procedures, site drawings, technical manuals, and records of operational or system modifications, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and proper version control for all relevant personnel.
Promote and enforce a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with all NAES Safety Programs and site-specific safety requirements.
Maintain all required licenses and access credentials, including a valid driver’s license, P66 site access badge, TWIC card, and any other certifications necessary for safe and authorized plant operations.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including NERC standards, ASME codes, and industry best practices.
Manage strategic projects from conception through completion, coordinating across Operations, Maintenance, and Leadership teams.
Plan, budget, and manage capital improvement projects, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and fiscal accountability.
Prepare, evaluate, and approve RFPs and bid packages while managing vendor selection and ensuring adherence to contractual and safety requirements.
Establish and maintain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, external engineers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to drive operational improvements.
Serve as a backup for the Maintenance Manager and Operations Manager, providing leadership and decision-making support as required.
Review plant operations and design practices to identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and sustainable operations.
Lead technology and plant upgrade initiatives by evaluating emerging solutions, recommending enhancements, and implementing innovations.
Perform additional duties as needed to support plant operations, engineering, and improvement initiatives.