Plant Engineer

EthosEnergy•Wharton, TX

26d

About The Position

Job Responsibilities Provide technical expertise to resolve and prevent equipment issues, leading or participating in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA) to ensure timely and effective corrective actions. Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment problems. Perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting of instrument and control equipment, including DCS, MKVe, and programmable logic controllers. Analyze and report on plant and system performance using operational and maintenance data. Develop and review Planned Maintenance (PM) activities for all control systems. Oversee contractor activities to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules. Troubleshoot plant issues and recommend solutions using technical expertise. Identify and solve complex technical problems promptly. Complete additional duties and administrative tasks as assigned by the Facility Manager. Write project scopes and material specifications. Provide budgetary support for assigned projects. Required Skills / Knowledge Solid understanding of power plant operations, maintenance, and performance calculations Experience maintaining and troubleshooting DCS, Mark Ve, PLCs, and field devices (transmitters, control valves, meters, process analyzers) Strong computer skills (spreadsheets, databases, word processing, project software) Effective oral and written communication; able to clearly explain complex issues to management and peers Analytical skills for identifying causes of failure and solving technical problems Safety-focused, with a commitment to team and personal safety Ability to understand contractual issues related to plant operations and maintenance Capable of working independently and as part of a team; able to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to respond calmly in emergency situations Experience Progressive work experience in electrical power generation or related fields, 4 years minimum. Education Requirements A recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline from an accredited college or university. A professional license in an appropriate discipline from a recognized licensing board or specialized courses in relevant general engineering or appropriate engineering discipline. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift 50 lbs. What We Offer Supportive company culture that values its employees Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus Personal Development & Career Succession Planning Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs

Requirements

Solid understanding of power plant operations, maintenance, and performance calculations
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting DCS, Mark Ve, PLCs, and field devices (transmitters, control valves, meters, process analyzers)
Strong computer skills (spreadsheets, databases, word processing, project software)
Effective oral and written communication; able to clearly explain complex issues to management and peers
Analytical skills for identifying causes of failure and solving technical problems
Safety-focused, with a commitment to team and personal safety
Ability to understand contractual issues related to plant operations and maintenance
Capable of working independently and as part of a team; able to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities
Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to respond calmly in emergency situations
Progressive work experience in electrical power generation or related fields, 4 years minimum.
A recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline from an accredited college or university.
A professional license in an appropriate discipline from a recognized licensing board or specialized courses in relevant general engineering or appropriate engineering discipline.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise to resolve and prevent equipment issues, leading or participating in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA) to ensure timely and effective corrective actions.
Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment problems.
Perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting of instrument and control equipment, including DCS, MKVe, and programmable logic controllers.
Analyze and report on plant and system performance using operational and maintenance data.
Develop and review Planned Maintenance (PM) activities for all control systems.
Oversee contractor activities to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules.
Troubleshoot plant issues and recommend solutions using technical expertise.
Identify and solve complex technical problems promptly.
Complete additional duties and administrative tasks as assigned by the Facility Manager.
Write project scopes and material specifications.
Provide budgetary support for assigned projects.