Power Generation Engineer

FMPA•Orlando, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides engineering assistance remotely and onsite to many types of power generation facilities located throughout Florida. The role will involve project management functions at power generation facilities for specific outage and improvement projects. This position will assist with assessment and remediation of equipment failures in an expedited and timely manner. The position will assist with efficiency and reliability design and projects to enhance the reliability of the FMPA fleet. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Power Generation Engineer and Project Manager.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering.
Knowledge of the principles and methods involved in the design, construction and operation of natural gas fired electric power generation facilities, and turbo machinery.
Knowledge in the use of computers.
Ability to coordinate the activities of contract personnel.
Must be able to use personal protection equipment properly and safely as directed or assigned.
On occasion will be exposed to adverse weather and operating conditions.
Occasionally may need to climb ladders and stairways.
Must be comfortable being exposed to confined spaces and elevated areas.
Expected to assist power plant personnel in emergency situations and/or hurricane response or recovery.
Must be able to maintain good program records and filing systems.
Must have good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all FMPA Power Plant personnel, the public and associated business affiliates.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in engineering
Minimum working experience of five plus years in the Power Generation industry which should include direct experience with contractors, power plant or heavy industrial maintenance and operations experience.
Extensive experience in steam generation, gas turbines, steam turbines and their auxiliaries coupled with exposure to operations and maintenance practices and procedures.
The ability to discern the colors red, green, amber and blue as used in troubleshooting electrical diagrams, control system process and in color coding used in electronic and electrical component repairs.
The ability to lift weights or twist with a force of up to 75 pounds, as in the removal and replacement of access doors to equipment, turning of valves, hoisting of material overhead.
Working in Confined spaces and at heights, as in entering internal areas of the turbine for inspection or repairs during outages, climbing ladders to gain access, working within tight quarters of surrounding piping and conduit to perform troubleshooting functions.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Engineering License is a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitors plant safety compliance
Implementation or completion of assigned programs and work processes.
Performs work associated with special projects as assigned onsite and remotely.
Works regularly with plant staff and plant management on reliability and improvement projects
Monitors plant project plans for progress, scope and budget. Works with plant management to understand variances or reasons projects are behind schedule and adjusts as necessary.
Perform root cause determinations of generating unit and auxiliary equipment failures. Prepares specifications for maintenance outages, equipment repairs and upgrading projects for all FMPA generation facilities.
Work together with plant management and staff to plan and engineer modifications to existing plant configuration and equipment or system upgrades. Completes economic justifications for potential projects. Prepare scope descriptions and specifications as required.
Ensure that plant drawings are properly organized and updated as required. Works with plant management to ensure adherence to change management processes.
Performs diagnostic work and coordinates with equipment manufacturers and vendors in support of returning generation units to service
Assist management in determining timelines and budgets for specific projects and repairs
Extract, comprehend and develop instructions from technical manuals, journals, and drawings, technical literature and other job-related material; and to effectively communicate orally and in writing using the English language.
Possess independent decision-making capabilities in stressful situations with minimum supervision.
Extended travel to plant sites will be required as necessary.