Power Generation Project Engineer (Electrical)

Pacific Gas And Electric Company•Auberry, CA

7d•$120,888 - $188,840•Hybrid

About The Position

This journey-level Project Engineer role provides engineering and design, project management, and technical support to operations and maintenance (O&M) staff for moderately complex issues and multiple medium-to-large capital and expense improvements to power generation and infrastructure facilities. The position requires mastery of Associate-level Project Engineer duties, a comprehensive knowledge of the job functions, proficiency in engineering and project management principles, recognition as a professionally licensed engineer, and working knowledge of industry practices, standards, and equipment. The engineer develops and implements multiple assigned projects, exercises independent judgment, communicates effectively, and works with minimal supervision. The position manages multiple moderately complex projects and issues, resolving problems of moderate scope while supporting more experienced engineers and project managers on larger or more complex work. Under limited general direction, the engineer independently plans work to meet assigned objectives. External contacts include contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies; internal contacts include Power Generation personnel, O&M clients, project team members, and PG&E internal services organizations. The position may also work with internal or external stakeholders to solve problems or develop alternatives. Job duties vary by assignment.

Requirements

Four-year BS degree in Engineering from an accredited US curriculum, or equivalent education from outside the US.
Current California Professional Engineer (PE) license in the appropriate discipline. Applicants holding a current PE license in another state or Canada must obtain a California PE license within 18 months of hire; failure to do so results in demotion to the Associate level.
Mastery of Associate-level Project Engineer duties and demonstrated leadership, knowledge, and ability to perform Journey-level Project Engineer duties.
At least three years of cumulative experience in project engineering, design, and construction.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, depending on scope and complexity.
Ability to stamp and/or certify engineering drawings and documents.
Broad and in-depth knowledge of engineering and project management concepts, principles, practices, and design requirements for generation assets, including developing moderately complex design changes, project scopes, and implementation plans and supporting in-depth O&M investigations and analyses.
Working knowledge of the power generation industry, including design, construction, and/or operation of rotating machines, and experience interpreting applicable codes, standards, regulations, and practices.
Sound technical and business judgment in applying engineering and project management principles to develop cost-effective, practical solutions.
Ability to act as a journey-level project manager for moderate-scope projects and/or support more experienced project managers on larger or more complex projects.
Ability to build consensus on moderately complex and controversial project issues and persuade others to act on agreements reached.
Ability to provide clear technical direction and guidance to less experienced engineers, project managers, drafters, and analysts, and provide training as needed.
Ability to provide independent technical and/or project oversight and direction to consultants, suppliers, and construction firms; understand contracting principles and options; manage moderately complex contracts; and negotiate and resolve contract disputes.
Track record of taking ownership of problems and their solutions.
Ability to identify gaps between business practices and objectives and recommend process improvements.
Track record of working with senior engineers and project managers to advance professional development.
Proactively maintain and develop engineering and project management knowledge through industry associations and conferences, technical workshops, trade publications, and additional formal education.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Electrical or Mechanical Engineer PE preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead design and/or project management efforts for moderately complex generation projects that may be discipline-specific, multidisciplinary, or programmatic.
Provide broad and in-depth technical support to O&M, including incident investigation and development of corrective actions.
Proactively control project scope, schedule, cost, and quality throughout the project life cycle, coordinating activities among internal and external stakeholders.
Perform and/or review engineering analyses and studies, detailed scopes, viable alternatives, conceptual designs, and recommended fixes to support safe and reliable generation asset operations.
Work with the supervisor and Project Manager to solicit, prepare, and evaluate contracts and proposals, including EPC proposals from engineering and/or project management consultants, equipment vendors, and construction firms; direct resulting work and review consultant contracts for technical compliance.
Interpret and apply applicable codes.
Approve and stamp technical reports, specifications, new drawings, and revisions to existing project drawings.
Represent PG&E to internal and external organizations as required.
Identify gaps between current business practices and stated objectives and recommend process improvements.
Perform other engineering- and project-management-related duties as assigned.