Pre-NTP Mechanical Engineer

AES US • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company, is a leader in the global energy revolution, operating in 14 countries and committed to shaping the future through innovation and collaboration. Recognized by Fast Company as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022 and certified as a Great Place to Work, AES is dedicated to its people and groundbreaking ideas. As the #1 global company in renewable energy sales to corporations, with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, AES provides electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. Committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050 for a net-zero future, AES is pioneering innovative solutions like 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers to drive rapid, global decarbonization. AES Indiana is developing and building several generation projects to meet increasing demand, particularly from data center growth. The immediate focus is the technical development of at least one CCGT power plant of approximately 650 MW, with a second CCGT as a strong possibility. Other generation projects will also be developed to meet demand until the first CCGT comes online in 2033/2034. The Pre-NTP Mechanical Engineer will manage the development of the mechanical design for these projects, working within the Generation Development Team to develop Technical Specifications and EPC Contracts, utilizing the expertise of Owner’s Engineers and other consultants. This role spans from initial Feasibility Studies and technology selection to the development and signature of EPC Contracts. This position has the potential to evolve into a mechanical engineering or Project Engineering Manager role for project execution.

Requirements

• BS or equivalent degree in mechanical engineering or other relevant technical area required.
• 5 to 10 years experience in technical design (with operational experience is preferred) including the design of large CCGT and other generation projects.
• Ideal candidate has construction and commissioning experience for conventional generation (fossil fuel) projects
• Experience in reading and understanding project schedules and project schedule principles
• Minimum of 5 years’ electrical design and/or construction experience
• Demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in applicable electrical codes and standards for large power generation projects

Responsibilities

• Provide Safety Leadership in all aspects of the Project.
• Be responsible for the development of the mechanical design for the projects including: a. the review and selection of major equipment (gas turbines, steam turbines, rotating equipment) b. the review of process flow diagrams and piping design c. review of all mechanical interfaces for the projects (e.g. gas interconnection requirements, water interconnection requirements) d. review of all steam, water, and chemical storage and delivery systems within the projects e. review of all internal water treatment and disposal systems f. review the overall performance of the projects and compliance with AES Indiana commercial expectations
• Develop, review and collaborate with Owner’s Engineers and other SMEs on the mechanical design details in the Technical Specifications
• Review of the mechanical design for operational consistency and standards within AES Indiana.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior