Specialist Engineering
About The Position
As a member of the Utility Energy Operations Electrical and Control Systems Department, the Specialist, Engineering supports maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of department-owned and operated standby generators. The role works closely with Global Safety and the Environment (GSE) to ensure air emissions compliance and continuous audit readiness. It also supports electrical maintenance and troubleshooting for low- and medium-voltage systems and may occasionally cover off-shift operations. The Utilities & Energy Operations department is responsible for the safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective operation of powerhouses, central plants, and water facilities. It operates combined-cycle heat and power plants, boilers, and campus chiller plants, and provides campus utilities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Requirements
- Accredited engineering degree, formal training in an electrical trade, or equivalent industrial electrical experience.
- At least 1–3 years of experience with industrial electrical systems, standby generators, power generation, or electrical distribution equipment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Technical problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple simultaneous assignments and adapt quickly to changing business priorities.
- Ability to address issues quickly and develop solutions that minimize compliance risk and improve utility and facility reliability.
- Applied professional work experience demonstrating knowledge of environmental compliance requirements, safety, and regulatory and code compliance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Five or more years of experience with industrial electrical systems, standby generators, power generation, or electrical distribution equipment.
- Experience with Emissions Monitoring Systems and EPA/PADEP regulations.
- Experience working in a collective bargaining unit-based environment.
- Experience managing budgets.
- Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including NFPA 70, 70E, and 110.
- Professional experience supporting the pharmaceutical industry, including manufacturing, research labs, pilot plants, and utilities operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform and oversee corrective and preventive maintenance, testing, and environmental compliance for standby generators.
- Oversee service providers performing generator testing and maintenance, and supervise repairs.
- Manage the budget and provide input for operating expense budgets and capital investments.
- Provide generator data to Global Safety and the Environment for site air-emissions PADEP Title V compliance requirements and submissions.
- Serve as the site subject matter expert for generator compliance in support of Title V requirements and agency audits.
- Support electrical maintenance and troubleshooting of low- and medium-voltage systems.
- Occasionally cover off-shift operations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits.
- Other insurance benefits for employees and family.
- Retirement benefits, including a 401(k).
- Paid holidays.
- Vacation.
- Compassionate and sick days.
- Eligibility for an annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
