Missouri Public Utility Alliance Hiring for Generation Engineer Full Time

This member of the Engineering and Operations Department providing hands-on engineering design, development, and technical support for Missouri Electric Commission (MEC)-owned and pool members generation units. This includes coal-fired steam turbines, gas- and oil-fired combustion turbines, reciprocating engines, landfill gas, solar, and wind generation. This role requires application of Engineering standards and procedures. Other responsibilities include support of company’s compliance strategy, including Safety, Environmental, and NERC Reliability Standard compliance. Position will routinely interface with members, utility director, city administrators, consultants, utility partners, and staff in other MPUA departments.

s to the Director – Generating Assets.

Examples of Work Performed

• Identify opportunities for improvement and/or suggest improved methods, including member units.
• Performs engineering assignments associated with the design, construction, performance enhancement, cost effectiveness, operations, and maintenance of various plant equipment and systems.
• Establishes and maintains tools & programs for generator health monitoring including being the single point of contact for preventive maintenance management in order to provide continuity across the generator fleet.
• Establish and provide vision and leadership for member fleet generator maintenance and health including developing specifications for all generator work, inspections, test protocols, and industry best practices.
• Work closely with plant and Engineering personnel to provide outage support and accomplish generator maintenance goals.
• Coordinates activities of other Engineers, technicians or others assigned to specific project as necessary.
• Supports various plant operations and maintenance groups with engineering-based problem troubleshooting, identification, analysis, and resolution.
• Assists the Director – Generating Assets with large and/or complex projects as required.
• Assists with the development of station/engineering goals, objectives, budgets, programs, and procedures.
• Conducts work activities with regard to environmental rules and regulations.
• Directs the activities of contractors and others, as instructed, as they perform various activities including installation or checkout of new equipment, troubleshooting, testing, tuning, etc.
• Performs other duties as directed by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Bachelor’s degree in ABET accredited electrical engineering or mechanical engineering.

2. Minimum 3 years’ experience with electric generation projects and electric utility systems.

3. Registration as a professional engineer in the state of Missouri a plus.

4. Basic computer skills to include the ability to develop new applications in spreadsheets and data base software as well as the ability to use other position specific software.

5. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively on routine matters with MPUA staff and members.

6. Strong written communication skills, capable of clearly expressing complex or detailed financial concepts to a variety of audiences in s, letters, memorandum, news releases, announcements, etc.

7. Advanced analytical and mathematical skills, including calculations of complex mathematics related to the analysis of AC power systems. In-depth knowledge of engineering tools and software.

8. Knowledge of codes and standards in multiple engineering disciplines.

9. Able to read schematic and wiring diagram drawings.

10. Knowledge of project evaluation, scheduling, budgeting, and contract execution for complex projects.

11. Ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

12. Position will be expected to travel to various job sites and member cities. These would typically be day trips in nature. Occasional overnight travel may occur.

13. Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $96,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbia, MO 65201: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• electric generation projects & electric utility systems: 3 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location