Plant Mechanical Engineer

5 days ago


Wellington, Florida, United States Platte River Power Authority Full time
Job Summary

The Plant Mechanical Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the reliable, safe, and efficient operation of our coal and natural gas generation, natural gas transmission, water treatment, and transmission systems at the Rawhide Energy Station. This position requires a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and experience working in a power plant or industrial facility.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to recommend and implement engineering solutions to improve safety, reliability, and performance.
  • Monitor real-time performance of plant systems and equipment, and investigate and evaluate equipment failures to identify root causes and recommend improvements.
  • Perform detailed inspection of plant equipment during outages, and lead design and implementation of new and retrofit plant equipment.
  • Support the development, maintenance, and compliant execution of the ASME R-Stamp certification and code weld program.
  • Perform monthly unit heat rate calculations and assessments, and lead combustion unit performance testing and analysis.
  • Direct and indirectly supervise other staff or contractors as appropriate to assist with troubleshooting, repairs, or installation of new equipment.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited four-year college (major in mechanical engineering preferred).
  • Valid driver's license and ability to be insured under a corporate vehicle liability policy.
  • Additional level-specific criteria apply, including experience working in a power plant or industrial facility, and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) or Project Management Professional (PMP).
What We Offer

Platte River Power Authority offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays and time off, and in-house training opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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