Coal Mining Operations Engineer

1 week ago


Louisville, Kentucky, United States LG&E and KU Services Company Full time

Company Overview:
LG&E and KU Services Company, a member of the PPL Corporation family, is a leading utility provider dedicated to delivering exceptional service to over 1.3 million customers. With a commitment to community support and sustainability, we are proud to be a significant employer in the regions we serve.

Position Summary:
This field-based role involves regular travel to various operational sites, including power plants and supplier locations. The successful candidate will apply established engineering methodologies under direct supervision to conduct thorough analyses and provide recommendations concerning coal mining activities, coal transportation, and supplier evaluations.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Assess fuel and reagent suppliers to evaluate production costs and capabilities, identifying potential future challenges in coal supply and quality.
2. Collaborate with coal suppliers and plant personnel to explore cost-effective methods for mining and utilizing coal and other fuels.
3. Participate in supplier and power plant scale testing and sampling bias assessments, maintaining comprehensive records to ensure compliance with internal controls and contractual obligations.
4. Conduct detailed analyses of fuel supply options for power generation facilities.
5. Perform site visits to monitor supplier loadings, ensuring adherence to compliance standards.
6. Coordinate annual surveys of coal and limestone stockpiles at power plants and compile reports on findings.
7. Assist in evaluating claims related to supplier and transporter government impositions.
8. Support generating plants in the management and blending of fuel resources.
9. Develop and implement special projects as needed.
10. Analyze data for engineering studies, drawing conclusions and presenting findings to relevant stakeholders.
11. Conduct quarterly Operational Capability Assessments to evaluate risks associated with coal suppliers.
12. Undertake additional duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required.
Preferred Experience: Background in coal mining, including surface and underground operations, as well as experience in material handling systems, is highly desirable. Familiarity with coal or limestone, along with skills in coal quality analysis and effective communication, will be advantageous.



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