Power Generation Mechanical Engineer
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Location: Orlando, FL 32828
Description:
General Definition of Work
This position provides highly technical mechanical and industrial engineering assistance remotely and onsite to many types of power generation facilities located throughout Florida. The role will involve project management and/or oversight, at power generation facilities for specific outage and efficiency improvement projects. The role may need to manage multiple overlapping projects and be required to develop scope for procurements or outsourcing. This position will assist with assessment and remediation of equipment failures in an expedited and timely manner. The role could be required to support projects that may be driven by NERC compliance requirements. The position will assist with efficiency and reliability design and projects to enhance the reliability of the FMPA fleet. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Power Generation Engineering Director.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions
Monitors plant safety compliance and assist with development of a Fleet wide Safety and Training Program.
Implementation or completion of assigned programs and work processes
Performs work associated with special projects as assigned onsite and remotely at FMPA sites throughout Florida.
Works regularly with plant staff and plant management on efficiency, reliability, and improvement projects
Monitors plant project plans for progress, scope and budget. Works with plant management to understand variances or reasons projects are behind schedule and adjusts as necessary.
Develops detailed scope requirements to support FMPA procurement or outsourcing needs related to assigned projects. Ensures procurement timelines are sufficient to address required lead times in accordance with plant outage schedules.
Perform root cause determinations of generating unit and auxiliary equipment failures. Prepares specifications for maintenance outages, equipment repairs and upgrade projects for all FMPA generation facilities.
Work together with plant management and staff to plan and engineer modifications to existing plant configuration and equipment or system upgrades. Completes economic justifications for potential projects. Prepare scope descriptions and specifications as required.
Ensure that plant drawings are properly organized and updated as required. Works with plant management to ensure adherence to change management processes.
Performs diagnostic work and coordinates with equipment manufacturers and vendors in support of returning generation units to service
Assist management in determining timelines and budgets for specific projects, repairs, and outage planning.
Extract, comprehend and develop instructions from technical manuals, journals, and drawings, technical literature and other job-related material; and to effectively communicate orally and in writing using the English language.
Possess independent decision-making capabilities in stressful situations with minimum supervision.
Continual review and improvement to all work processes and procedures.
Extended travel to plant sites will be required as necessary.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering. Knowledge of the principles and methods involved in the design, construction and operation of natural gas fired electric power generation facilities, and turbo machinery. Knowledge in the use of computers. Ability to coordinate the activities of contract personnel. Must be able to use personal protection equipment properly and safely as directed or assigned. On occasion will be exposed to adverse weather and operating conditions. Occasionally may need to climb ladders and stairways. Must be comfortable being exposed to confined spaces and elevated areas. Expected to assist power plant personnel in emergency situations and/or hurricane response or recovery. Must be able to maintain good program records and filing systems. Must have good analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all FMPA Power Plant personnel, the public and associated business affiliates. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form.
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, Minimum working experience of ten plus years in the Power Generation industry which should include direct experience with contractors, power plant or heavy industrial maintenance and operations experience. Extensive experience in steam generation, gas turbines, steam turbines and their auxiliaries coupled with exposure to operations and maintenance practices and procedures. Experience with computerized maintenance management systems and advanced project tracking software, outage planning and support. Extensive experience with RCA and MOC process and procedures. Florida Professional Engineering License is a plus.
Physical Requirements
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 75 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires walking and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling and pushing or pulling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock and exposure to vibration; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). The ability to discern the colors red, green, amber and blue as used in troubleshooting electrical diagrams, control system process and in color coding used in electronic and electrical component repairs. The ability to lift weights or twist with a force of up to 75 pounds, as in the removal and replacement of access doors to equipment, turning of valves, hoisting of material overhead. Working in Confined spaces and at heights, as in entering internal areas of the turbine for inspection or repairs during outages, climbing ladders to gain access, working within tight quarters of surrounding piping and conduit to perform troubleshooting functions.
Special Requirements
May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental
assignment. Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position.
Last revised: 6/19/2024
This position provides highly technical mechanical and industrial engineering assistance remotely and onsite to many types of power generation facilities located throughout Florida. The role will involve project management and/or oversight, at power generation facilities for specific outage and efficiency improvement projects. The role may need to manage multiple overlapping projects and be required to develop scope for procurements or outsourcing. This position will assist with assessment and remediation of equipment failures in an expedited and timely manner. The role could be required to support projects that may be driven by NERC compliance requirements. The position will assist with efficiency and reliability design and projects to enhance the reliability of the FMPA fleet. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Power Generation Engineering Director.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions
Monitors plant safety compliance and assist with development of a Fleet wide Safety and Training Program.
Implementation or completion of assigned programs and work processes
Performs work associated with special projects as assigned onsite and remotely at FMPA sites throughout Florida.
Works regularly with plant staff and plant management on efficiency, reliability, and improvement projects
Monitors plant project plans for progress, scope and budget. Works with plant management to understand variances or reasons projects are behind schedule and adjusts as necessary.
Develops detailed scope requirements to support FMPA procurement or outsourcing needs related to assigned projects. Ensures procurement timelines are sufficient to address required lead times in accordance with plant outage schedules.
Perform root cause determinations of generating unit and auxiliary equipment failures. Prepares specifications for maintenance outages, equipment repairs and upgrade projects for all FMPA generation facilities.
Work together with plant management and staff to plan and engineer modifications to existing plant configuration and equipment or system upgrades. Completes economic justifications for potential projects. Prepare scope descriptions and specifications as required.
Ensure that plant drawings are properly organized and updated as required. Works with plant management to ensure adherence to change management processes.
Performs diagnostic work and coordinates with equipment manufacturers and vendors in support of returning generation units to service
Assist management in determining timelines and budgets for specific projects, repairs, and outage planning.
Extract, comprehend and develop instructions from technical manuals, journals, and drawings, technical literature and other job-related material; and to effectively communicate orally and in writing using the English language.
Possess independent decision-making capabilities in stressful situations with minimum supervision.
Continual review and improvement to all work processes and procedures.
Extended travel to plant sites will be required as necessary.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering. Knowledge of the principles and methods involved in the design, construction and operation of natural gas fired electric power generation facilities, and turbo machinery. Knowledge in the use of computers. Ability to coordinate the activities of contract personnel. Must be able to use personal protection equipment properly and safely as directed or assigned. On occasion will be exposed to adverse weather and operating conditions. Occasionally may need to climb ladders and stairways. Must be comfortable being exposed to confined spaces and elevated areas. Expected to assist power plant personnel in emergency situations and/or hurricane response or recovery. Must be able to maintain good program records and filing systems. Must have good analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all FMPA Power Plant personnel, the public and associated business affiliates. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form.
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, Minimum working experience of ten plus years in the Power Generation industry which should include direct experience with contractors, power plant or heavy industrial maintenance and operations experience. Extensive experience in steam generation, gas turbines, steam turbines and their auxiliaries coupled with exposure to operations and maintenance practices and procedures. Experience with computerized maintenance management systems and advanced project tracking software, outage planning and support. Extensive experience with RCA and MOC process and procedures. Florida Professional Engineering License is a plus.
Physical Requirements
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 75 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires walking and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling and pushing or pulling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock and exposure to vibration; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). The ability to discern the colors red, green, amber and blue as used in troubleshooting electrical diagrams, control system process and in color coding used in electronic and electrical component repairs. The ability to lift weights or twist with a force of up to 75 pounds, as in the removal and replacement of access doors to equipment, turning of valves, hoisting of material overhead. Working in Confined spaces and at heights, as in entering internal areas of the turbine for inspection or repairs during outages, climbing ladders to gain access, working within tight quarters of surrounding piping and conduit to perform troubleshooting functions.
Special Requirements
May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental
assignment. Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position.
Last revised: 6/19/2024