An engineer that drives the safe and reliable operation the District's electrical generating assets. The individual is assigned accountability for specific engineering and asset management programs and provides timely technical analyses on plant equipment and systems, and operating and maintenance practices, in order to ensure economic and technically sound operations. Position is primarily based centrally at the corporate headquarters but may be called upon to serve on-site at any of the generating stations. Works closely with OPPD generation facility staff, other departments within OPPD, outside vendors, and/or contractors to acquire information, resolve problems and implement solutions. Generation Asset Management is responsible for 3 general functions to support operation of OPPD¿s generation assets. This engineering role will primarily work in 1 of these functional areas but also support the other areas when needed. Those areas are as follows:
Engineering Programs (i.e. boiler reliability, welding, high energy piping, etc)
Long Term Asset Management (e.g. developing Asset Management Plans)
Predictive Maintenance (PdM) and Rotating Equipment Subject Matter Experts
Under technical direction, provide Asset Management engineering services for OPPD electrical generating facilities to assure safe, economical and reliable operation, based on education and within engineering discipline.
Implement testing, inspection and predictive maintenance programs for power generating equipment and systems.
Analyze test, inspection and predictive maintenance results and make sound engineering recommendations to improve plant operation and maintenance.
Produce accurate, thorough, and concise reports, both written and oral, presenting results of engineering analysis performed and recommendations for further action.
Provide technical direction of outage projects, including coordination of internal craft and external contractor work.
Conduct acceptance testing following major modifications or construction of new equipment or systems.
Perform testing and analysis to ensure compliance with regulations and project objectives. Review proposed regulations for impact on the operation of OPPD assets.
Prepare feasibility studies and cost evaluations to recommend projects and as input to budgeting process.
Specific assigned engineering programs include: reliability, performance, efficiency, boiler, welding, operating statistics, etc.
Develop and implement Asset Management Plans for Utility Operations.
Establish long term asset management strategies and plans
Develop proactive and predictive tracking, trending, and reporting of reliability metrics and improvement recommendations to achieve operational, financial, and customer satisfaction goals
Under technical direction, provide Predictive Maintenance and Rotating Equipment engineering services for OPPD¿s generation assets
Serve as technical expert on generation rotating equipment with an emphasis on vibration analysis and reliability evaluations
Evaluate and communicate component condition and risks to both technical audiences and management
Serve as a technical expert for rotating equipment operation and maintenance
Develop and implement long term monitoring and maintenance strategies
Develop and lead efforts to improve equipment reliability
Accountable for complete understanding of assigned functional area including the principles of implementation, industry best practices, and appropriate processes/procedures.
Accountable for a cursory understanding of all applicable governmental, Code, Industry standards.
Accountable for complete understanding of internal procedures, policies, and reliability standards.
Accountable for safety, reliability, operability and economy of assigned tasks and projects.
Qualifications
Required:
Four (4) year Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree (ABET-accredited degree) OR Professional Engineer (PE)
Two (2) years of equivalent engineering work experience. Coop or internship experience(s) may count towards work experience. Master's degree may be considered for up to two years of experience.
Effective oral presentation skills, and written communications to a level that data can be requested, analysis summarized, and conclusions detailed.
General engineering knowledge and a working knowledge of the utility industry.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and capability to work in a team environment while planning and completing independent tasks, assignments, and small projects.
Two years equivalent experience with monitoring, diagnostics, or operation of rotating equipment (PdM only)
A valid driver's license
Desired:
Advanced degree in an Engineering discipline related to power generation.
EIT / Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination
Engineering internship / Coop in power generation or related field
Familiarity and experience in AutoDesk (CAD, Inventor, Vault), Bentley MicroStation, PowerBI, Tableau
Demonstrated capabilities of researching, decision making, and presenting to a diverse audience.
Advanced MS Office Professional Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint).
Awareness of applicable codes: ASME, OSHA, NFPA, IEEE, etc.
Knowledge base in specific assigned program: reliability, efficiency, boiler, welding, operating statistics, etc
Vibration Analysis certification from accredited organization
Closing Statement
Salary Grade: S4Minimum: $86,386 Midpoint: $107,982At Omaha Public Power District , we're passionate about three things: power, the people who make it, and the people who rely on it. WE ARE: Where the Light Starts. OPPD is the 12th-largest public power utility in the U.S., serving over 850,000 people across 5,000 square miles and 13 counties. WE¿RE COMMITTED TO: Each other and the people we serve. This commitment drives us. We're dedicated to providing our communities with affordable, reliable, and environmentally sensitive energy services today, tomorrow, and well into the future. OUR JOB: To provide power with a purpose. We have real impact - on people's lives, on the environment, and on the future of energy. We're always looking for bright, capable people who want an opportunity to lead from where you are, wherever you are, and know that your ideas will be heard. If you want to be a source of real, positive change for the community and the people who live in this region, then working for a company acknowledged for caring about these same things is likely a priority for you as well. Org Marketing Statement EOE: Protected Veterans/DisabilityHow To Apply Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before 10/31/2024. Recruiter: Michael Fierro - [email protected] #LI-MF PLEASE NOTE - Your application has not been submitted unless you have applied for a specific requisition. If you have not chosen a specific opening, your application will remain in 'DRAFT' form and will not be viewed by our Human Capital staff.