Omaha Public Power District · 20 hours ago
Lead Engineer - Power Generation Engineering
Bellevue, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$144K/yr - $151K/yr
5+ years expOmaha Public Power District is a significant public power utility in the U.S., and they are seeking a Lead Engineer to provide technical expertise and leadership within the Power Generation Engineering team. The role involves monitoring plant systems, leading troubleshooting efforts, and ensuring the efficient delivery of engineering services.
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Responsibilities
Perform expert technical engineering functions of the Power Generation Engineer including:
Independently executes all functions of system health monitoring including identification of critical systems or components required for reliable plant operation, identify trends and issues adversely affecting reliability and performance, and develop corrective action plans for resolution as part of the reliability centered maintenance program
Evaluate present and future risks to safety, reliability, and equipment performance and issue professional technical recommendations based on their professional analysis and assessment
Independently perform analysis or diagnostic evaluations and adapting and applying extensive and diversified knowledge principles in broad areas of assignments and related fields
Develop and maintain expert understanding of assigned systems
Applies project management principals to support the execution of large, complex, or time sensitive assignments or projects
Develop and lead complex troubleshooting of for highly complex plant issues
Accountable for thorough understanding and application of applicable codes, regulations, and internal policies and procedures
Leads multi-disciplinary teams of both engineers and craft in execution of projects as assigned
Assist with development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the system health monitoring program, as well as other engineering processes associated with the EPRI Equipment Reliability Program
Assist Manager Power Generation Engineering with the day-to-day task assignment, coaching, feedback, reporting, performance evaluation and assignment of work priorities/workloads for team members. (As Assigned By Manager Power Generation Engineering; 40% or less of role)
In the absence of management, evaluate workloads, priorities and assign appropriate resources to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of departmental products & services
Act as the first point of contact for all division engineering services for the station
Assist with the resolution of escalated issues, questions and work stoppage situations. (As assigned by or in absence of Manager Power Generation Engineering)
Monitor, coach and recommend additional training solutions for team members to develop the skills, knowledge and experience to be effective in role
Maintain a detailed Subject Matter Expert with regard to the work and roles of the team. Assist in the training of new staff and cross training of existing staff. (As Assigned by Manager Power Generation Engineering)
Provide input to the development of performance management documentation
Keep informed and up to date on new industry methods and developments affecting OPPD's electrical generation facilities and develop new practices or programs to improve performance and support strategic objectives
Develop new processes or procedures, or improve existing, to maintain technical relevance, improve performance or fulfill OPPD strategic objectives
Represent OPPD as a technical expert for industry groups
Evaluate emerging issues from an engineering and operations perspective
Qualification
Required
BS Degree in Engineering or other Engineering degree related to power generation
Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Nebraska, or means of reciprocity within six months or must attain within one (1) year from placement to remain in role
Generally, five (5) years of related engineering work experience. Master's degree may be considered for up to two years of experience
Demonstrated broad prospective across multiple engineering disciplines and a thorough industry knowledge
Demonstrated perspective combining both technical and business attributes
Demonstrated bias for action taking proactive response anticipating and challenges
Demonstrated capability to lead, motivate, and develop technical team members including the ability to encourage diverse ideas and concepts and effectively deal with conflict
Working knowledge of OPPD work processes and computer systems Advanced MS Office Professional Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Strong communications, presentation, and negotiation skills
Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities utilizing creativity, foresight and mature judgement
Ability to organize, prioritize and complete multiple projects simultaneously with frequent changing priorities
Ability to interact with internal and external customers in a professional and respectful manner
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license
Preferred
Two (2) years of experience in supervision or management of engineering or technical professionals
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Advanced Degree (MBA or MS – qualifies for up to two (2) year's experience
Familiarity with alternative energy solutions
Working experience with robust reliability centered maintenance program
Thorough knowledge of generating stations and energy markets
Company
Omaha Public Power District
Omaha Public Power District is a public electric utility in the state of Nebraska.
1001-5000 employees
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