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Mechanical Engineer (Generation) I, II, III or Senior

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc.33 open roles

Pay
$113,000 – $157,000 a year
Where
Fort Lupton, CO, United States
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10.1% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. postings stay open a median of 4 days.

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  2. 4.0%3 days
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  4. 15.7%14 days
  5. 34.0%30 days
This job: posted 21 days ago

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. median: 4 days open

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Job Description

Responsible for the strategic leadership and project management of generation capital and operations and maintenance projects including planning, directing, or coordinating engineering, and procurement (including materials and services) activities and management of generation facilities' construction projects. Perform engineering analyses for the inception, , development, and execution of projects in support of generation operations. Manage the complete life cycle of capital projects including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing. Administer the fulfilment of contracts and develop and conduct presentations as assigned.

Note: There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Mechanical Engineer (Generation) I; job grade 7; Mechanical Engineer (Generation) II, job grade 8; Mechanical Engineer (Generation) III; job grade 9 or Senior Mechanical Engineer (Generation); job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire.

Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Retirement Option, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits.

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Generation)

Hiring Salary Range: $113,000-$157,000

Mechanical Engineer (Generation) III

Hiring Salary Range: $101,000-$140,000

Mechanical Engineer (Generation) II

Hiring Salary Range: $91,000-$125,000

Mechanical Engineer (Generation) I

Hiring Salary Range: $82,000-$112,000

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education and/or skill level.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and direction on assigned projects.
  • Perform engineering analyses of process systems at generation facilities.
  • Initiate and develop project scopes, schedules, justifications, and budgets for both Capital and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) projects.
  • Conduct or coordinate engineering design of capital improvement projects for generation facilities.
  • Prepare technical specifications and scope of work for proposals and coordinate the development of contract documents.
  • Monitor and control progress, performance, and project costs.
  • Finalize all project activities to formally close-out assigned capital projects.
  • Prepare and make presentations for project justifications, design reviews and project approvals.
  • Conduct engineering review of operating and maintenance requirements for generation, with input from Operations.
  • Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job.
  • Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job.
  • Provide project management during the implementation of Capital and O&M Projects.
  • Administer Contracts including Contractor oversite and both technical and commercial adherence to contract requirements
  • Monitor on-site contractors and field work for associated projects.
  • Responsible for communicating with all project stakeholders and participants providing timely responses to information and documentation needs.
  • Participate in the selection of consulting firms and monitor their engineering activities.
  • Direct the work of others, as required.
  • Assist with training of personnel.
  • Complete reports and special projects, as required.
  • Assist in the preparation and administration of the annual budget, work plans, long-range forecasts including project specific budget/cash flow management.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited program.
  • Professional Engineering License is preferred.
  • Experience with Combined Cycle and Simple Cycle plants is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

  • Expert knowledge of operation and maintenance of generating facilities.
  • Expert knowledge of applicable Codes and Standards, such as ASME B31.1 and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
  • Strong knowledge of PC programs and application to functional tasks.
  • Working knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
  • Working knowledge of government regulations and industry standards affecting electric utilities.
  • Ability to direct the work of others.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.

Experience:

  • Eight (8) + years of progressive experience in generating plant design and construction work.
  • Experience with Combined Cycle and Simple Cycle with frame and/or aero-derivative gas turbines is preferred.

Other:

  • Willingness to travel up to 30 percent of the time on an annual basis. (Must possess a valid drivers license.)
  • Desire to work in power plant design and betterment design.

Note: The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Mechanical Engineer (Generation). Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level.

About Us

Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with electric distribution cooperatives and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to nearly a million electricity consumers across roughly 200,000 square miles of the West.

Founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity, Tri-State is now headquartered in Westminster, Colo., employing approximately 1,000 people across five states.

Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas, hydropower, wind, and solar. This power reaches members via a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and almost 6,000 miles of high voltage transmission lines.

As a member-owned and -governed cooperative, every member has a voice and an equal vote in the future of Tri-State.

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