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Intermediate Mechanical Engineer - Energy Production

Location Madison

Job Category Mechanical Engineering

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Position Purpose

Provides engineering and technical support for power generation facilities, with responsibility for managing capital and maintenance projects, conducting equipment testing and analysis, and supporting safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

This role leads troubleshooting for operational issues, supports installation and commissioning activities, and contributes to the continuous improvement of plant performance.

Core Responsibilities

Note: This is not an all-inclusive list.

• Manage capital and operations and maintenance (O&M) projects, including coordination of scope, schedule, and budget

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors and contractors to support project development and execution

• Design and conduct tests on power plant equipment; analyze results and provide recommendations for performance improvement

• Develop detailed test plans and procedures that ensure safety, operational continuity, and coordination across impacted teams

• Troubleshoot plant equipment issues and recommend corrective actions to resolve operational and maintenance problems

• Support installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment; provide technical oversight and issue resolution

• Analyze operating data and logs to identify trends, diagnose issues, and improve system performance

• Contribute to the development of capital and O&M budgets by identifying needs and recommending projects

• Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and training programs

• Maintain and improve documentation control and change management standards for power plant systems

• Participate in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours technical support

Behavioral Competencies

• Ensures Accountability – Holds self accountable for delivering high-quality, accurate work and meeting commitments

• Collaborates – Builds partnerships and works effectively with others to achieve shared objectives

• Communicates Effectively – Delivers clear, concise information tailored to audience needs

• Manages Complexity – Applies structured thinking to solve moderately complex technical and operational problems

• Plans and Aligns – Organizes work, prioritizes tasks, and aligns efforts with departmental and organizational goals

Skills and Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of power plant systems (boilers, turbines, generators, pumps, valves, steam systems) – Intermediate

• Understanding of plant performance metrics (efficiency, heat rates, fuel characteristics) – Intermediate

• Familiarity with control and instrumentation systems – Intermediate

• Foundational to intermediate knowledge of electrical systems (relays, transformers, breakers, auxiliary systems)

• Project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, budget coordination) – Intermediate

• Data analysis and technical reporting – Intermediate

• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis – Intermediate

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Safety and compliance awareness (industrial and environmental) – Intermediate

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited university

• Valid driver’s license required

Experience

• Prefer seven or more years of experience in power generation or a related industrial environment

• Ongoing learning through classes and seminars related to power plant and utility technologies

• Maintains working knowledge of applicable construction and safety codes (ASME, ASTM), governmental regulations (NERC reliability standards), and company rules and procedures

Work Location

In-person role based at power plant locations in Madison, WI

Additional Information

Pre-employment will require satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

We are an AA/EOE employer and consider all qualified candidates without regard to protected status.