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Omaha Public Power District Reliability Engineer III in Omaha, Nebraska
An experienced 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
With little to no 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 power plants.
Prepare feasibility studies and cost evaluations to recommend projects and as input to budgeting process.
- 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
Accountable for detailed understanding of assigned programs including the principles of implementation, industry best practices, and appropriate processes/procedures.
Accountable for a complete understanding of all applicable governmental, Code, Industry standards, and environmental regulations.
Accountable for the detailed understanding of internal procedures, policies, and reliability standards.
Accountable for safety, reliability, operability and economy of assigned tasks and projects.
Leads multi-disciplinary teams of both engineers and craft in execution of projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
Four (4) year Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree (ABET-accredited degree) OR Professional Engineer (PE) certificate
Four (4) years of equivalent engineering work experience. Special projects and committees including technical skills may be considered for experience durations. Master's degree may be considered for up to two years of experience.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the utility industry and power generation
Knowledgeable in the various regulations and codes, which apply to the specific engineering discipline.
Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills with the ability to adapt the communication for a varying audiences
Vibration Category II Certification or within first year of employment (PdM Only)
A valid driver's license
Desired:
Familiarity and experience with Ventyx (Asset Suite), Cognos, AutoDesk (CAD, Inventor, Vault), Bentley MicroStation, PeopleSoft
Minor, Masters, or certification in data analysis or analytic techniques.
Master's degree in Engineering or Business.
Engineer in Training (EIT/FE) or other relevant industry-level education / certification
Working knowledge of ISO 55000
Applicable qualifications or certificates from Institute of Asset Management or equivalent professional body
Supervisory, Leadership, or Management experience
Strong knowledge base in power plant programs
Strong knowledge base in Predictive Maintenance
Demonstrated capabilities of researching engineering and operational issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and presenting recommendations.
Advanced MS Office Professional Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Electric utility power plant operation and maintenance exposure.
Understanding of codes and regulations applicable to power generation facilities
Electrical - experience with medium voltage equipment and large generators
Mechanical ¿ experience with boilers and turbines
Category IV vibration analyst certification (PdM specific)
Experience balancing rotating equipment (PdM specific)
Certification or training in any of the following: Lubrication Analysis, Motor Offline/Online Motor Testing, Infrared Thermography. (PdM specific)
Familiarity and experience with field vibration diagnostic equipment and software such as provided by Bently Nevada or SKF. (PdM specific)
Closing Statement
Salary Grade: S5
Minimum: $94,112
Midpoint: $117,640
At 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/Disability
How To Apply
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before 10/31/2024.
Recruiter: Michael Fierro - mrfierro@oppd.com #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.