Mechanical Engineer

NRG

(Farm to Market 39)
Full Time Travel Required
Job Posting Details
About NRG
NRG is the leading integrated power company in the U.S., built on the strength of the nation's largest and most diverse competitive electric generation portfolio and leading retail electricity platform. A Fortune 200 company, NRG creates value through best in class operations, reliable and efficient electric generation, and a retail platform serving residential and commercial businesses.
Responsibilities
* Performs calculations in appropriate engineering discipline * Performs field inspections and takes field measurements * Ensures company resources are used in a cost effective manner * Supports and emphasizes the importance of safety and environmental programs and ensures regulatory compliance * Participates and/or leads teams that focus on specific problem areas or needs for generating units * Initiates/participates in continuous improvement planning and implementation in assigned area of responsibility * Prepares written reports in assigned area of responsibility * May be required to direct the work activities of others * Recognizes problems and is proactive in helping to resolve them * Prepares equipment and system procurement specifications * Performs technical/economic evaluations on system and equipment proposals and coordinates evaluations with Purchasing * Prepares construction, installation, maintenance and repair specifications * Performs project management from conception to completion * Supports operations and maintenance with problem solving, information requests, change analysis, root cause investigations, equipment performance, failure analysis, preventive and predictive maintenance. * Support projects with engineering expertise for specification, design and construction of projects in accordance with plant requirements, QA/QC, quality plans and regulatory codes * Ensures designs are safe and comply with applicable codes and standards * Prepares operating instructions as required * Uses AutoCAD, Solid Works, Sketch up as required * Monitors the progress and performance of work performed by Architect/Engineers, Vendors, or other Companies to assure that all equipment designs are adequate and comply with all technical and contractual requirements * Reviews engineering design standards, guidelines, and procedures * Prepares/maintains drawings, manuals and other documentation * Provide technical direction and supervision for NRG crews and contractors performing site maintenance and construction work.
Ideal Candidate
* Detailed knowledge of power plant systems and equipment in appropriate engineering discipline * Ability to understand and interpret drawings and specifications * Knowledge of and ability to apply applicable industry and company standards and codes * Ability to use PC and associated software applications (MS Office) to collect and analyze data and produce spreadsheets, databases, and reports * Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts (verbal and written) * Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals * Ability to perform as a team member or leader in a cross-functional team environment and achieve consensus decisions * Ability to perform inspections of power plant systems and equipment and take field measurements * Ability to support and maintain schedule on several concurrent assignments * Ability to perform standard and specialized calculations in appropriate engineering discipline * Basic understanding of the processes, systems, assets, resources, key personnel, and business functions of the SBU * Ability to read, create and follow written policies and procedures * Ability to read, write and understand English * Ability to perform economic analyses * Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving skills * Ability to use AutoCAD, Solid Works, Sketch up and other applications * Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations **Education/Experience** * Minimum of a Baccalaureate degree in appropriate Engineering discipline from an accredited college or university * 5 – 10 years experience in power plant engineering or similar industrial facility **Competencies** * Uses and maintains technical and professional knowledge, shares that knowledge with others, and recognizes/applies new technology in a cost effective manner * Obtains and applies knowledge of competitive business practices in daily work activities and decision making * Seeks and understands the customer/client’s needs and focuses on meeting and exceeding their expectations * Willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done * Anticipates and accepts changes in the organization and adapts to meet the new requirements * Committed to making the workplace safe and environmentally sound * Willing to accept accountability for own decisions, performance, and behavior **Working Conditions** * Normal office environment and/or out of doors work environment. (Including working at heights, high/low ambient temperatures and high humidity areas at generating unit work locations) * Requires operation of a motor vehicle; Texas Driver’s License * Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect or collect data on plant equipment * Work overtime and non-standard hours as required * Requires occasional travel outside the business area * Requires wearing personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.) * May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials and chemicals and hot equipment/environments * Requires operation of a personal computer * Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities

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