Project Engineer

Role OverviewThe Senior Project Engineer, under general guidance, directs or performs engineering assignments of major size or complexity and makes independent decisions on engineering problems and methods. The role combines project engineering leadership with advanced technical expertise in generating station systems.You will be responsible for managing project budgets, schedules, lifecycle activities, and technical execution while serving as a subject matter expert in critical generation systems and reliability requirements.The role requires a strong understanding of generation system behavior, equipment performance, and compliance requirements within utility-scale power plants.Core Responsibilities:Project Engineering & ManagementLead end-to-end project execution from scope development through commissioningManage budgets, schedules, funding requests, and appropriationsDevelop technical specifications, scoping documents, and purchase specificationsServe as primary interface with vendors and contractorsEvaluate bids, review submittals, and oversee contract deliverablesMaintain project documentation including status reporting and financial trackingTechnical Expertise & Design EngineeringMaintain strict design basis discipline across all project phasesEvaluate and design solutions for new and refurbishment projectsPerform technical and economic analyses and feasibility studiesProvide engineering justification for equipment replacement and upgradesConduct cross-discipline drawing and work package reviews (electrical, mechanical, I&C)Recommend design improvements and approve field design changes when requiredSupport resolution of complex engineering issues at generating station sitesRisk Identification & Process ImprovementProactively identify and escalate engineering risks, scope gaps, and ambiguities earlyParticipate in peer reviews of engineering and removal packagesReinforce design basis understanding and quality assurance practicesDrive continuous improvement in engineering workflows, documentation standards, and lessons learnedStakeholder Engagement & CoordinationCollaborate with Steam & Gas Engineering working groups, Operations, and maintenance teamsCoordinate across electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and civil disciplinesAlign technical solutions with operational requirements and system constraintsCommunicate technical findings and project updates to management and stakeholdersSupport field engineering activities and plant site visitsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering (8+ years) or Master’s degree (6+ years)Experience in utility, power generation, or heavy industrial environmentsStrong knowledge of generation systems, equipment testing, and reliability standardsProven experience in project engineering and lifecycle managementAbility to work across multi-discipline engineering teamsFamiliarity with NFPA, IEEE, and utility engineering standards preferredExperience supporting NERC compliance activities preferredPE license preferred