Plant Performance and Reliability Engineer III

Colorado Springs Utilities
US - Colorado - Colorado Springs
January 18, 2025
Engineering

Plant Performance and Reliability - Engineer III

The Performance and Reliability Engineer III will provide subject matter expertise in the execution of the Performance Monitoring and Testing Program to improve the overall performance and reliability of operational assets by delivering actionable insight to address identified issues.
In this job, you will analyze data, identify potential problems, and develop solutions to improve or maintain process and system performance and to prevent failures or breakdowns to reduce downtime and maintenance costs.
This position requires an advanced understanding of processes and process equipment used within power generation, water and wastewater plants, and gas systems, as well as the application of thermodynamics, including both the Rankine and Brayton cycles, and fluid mechanics to evaluate operational performance.

The qualified candidate will.

Plan and direct critical tests and monitoring activities to ensure system and process reliability and efficient operation
Develop and monitor key performance indicators for systems and components within our system and should have a strong understanding of mechanical equipment operation and maintenance
Develop, and perform monitoring and reporting efforts, through the development and use of advanced analytics including advanced pattern recognition technologies, thermal performance monitoring software, and other historical operational data analysis tools as required
Create and maintain computer models and performance monitoring tools to aid in the analysis and operation of systems
Perform analysis and review of unit and component conditions, technical drawings, cost, specification design, and feasibility
Coordinate and perform inspections and routine and special tests; participate in on-site audits
Prepare analysis and performance reports and technical memos
Monitor and track operational issues
Coordinate with internal customers to troubleshoot and find resolution to operational issues discovered through monitoring activities
Conduct studies and research, including benchmarking of system performance against industry standards and equipment lifecycle and performance analysis to inform the organization on maintenance, risk, and investment opportunities
Provide technical guidance to other engineering employees, operations and maintenance staff, and/or contractors and coordinate efforts concerning operational performance
Guide and mentor engineering support coordinators, interns, and other entry-level engineers
Develops, recommends and implements policies, procedures, processes, guidelines and standards concerning engineering best practices and techniques.

Who you are.

A bachelor's degree in mechanical Engineering from an accredited university; with an emphasis on Power generation or utility Systems is highly valued
Relevant and progressively responsible experience in operations engineering, plant engineering, process equipment evaluation and troubleshooting, root cause analysis
An Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license is valued
Skills of value include communication, collaboration, technical writing, and project management

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