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Job Description - Mechanical Engineer (Level Doe)


POSITION PURPOSE

This position is located at Laramie River Station in Wheatland, WY.

This position is open to varying levels of experience. 

This is an entry level engineering position that assists in gathering and evaluating data on power plant system components. This position recommends operational or design changes to improve plant efficiency. The incumbent coordinates some activities associated with plant modification projects, as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES


  • Analyze the need for plant improvements, and as directed by the incumbent’s supervisor, design and coordinate implementation of improvements and modifications. Mitigate the risk of equipment failure by employing reliability-engineering processes.

  • Assist plant engineering staff in completing engineering studies to improve plant equipment reliability. Activities may include utilizing and developing computer programs, collecting and evaluating test data, and preparing and reviewing technical information.

  • Work with plant operations and maintenance personnel to evaluate system performance and generate plans for improvement.

  • Evaluate key performance indicators and operational data from maintenance programs to determine its overall effectiveness on equipment reliability and plant availability.

  • Utilize computer equipment and vibration data collection instruments to diagnose problems in plant equipment.

  • Assist in updating plant engineering drawings and documents.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


  • A bachelor’s degree from an Engineering Accreditation Commission/Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) accredited Mechanical Engineering program.

  • A valid driver’s license.

     

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS


  • Field-related engineering exposure.

     

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position requires frequent sitting and lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds; and occasional standing/walking, bending/reaching, kneeling, climbing, crawling, pushing/pulling up to 15 pounds and lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. This position requires use of a keyboard/computer and occasionally working at heights up to 250 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. This position requires good finger dexterity, hand coordination, good hearing and vision. The incumbent may occasionally work in confined spaces and be exposed to extreme heat/cold, dirt, fumes, chemicals, vibration, and noise. Tools/equipment used include floating pick scaffolding, vibration testing equipment, velocity measuring probes, electronic thickness testers, slag hammer, computer equipment, and surveying equipment. This position must be respirator qualified.

KEY SKILLS


  • Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

  • Good organizational skills, technical writing skills and the ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, creative problem-solving skills, and the ability to interface with other plant personnel.

  • Proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

  • Ability to analyze data/reports, conduct research, implement recommendations, coordinate projects, develop plans, present information to others, and work under pressure to complete assignments.


Applicants interested in this opening should go to careers.basinelectric.com to apply.
Employees must apply through Careers in SAP SuccessFactors
Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.


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Basin Electric

Basin Electric is one of the largest electric generation and transmission cooperatives in the United States. We were created to provide reliable low-cost power for our members and today we serve 137 member cooperative systems in nine states from the Canadian border to the border of Mexico. We have a...

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