Generation Engineer Senior or Lead

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800 communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position summary:

Manage and oversee projects related to coal handling and boiler systems, or turbine and rotating equipment, ensuring integration with electrical and control systems to maintain safe and reliable power generation operations.

Pay Range: This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.
Senior: $94,800 - $156, 250
Lead: $103,150 - $170,200

Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Engineering Manager or Director of Power Generation.

Location: Gillette, Wyoming

Essential Job Functions:
* Lead and manage projects involving coal handling systems, boilers, pulverizers, conveyors; or rotating equipment like turbines, compressors, pumps and fans, ensuring mechanical integrity and performance from conception to completion.
* Evaluate and revise maintenance procedures for plant mechanical systems, documenting updates and driving training initiatives.
* Manage the conducting of performance testing, tuning, and optimization of coal-fired boilers and associated machinery, integrating mechanical with electrical and control systems.
* Oversee the preparation and review of plant procedures and system descriptions related to mechanical equipment, ensuring equipment reliability, safety and environmental compliance and efficiency.
* Coordinate with external vendors for third-party maintenance, ensuring quality and adherence to project specifications.
* Assist in budget preparation for capital, maintenance, and operational activities focused on coal and mechanical systems.
* Facilitate the integration of new technologies aimed at improving reliability, environmental compliance, and safety.
* Ensure all project documentation is maintained accurately, reflecting any changes or updates in the management of change process.

Additional Responsibilities
* Interface effectively with consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies concerning coal and mechanical systems.
* Work closely with Operations and Maintenance to identify and implement capital projects, particularly those involving coal technology.
* Maintain strategic partnerships with internal departments like Generation Dispatch to align on business objectives.

What Is Required:
Senior:
* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical engineering with direct involvement in coal-fired boiler, coal handling systems, or in managing projects related to turbine and rotating equipment, required.
Lead:
* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering with direct involvement in coal-fired boiler, coal handling systems, or in managing projects related to turbine and rotating equipment, required.

What Is Desired:
* Deep knowledge of power generation principles, focusing on coal-fired systems and the integration of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
* Strong mechanical engineering background with the ability to apply this knowledge to coal handling, boiler systems, and rotating equipment.
* Proficiency in project management, particularly in managing third-party engagements for system maintenance and upgrades.
* Experience with reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) processes for mechanical systems.
* Excellent problem-solving skills to address technical challenges in coal and rotating equipment.
* Ability to read, interpret, and develop mechanical and electrical drawings.
* Proficient in using MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, CMMS (EAM), PI, and PeopleSoft for project documentation and management.
* Strong communication skills for leading meetings, presenting project updates, and training staff.
* Ability to work independently or as part of a team, adapting to varying project needs.
* Commitment to safety practices and environmental regulations in all project phases.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.