Plant Engineer (Entry Level)

Summary

Per Se Group has an excellent contract job opportunity for a Plant Engineer to work with our industry-leading Power Plant client. Under the guidance of the Maintenance Manager, the Entry-Level Plant Engineer will support plant engineering, operations, maintenance, and project management. This role provides an opportunity to apply engineering principles in a hands-on environment while ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and apply plant design principles and assist in the Management of Change (MOC) program.
• Support investigations into equipment failures and contribute to Root Cause Analysis.
• Develop relationships with equipment manufacturers and vendors.
• Assist in making cost-effective engineering decisions to enhance plant performance.
• Support regulatory compliance efforts related to NERC, Regional Reliability Entity, and EIA standards.
• Oversee contractor and vendor activities, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Assist in analyzing plant performance and efficiency, reporting findings to leadership.
• Maintain technical documentation, including drawings and reference materials.
• Support capital project planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Participate in scheduling and coordinating maintenance activities.
• Document plant maintenance activities to maintain accurate historical records.
• Collaborate in a team-oriented work environment to improve plant operations.
• Provide support for operations and maintenance training programs.
• Assist in optimizing the plant’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Contribute to outage planning and work scope development.
• Provide on-call emergency support as needed.
• Assist in developing specifications for equipment and materials.
• Participate in designing and justifying plant improvements and modifications.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with power plant operations, gas/steam technologies, or maintenance is a plus.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including turbines and generators, is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic engineering software.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting (up to 50 lbs), climbing, and working in various conditions.
• Valid driver’s license required for business-related travel.
• This role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain hands-on engineering experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  
  

The pay range for this role is $35-40/hr. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire and schedule type). Our contractor employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes: medical/Rx, dental, vision, voluntary life, AD&D and disability insurance; 401(k) with employer match; health care savings account; and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs. Additional information can be provided on request.