NRG Energy · 2 hours ago
Regional Engineer/Specialist
Princeton, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $162K/yr
5+ years expNRG Energy is a dynamic company encouraging employee career development. The Regional Engineer/Specialist will oversee technical activities and engineering resources while driving continuous improvement across power generation facilities.
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Responsibilities
Leading the technical operations at various plants, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation
Develop, build and maintain a working relationship with site personnel consistent with supporting open communication
Work effectively in a team environment as a leader, member and/or facilitator
Collaborating with corporate engineering, plant personnel, and external firms on the design and commissioning of complex projects
Oversee, conduct and document feasibility reviews of proposed projects
Provides a review path for all engineering, designs, and economic justification of station projects and modifications
Aid in the development of project management strategies, contract strategies and enhancements to improve project execution
Tracking plant performance parameters, coordinating testing to determine root causes of problems, and identifying process improvements to enhance commercial availability and heat rate
Supporting project budget development, managing annual budgetary requirements, and performing spend analysis and variance reporting
Assists in the development of business plans and capital/ expense budgets to support ongoing asset integrity
Ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and applicable laws and rules
Providing technical support and training to junior staff, fostering strong labor-management relations, and assisting in the hiring of personnel
Conduct or help procure training as required within identified processes
Utilizing data systems for cost control, asset management, and financial reporting, and presenting data and analysis to executive management
Provide guidance in the resolution of plant O&M problems by reviewing and building preventive maintenance plans consistent with supporting safe, reliable, and environmentally compliant plant operation
Provide oversight in ensuring industry standard operational practices are in place
Assist in the development, review & revision of station technical instructions and procedures
Perform other duties and assignments as required
Qualification
Required
BS Engineering or Technical Degree
5 years of experience in a power, chemical or industrial plant dealing with boilers, turbines, heat exchangers, condensers, material handling equipment, compressors, fans, pumps, generators, transformers, motors, power distribution equipment and electrical protection systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
BS Engineering or Technical Degree
10 years of experience in a power plant, chemical plant or industrial plant dealing with boilers, turbines, heat exchangers, condensers, material handling equipment, compressors, fans, pumps, generators, transformers, motors, power distribution equipment and electrical protection systems
Successful candidates typically possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement
The role requires the ability to manage large budgets and lead cross-functional teams in a geographically diverse organization
Benefits
Annual bonus
Short- and long-term incentives
Program-specific awards
Medical
Vision
Dental
401K
Flexible spending accounts
Company
NRG Energy
NRG Energy is an integrated power generation and supply firm that offers offsite solar, wind power, and smart grid retail services.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (31)
2024 (19)
2023 (25)
2022 (14)
2021 (9)
2020 (25)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.99BKey Investors
Public Utility Commission of Texas
2025-09-24Post Ipo Debt· $4.9B
2025-08-04Post Ipo Debt· $216M
2024-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
Leadership Team
Lawrence S Coben
President, CEO and Chair of the Board
Anne C Schaumburg
Lead Independent Director
Recent News
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