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Cordia Group · 1 day ago

Thermal - Plant Engineer

Cordia LLC is a trusted provider of sustainable energy solutions, seeking a Plant Engineer to support their Omaha, NE district energy facility. This role involves leading capital investment and major maintenance projects, improving plant performance, and supporting safety, reliability, and sustainability initiatives.

Property DevelopmentProperty ManagementReal EstateResidential

Responsibilities

Lead capital and major maintenance projects from concept through commissioning, with ownership of safety, scope, schedule, and budget
Collaborate with plant leadership to define project scopes, business justifications, and deliverables aligned with operational and financial goals
Develop technical specifications, engineering designs, and construction packages in coordination with internal engineering resources and external partners
Prepare detailed cost estimates and support annual budgeting and long-range capital planning
Perform monthly project forecasting and cost tracking to support accurate financial reporting
Oversee onsite construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and execution standards
Coordinate commissioning activities with plant operations and maintenance teams
Contribute to the development and standardization of Cordia’s project management and engineering practices
Lead design reviews and Management of Change (MOC) processes
Develop and implement best practices related to project execution, construction management, and plant modifications
Promote a culture of continuous improvement in safety, reliability, maintenance, and operational performance
Provide technical support for equipment troubleshooting, plant initiatives, and assigned engineering analyses
Support reliability programs including CMMS development, root cause analysis, and equipment health assessments
Assist with the development and execution of long-term sustainability and decarbonization initiatives
Support business development efforts by reviewing potential growth projects
Participate in customer-facing meetings and technical discussions as needed

Qualification

District Energy SystemsCombined HeatPower (CHP)Project ManagementEngineering DesignConstruction ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteERP SystemsTechnical SupportRoot Cause AnalysisStakeholder EngagementCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical engineering, or construction management
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in project management, operations, maintenance, or engineering roles
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project scheduling tools
Knowledge of industry best practices related to construction management, safety, and project execution
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic operating environment
Comfortable working across multiple facilities and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders

Preferred

Experience working in an industrial environment preferred
Experience with ERP systems, including NetSuite, preferred
Direct experience with district energy systems and combined heat and power (CHP) technologies
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Advanced degree in engineering or business administration
LEED accreditation

Benefits

Annual performance-based bonus
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement match, paid time off, and paid holidays
Hybrid work schedule with flexible work schedules for onsite and remote work

Company

Cordia Group

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Cordia, subsidiary of the Hungarian Futureal Group is a leading residential real estate developer in Central and Eastern Europe.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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