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Basin Electric Power Cooperative · 2 days ago

MECHANICAL ENGINEER (LEVEL DOE)

Wheatland, WY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Basin Electric Power Cooperative is seeking a Mechanical Engineer at their Laramie River Station in Wheatland, WY. This entry-level position involves assisting in data gathering and evaluation on power plant systems, recommending operational changes, and coordinating plant modification projects.

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Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Mechanical Engineering degreeEngineering principles knowledgeData analysisMicrosoft Office proficiencyTechnical writingOrganizational skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationCreative problem-solving

Required

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

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

Preferred

Field-related engineering exposure

Company

Basin Electric Power Cooperative

OUR MISSION We provide wholesale energy and services to our member-owners.

Founded in 1961

Bismarck, North Dakota, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.basinelectric.com/

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