University of Massachusetts Amherst · 2 days ago
Second Class Power Plant Engineer
Amherst, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Second Class Power Plant Engineer to oversee operations and maintenance tasks at their Power Plant. The role involves ensuring safe and efficient plant operation, supervising staff, and maintaining compliance with environmental and safety standards.
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Responsibilities
Oversees and provides guidance on all Power Plant operations, including startup and shutdown of main plant components and auxiliaries assuring that electrical and steam generation is maintained in a safe and reliable manner
Performs control room operator duties as necessary to operate a gas and oil-fired power plant with gas turbines, boilers, and associated balance of plant equipment
Direct functional supervision of Power Plant Operator assigned to their shift. Assists in the orientation, training, and development of Power Plant Operators. Assigns, monitors, and assures high work quality of the Power Plant Operator assigned to operating shift
Complies with and ensures that all site safety requirements and procedures are properly implemented and consistently observed
Monitors Power Plant emissions levels and operates the Power Plant within permitted limits
Identifies safety hazards and takes corrective actions as necessary
Maintains accurate and neat shift operating logs, reports, and records
Assists the Assistant Plant Manager with reporting requirements
Performs routine chemical testing
Opens and closes valves and adjusts controls to regulate flows of operating fluids
Reads and records gauges and meters
Responsible for the safe receiving, handling, and storage of ammonia, water treatment chemicals, and fuel oil
Assists in developing standard procedures for operations and maintenance
Maintains central control of the lock out/tag out logbook, lock boxes, and keys
Understands and utilizes the Power Plant computerized maintenance management system
Performs basic electrical and mechanical inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance tasks under the direction of Management when assigned
Executes work orders
Understands, is committed to, and supports non-discrimination goals
Performs other duties necessary to fulfill plant requirements
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Possession of a 2nd Class Stationary Engineer's license issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety pursuant to Chapter 146 of the Massachusetts General Laws required
Knowledge of Power Plant mechanical and electrical equipment, including motors, pumps, turbine generators, boilers, fluid systems, chemical handling, water treatment systems, cooling towers, pollution control equipment, AC and DC electrical distribution and control systems, etc., and associated maintenance functions
Knowledge of Power Plant safety policies and procedures, especially in the areas of high-energy systems, chemical handling, heavy equipment, rotating machinery, confined spaces, fire suppression, and first aid
Thorough understanding of the water treatment process. Working knowledge of the impact of water treatment requirements on overall plant operations
Knowledge of and experience in at least four (4) of the following skill areas: pipefitting, welding, machining, rigging, rotating machine repair, fabrication, machine alignment, piping schematics, mechanical drawings, electrical theory, electrical safety, vibration analysis, electrical test equipment, basic electrical trouble-shooting, and high- and low- voltage systems, equipment, and components
Demonstrated ability to operate valves, switches, controls, keyboards, and other devices associated with Power Plants
Ability to use basic hand tools, portable electric and pneumatic tools, and basic rigging equipment such as winches, hoists, and slings
Ability to comprehend and apply technical information, including mechanical and electrical drawings (such as blueprints, P&IDs, single-line diagrams, and schematics), to problem-solving situations and troubleshooting
Ability to locate, trouble-shoot, and adjust defects in mechanical equipment and/or maintain, install, modify and trouble-shoot plant electrical systems and equipment (even while on-line) without 'tripping' equipment (with supervision, if necessary)
Ability to read and write effectively in English and to do basic mathematics
Ability to communicate and coordinate work on technical subjects with other Power Plant personnel and with outside vendors
Ability to operate and maintain various analytical and test equipment
Outstanding skills in leadership and interpersonal relationships
A basic working knowledge of windows-based software programs
General knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems
General knowledge of emissions control and monitoring equipment
Possession of a Grade 2-1 full active or higher Certificate of Competency issued by the Massachusetts Board of Certifications of Operators of Wastewater Treatment Facilities pursuant to the Code of Massachusetts Regulations 257 CMR 2.00. Individuals must obtain this qualification within the first year of employment
Preferred
Five (5) years of Power Plant experience in operations and/or maintenance; control room operator qualification
Experience with gas turbine operations
High school diploma
Company
University of Massachusetts Amherst
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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$137.34MKey Investors
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2024-09-18Grant· $7.9M
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Christopher Salthouse
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Alejandro Reuss
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