Cordia · 12 hours ago
Thermal - Power Plant Engineer
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expCordia is a trusted provider of on-site, distributed and district energy systems, offering integrated solutions across the full energy lifecycle. They are seeking a Plant Engineer to support the Omaha district energy facility, responsible for leading capital investment and major maintenance projects, improving plant performance, and supporting safety and sustainability initiatives.
EnergyPower GridSustainability
Hiring Manager
Lydia Marcilionis
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
Required
Education: Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical engineering, or construction management
Experience: 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
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Hybrid work schedule
Flexible work schedules for onsite and remote work
Company
Cordia
Cordia is a sustainable energy solutions provider supplying thermal heating and cooling through steam and chilled water.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-06-01Seed
Leadership Team
Earl Collins
Chief Executive Officer
Jacob Graff
Chief Operations Officer
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