• Job Description

  Req#: 43590

  Title: Engineer - Mechanical or Chemical
  Company: Tampa Electric Company
  State and City: Florida - Tampa
  Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

  POSITION CONCEPT:
  This position is for an Engineer I to III level with power plant experience. This position serves as a technical employee in plant engineering, construction, operation and maintenance. The individual provides engineering and technical support to improve the reliability and availability of the preferred generating units while reducing overall costs in the assigned systems and equipment. In this position, the engineer reports to the Engineering Manager at Bayside Power Station. This position shall serve as a focal point for specific engineering skills and be able to analyze and resolve complex issues. This position should be involved in industry seminars/workshops to continue his/her technical expertise and develop new ways of treating both old and new problems. On a periodic basis, the assigned responsibilities will change/rotate within the Bayside facility or to another company location to support personal development and broader company bench strength. This position will be required to support the other plant engineers and their assigned areas of responsibilities.
  *Engineer Classification is multi-level, based on the qualifications guidelines as outlined in the Company’s Engineer Career Path, Administrative Policy 2.13.

  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  Within the limits of authorized objectives, policies, procedures, plans, schedules and budgets, this position has the responsibility and commensurate authority to:

  • Identify, evaluate, conclude, or recommend improvements to design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the assigned systems and equipment as requested
  • Develop, recommend, and maintain specifications for the maintenance, repair, and supply of assigned equipment, keep up to date equipment assessment records.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve operating upsets and recommend changes to minimize reoccurrence, lead root cause investigations to resolve problems
  • Provide technical support to plant personnel in terms of design, maintenance, repair, and operation of the assigned equipment
  • Maintain engineering initiated testing, inspection, and repair history records for assigned equipment
  • Develop and assist employees through advisory and educational activities to improve their abilities to design, construct, operate, and maintain assigned equipment
  • Lead Capital and O&M improvement projects, maintain a 5 year capital plan for assigned areas
  • Review engineering designs and specifications for new plant equipment and special projects
  • Participate in projects to produce a cost effective, on schedule, quality product or end result
  • Improve expertise in functional area through participation in industrial, technical, and professional organizations and forums
  • Support Asset Management through Critical System Review, RCA, Alarm Management, Operational Start-up Review, Process Safety Review and Mechanical Integrity Program
  • Provide support with drawing/document updates

  EDUCATION:
  Required: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering degree from an accredited college.

  LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
  Preferred: PE License.

  EXPERIENCE:
  Required: Minimum of 4 years of work experience performing the Duties & Responsibilities of this position in power plant engineering.

  KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
  Required: The position requires a working knowledge of power plant design. Knowledge of basic plant processes and chemical reactions is required. A strong attention to detail, good planning skills, good written/verbal communication skills, the ability to work in a team environment and a heightened awareness for safety is required.
  Must be able to pass a pulmonary function and negative pressure respirator fit test.
  Must be able to use personal protective equipment (PPE) on-the-job.

  WORKING CONDITIONS:
  Respond to plant needs with 24/7 coverage

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS:
  Must be able to work in dusty, hot and noisy environments
  Must be able to work from elevated platforms
  Must be able to ascend and descend from ladders and stairs

  COMPETENCIES:

  • Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
  • Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
  • Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
  • Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
  • Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity

  The successful applicant will be required to take and pass a Baseline Medical Examination as part of the pre-employment screening once an offer has been accepted. A pre-employment drug screening, as well as a background check (including education, employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.
  For jobs with physical required, list the physical that applies in the posting
  Must successfully complete the following physical worker medical exam:
  Physical Worker Medical Exam
  

• About the company

  TECO Energy Inc. is an energy-related holding company based in Tampa, Florida, and a subsidiary of Emera Incorporated.

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