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Omaha Public Power District
Mechanical Engineer III
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A Mechanical Engineer researches, designs, develops, constructs, and tests mechanical devices including machines, engines and tools. Works on devices ranging from power generators to household dishwashers to surgical equipment. May specialize in a particular type of machine or tool. May develop new devices or improve existing ones to run more efficiently.
$92,790 / year median in Nebraska
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Opportunity Profile Position Overview Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) provides affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy to the communities we serve. As a publicly owned utility, OPPD is committed to operational excellence, innovation, and ensuring the long-term reliability of our generation fleet for our customer-owners. As a Mechanical Engineer III, you will provide advanced engineering support for complex power generation systems. You will own assigned systems and equipment, deliver in-depth technical analysis, support large and time-sensitive projects, and lead troubleshooting for emergent plant issues. This position offers the opportunity to apply broad engineering principles, guide system performance improvements, and contribute significantly to the reliability and efficiency of OPPD's generating stations. The Impact You'll Have Monitor system health, identify critical reliability risks, and develop corrective actions to support reliable plant operations Perform advanced diagnostic evaluations and apply broad engineering principles to solve complex system issues Maintain deep system expertise, including operating modes, historical trends, maintenance strategies, and failure modes Support and guide the execution of large, complex, or time-sensitive projects using established project management practices Lead complex troubleshooting beyond the capabilities of Maintenance and Operations teams Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and environmental regulations Promote safe, reliable, and efficient operation of assigned systems and projects What You'll Bring Bachelor of Science in Engineering Minimum of two years of engineering experience (Master's degree may count for up to two years) Understanding of engineering codes, regulations, and discipline-specific standards Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt to varying audiences Valid driver's license Preferred Experiences Experience with Ventyx (Asset Suite), Cognos, AutoDesk tools, Bentley MicroStation, or PeopleSoft EIT/FE, PE, or other relevant engineering certifications Degree aligned with power generation Master's degree in Engineering or Business Demonstrated ability to research issues, evaluate alternatives, and present recommendations Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Exposure to power plant operations or maintenance Knowledge of power generation codes, standards, and regulations