A Reliability Engineer evaluates and analyzes the reliability of manufacturing and production equipment and processes. Identifies pro-active maintenance requirements and process improvements. Works to maximize reliable performance and prevent equipment or process failures.
Minnesota (Relocation Assistance Available) Opportunity Overview Our client, a well-established owner and operator of utility-scale power generation assets, is seeking a Plant Engineer to support multiple natural gas-fired generating facilities. This individual will serve as a key technical resource supporting plant reliability, equipment performance, maintenance strategy, and capital improvement initiatives while partnering closely with operations and maintenance leadership. The ideal candidate will bring a strong turbine background, particularly supporting Siemens gas turbine technology, along with prior experience working in combined-cycle generation environments. Key Responsibilities Plant Reliability & Technical Support Provide engineering support for utility-scale power generation assets, focusing on equipment reliability, performance optimization, and operational excellence. Troubleshoot complex equipment issues and develop long-term corrective actions to improve plant availability and reliability. Perform root cause analyses for forced outages and recurring equipment failures. Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for major plant equipment. Serve as the primary engineering resource for gas turbine performance, maintenance planning, and technical troubleshooting. Support outage planning, equipment inspections, vendor coordination, and execution of major maintenance activities. Capital Projects & Continuous Improvement Lead and support capital improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and plant modifications from planning through implementation. Evaluate plant performance data and recommend engineering improvements that increase efficiency, reliability, and maintainability. Develop engineering documentation, technical procedures, and equipment recommendations. Work closely with operations, maintenance, contractors, and OEM representatives during major projects and outages. Compliance & Plant Support Maintain engineering documentation and support compliance with applicable operational, environmental, and reliability requirements. Assist with technical reporting, equipment assessments, and regulatory documentation. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to operations and maintenance personnel as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent power generation experience. Current or former Siemens Field Service Engineer with direct experience supporting utility power plant customers strongly preferred. Hands-on experience supporting Siemens SGT-800 gas turbines is required. Combined-cycle power plant experience is required, preferably supporting facilities utilizing Siemens SGT-800 and/or GE 7FA or GE A10 gas turbines. Strong understanding of gas turbine operation, maintenance practices, troubleshooting, and outage support. Experience performing equipment reliability analysis, root cause investigations, and technical problem solving. Ability to support multiple engineering priorities in a fast-paced plant environment. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience working directly for Siemens Energy supporting field service activities. Experience leading outage execution, major inspections, or turbine upgrade projects. Previous leadership, supervisory, or management experience within a power generation environment. Familiarity with plant DCS systems and balance-of-plant equipment. Experience managing contractors and coordinating OEM resources. Project management or capital project execution experience. Why Consider This Opportunity? High-impact engineering role supporting utility-scale generation assets. Opportunity to work closely with plant leadership while influencing equipment reliability and long-term asset performance. Significant involvement in outages, capital improvements, and engineering strategy. Stable organization with long-term career growth opportunities. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
