Project Engineer III, Mechanical, Power Plant

Project Engineer III, Mechanical, Power Plant

Alliant Energy is currently recruiting for a Project Engineer III Power Plant, Mechanical to work in Cedar Rapids, IA. We are a publicly traded energy holding company with over 4,000 employees. Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. In this challenging role you will manage mid-large scale projects that involve equipment installation, system modification, repair and upgrades and new construction, new construction projects at our power plants. We are seeking an experienced professional with a Mechanical Engineering degree or related, strong project management skills, working knowledge the electric and steam generation industry, power plant operations and mechanical power systems such as pumps, piping, fans, heat exchangers, draft systems and material handling. To apply for this challenging opportunity please complete the online application for job #3172 and include resume and salary requirements at no later than March 15, 2012.

Supervision Received: Performs work under the direction of a Team Lead or Manager.

Supervision Given: None

Engineering project management including budget development and economic evaluation.

Development of equipment and construction specifications, construction management, system start-up commissioning, and schedule development and management.

Work on a variety of problems, some of which require in-depth analysis to determine appropriate solution; use a variety of complex tools and resources to solve problems.

In addition to the requirements for Engineer II, use tools and standards to design for safety in operating and maintaining equipment.

Maintain an awareness of customer needs and expectations and proposes solutions. Proactively involved in the identification and solution of problems falling within assigned area of responsibility with minimal guidance.

Go beyond generally accepted guidelines to analyze problems and recommend possible solutions. Assist in solving moderately complex problems by identifying new ways of using existing procedures, techniques and resources.

Apply governmental and organizational engineering standards; make recommendations for changing processes & procedures.

Interpret policy and exercise discretion and independent judgment in resolving moderately complex problems; may assist less experienced staff in making decisions.

Frequently use critical thinking skills necessary to develop recommendations which provide technically sound and the most cost effective solutions applied to a specific problem.

Demonstrate an understanding of the customer and business needs and regularly develop and implement the appropriate workable solutions to problems based on given budgetary and schedule constraints.

Make medium risk decisions that involve direct application of technical knowledge with proper sign off from customer and minimal guidance form supervisor.

Identify areas of opportunity within the scope of assigned area of responsibility which will improve performance; proactively identify and propose, operational guidelines, standards, training, strategic plans, etc., that will help the customer sustain identified improvements.

Proactively provide guidance to less experienced staff members; has established effective working relationships with employees, contractors, BU customers, functional groups, and internal and external peers; is effective in dealing with the director level employees within the company.

Key team member who makes positive, supportive contributions on teams that deal with technical or operational problems.

In addition to Engineer II requirements, determine the classification of projects between capital and maintenance using the property unit catalog. Working knowledge of financial and business skills including budgeting, accounting, utility economics, NPV, EBIT.

Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely at departmental levels within the organization; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain technical problems to internal stakeholders; demonstrated ability to accurately prepare detailed documents such as technical studies, project documentation for future reference, etc.

Perform work on a variety of assignments of moderate scope and complexity using established procedures under limited supervision.

In addition to those requirements for Engineer I, makes safety suggestions to assist in maintaining a safe work environment.-

Develop an awareness of customer needs and expectations and propose solutions for moderately complex issues. Participates in the identification and solution of problems falling within assigned area of responsibility with guidance from supervisor.

Apply governmental and organizational engineering standards

Interpret policy and exercise discretion and independent judgment in resolving moderately complex problems

Demonstrate the development of critical thinking skills necessary to develop recommendations which provide technically sound and most cost effective solutions applied to a specific problem

Demonstrate the ability to work with the customer to develop an acceptable scope document, budget and schedule for assigned work in order to complete assignments on time and within budget.

Makes low risk decisions that involve direct application of technical knowledge with proper sign off from customer and minimal guidance form supervisor

May provide guidance to less experienced staff members. Has established effective working relationships with employees, contractors, BU customers, functional groups and peers.

Ability to communicate with vendors, field construction, operations personnel, and internal stakeholders; ability to document project activities and decisions for future reference.

Participate and makes positive, supportive contributions on teams as assigned.
In addition to Engineer I requirements, actively participates in the departmental budgeting process.

All other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Education or experience equivalent to a four year degree from an accredited college or university, with emphasis in engineering; Mechanical Engineering degree preferred.

A minimum of five to eight years technical and/or professional experience.

Project management experience preferred, along with ability to deal with subcontractors and cross-functional teams; may have expertise in a particular area of the discipline.

Knowledge of environmental and regulatory issues related to the electric and steam generation industry

Knowledge of environmental control systems (SCR, SNCR, Scrubbers, Baghouses) and their operation.

Knowledge of the codes and standards that apply to the electric and steam generation industry as well as mechanical and safety codes and standards.

Execution of multiple projects at the same time

Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management) preferred.

Ability to work in a diverse work environment.

Must possess a valid driver's license.