Senior Power Generation Mechanical Engineer

General Definition of Work

This position provides highly technical mechanical and industrial engineering design and project management work remotely and onsite to many types of power generation facilities located throughout Florida. The role will lead and manage project management and/or oversight, at power generation facilities for specific outage and efficiency improvement projects. The role also will involve modeling and design related to mechanical, thermodynamic, fluid, piping & structural engineering. The role may need to manage multiple overlapping projects and be required to develop scope for procurements or outsourcing. This position will assess and remediate equipment failures in an expedited and timely manner. The role could be required to support projects that may be driven by NERC compliance requirements. The position will assist with efficiency and reliability design and projects to enhance the reliability of the FMPA fleet. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Power Generation Engineering Director.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Manage completion of assigned programs and work processes

Leads and performs work associated with projects as assigned onsite and remotely at FMPA sites throughout Florida.

Works regularly with plant staff and plant management on efficiency, reliability, and improvement projects

Monitors plant project plans for progress, scope and budget. Works with plant management to understand variances or reasons projects can become behind schedule and adjusts as necessary.

With strong knowledge and experience the position will model, design and engineer solutions related to mechanical, thermodynamic, fluid, piping and structural engineering.

Makes field investigations of existing facilities

Assists in estimation and budgeting of plant projects within budgetary Class 4 estimates with up to 15% design requirements known

Develops detailed scope requirements to support FMPA procurement or outsourcing needs related to assigned projects. Ensures procurement timelines are sufficient to address required lead times in accordance with plant outage schedules.

Perform root cause determinations of generating unit and auxiliary equipment failures. Prepares specifications for maintenance outages, equipment repairs and upgrade projects for all FMPA generation facilities.

Work together with plant management and staff to plan and engineer modifications to existing plant configuration and equipment or system upgrades. Completes economic justifications for potential projects. Prepare scope descriptions and specifications as required.

Ensure that plant drawings are properly organized and updated as required. Works with plant management to ensure adherence to change management processes.

Performs diagnostic work and coordinates with equipment manufacturers and vendors in support of returning generation units to service

Extract, comprehend and develop instructions from technical manuals, journals, and drawings, technical literature and other job-related material; and to effectively communicate orally and in writing using the English language.
Possess independent decision-making capabilities in stressful situations with minimum supervision.

Continual review and improvement to all work processes and procedures.

Extended travel to plant sites will be required as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering. Knowledge of the principles and methods involved in the design, construction and operation of natural gas fired electric power generation facilities, and turbo machinery. Knowledge in the use of computers and mechanical engineering modeling software. Ability to coordinate the activities of contract personnel, write project scopes and contract language. Must be able to use personal protection equipment properly and safely as directed or assigned. On occasion will be exposed to adverse weather and operating conditions. Occasionally may need to climb ladders and stairways. Must be comfortable being exposed to confined spaces and elevated areas. Expected to assist power plant personnel in emergency situations and/or hurricane response or recovery. Must be able to maintain good program records and filing systems. Must have good analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all FMPA Power Plant personnel, the public and associated business affiliates. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form.

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. A Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly valued. Minimum working experience of ten plus years in the Power Generation industry which should include direct experience with contractors, power plant or heavy industrial maintenance and operations experience. Extensive experience in steam generation, gas turbines, steam turbines and their auxiliaries coupled with exposure to operations and maintenance practices and procedures. Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.), experience with analysis tools (FEA, CFD), and strong knowledge of engineering principles (thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, stress analysis, etc.) Experience with maintenance management systems and advanced project tracking software, outage planning and support. Extensive experience with RCA and MOC process and procedures.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 75 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires walking and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling and pushing or pulling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock and exposure to vibration; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). The ability to discern the colors red, green, amber and blue as used in troubleshooting electrical diagrams, control system process and in color coding used in electronic and electrical component repairs. The ability to lift weights or twist with a force of up to 75 pounds, as in the removal and replacement of access doors to equipment, turning of valves, hoisting of material overhead. Working in Confined spaces and at heights, as in entering internal areas of the turbine for inspection or repairs during outages, climbing ladders to gain access, working within tight quarters of surrounding piping and conduit to perform troubleshooting functions.

Special Requirements

May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental

assignment. Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position.

Last revised: 11/26/2025