Plant Engineer Electrical

Industry: Energy - Utilities

Job Category: Engineering - Electrical

Minnkota Power is seeking qualified candidates for a Plant Engineer with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering at the Milton R. Young Station located near Center, ND. The Milton R. Young Station is a two-unit coal-fired power plant, providing a stable energy source for our cooperative member-owners. The station is located 35 miles from Bismarck, North Dakota, a growing and progressive city with many recreational opportunities.

• Coordinate the preparation of construction drawings and specifications for plant process equipment.

• Design and installation of new and replacement equipment.

• Work with consultants and contractors as necessary to accomplish engineering objectives.

• Troubleshoot existing systems with operations and maintenance to resolve safety or production problems with engineered solutions.

• Identify technical and operational training needs and initiate action on capital and O & M Projects.

• Monitor work activity to ensure it is being done in a safe manner and in compliance with current regulations.

• Assist in record keeping of system work order files, standard drawing and data files.

• Analyze plant data and provide recommendations.

• Monitor and recommend new technology which could improve the efficiency, reliability, availability, and longevity of the power plant.

• Provide engineering support to other departments as required.

Position requires a degree in Electrical Engineering. 2-5 years' experience in a power plant setting is preferred but not necessary.

Minnkota Power Cooperative makes career growth and development a priority by creating a challenging and rewarding work environment. For more information regarding this job and our online application go to Resumes will not be accepted without a completed application.

Minnkota Power Cooperative is an EEO/AAP/Female/Minority/Disabled/Vets Employer

Security Clearance Required: No

Visa Candidate Considered: No

Compensation

Base Salary - USD $68,393 to $100,540

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Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - Yes

Commission Compensation - No

Bonus Eligible - No

Overtime Eligible - No

Interview Travel Reimbursed - No

Candidate Details

Seniority Level - Entry

Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Willingness to Travel - Occasionally

Screening Questions

Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States?

Do you have experience in a power plant setting?

Why we're a great company

Our power is our people

Minnkota Power Cooperative has a wide range of knowledgeable and skilled employees who work to bring reliable, low-cost electric energy to rural America. Our workforce consists of power plant personnel, engineers, electricians, line workers, technicians, accountants and many other positions needed to manage our unique business.

Corporate headquarters for Minnkota are located in Grand Forks, N.D. The primary source for electric generation is the Milton R. Young Station, a power plant located 35 miles northwest of Bismarck, N.D. In total, Minnkota employs approximately 384 people.

Great places to live and work

Minnkota makes career growth and development a priority by creating a challenging and rewarding work environment. Minnkota also promotes a true work-life balance that helps enhance the quality of life for its employees.