Operations and Maintenance Engineer

Ormat Technologies, Inc.

. Provide general engineering support for plant operations and maintenance .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining power plants or battery storage facilities, with a strong focus on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety procedures. Proficient in PLC-based instrumentation and control systems, with the ability to interpret engineering design drawings and technical information.

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Power Plant OperationsPreventive MaintenancePLC Programming and TroubleshootingElectrical Systems MaintenanceEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Preventive Maintenance ProceduresTroubleshooting Plant SystemsBattery Start-Up and ShutdownMechanical and Electrical Systems MaintenanceUnderstanding Engineering Design DrawingsComputer-Based Maintenance ProgramsPower Electronics KnowledgeTelemetry ProtocolsTest Equipment ProficiencyPlant Safety Procedures

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailDecision-MakingAbility to Balance Competing PrioritiesEffective Written and Verbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

PLC-Based Control SystemsSCADA SystemsHand ToolsPower ToolsTest Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid State Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Power PlantBattery StorageUtility IndustrySafety RequirementsPreventive Maintenance Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide general engineering support for plant operations and maintenance
Develop plant operation and maintenance procedures
Troubleshoot plant systems on an ongoing basis
Develop and participate in plant schedules and preventive maintenance
Support plant safety, inventory, efficiency, performance monitoring and improvements
Develop and implement field projects
Drive revenue improvement and cost reduction
Understand and perform battery start-up, shutdown and emergency operational actions
Perform routine and non-routine preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment
Conduct plant rounds, log equipment operating parameters and adjust equipment as required
Coordinate support contractors and internal resources
Requisition and assist with ordering and receiving plant materials
Represent the company with vendors and regulators as assigned
Implement emergency and safety procedures as assigned
Program and troubleshoot PLCs, SCADA and field equipment
Use test equipment, technical manuals, system drawings and electrical schematics to troubleshoot equipment and systems
Work with contractors and temporary labor during onsite activities
Maintain equipment-operation trend reports and complete plant reports
Perform other assigned duties and projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma with at least two (2) years of technical training in operations and routine maintenance of battery storage, power plants and four years of experience working in a power plant or an equivalent environment
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
Thorough knowledge of operating a power plant or battery storage facility
Thorough knowledge and/or background in operating and maintaining mechanical and/or electrical systems
Familiarity with basic internetworking protocol and related remote communication constructs for telemetry with RTUs
Knowledge and understanding of PLC-based instrumentation and control systems
Preferred working knowledge of power electronics within a utility (or similar) operating environment
Preferred knowledge of utility industry measurement & verification standards
Ability to understand engineering design drawings, vendor equipment drawings and technical information
Proficient use of hand tools, power tools and test equipment normally used in a power plant environment
Thorough knowledge of plant hazards and safety requirements
Thorough knowledge of computer-based preventive maintenance programs
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel and other programs
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Must possess a valid state driver's license
Ability to make effective long-term and instantaneous decisions and solve problems with attention to detail
Ability to balance competing priorities
Familiarity with standard power plant PPE and its proper use
Available for off-shift call-in
Will often work independently and be the only company person on site
May be called upon to travel to other company sites
Must be able to operate a vehicle safely and read and understand maps
Must be able to travel overnight approximately 25% of the time
Must be able to climb ladders and work off elevated platforms, ladders and walkways
Must be able to work in confined spaces and harsh weather conditions
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally
Must be able to wear a variety of protective equipment