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Director of Power Generation – Mechanical
Vantage Point Solutions. Develop and implement strategies, policies, and best practices for the power generation engineering department .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive expertise in mechanical engineering for electric power generation, including design, construction, and operational oversight. Proven ability to lead engineering teams, manage projects, and maintain client relationships while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
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Bachelor's Degree In Mechanical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) License10–15+ Years Of Mechanical Engineering ExperienceLeadership Or Supervisory ExperienceKnowledge Of ASME, ANSI, NFPA, API, AWWA, OSHA
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Hard Skills
Mechanical System AnalysisThermal Process EvaluationsPiping DesignEquipment SelectionGas-Fired GenerationReciprocating Engine FacilitiesCombustion TurbinesSteam Generation SystemsRenewable Generation FacilitiesMicrogrid Applications
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsLeadership Skills
Tools & Technologies
Mechanical Engineering SoftwareDesign Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseMulti-State Licensure Through Comity
Industry Keywords
Electric Power GenerationGrid ModernizationRenewable Energy IntegrationMicrogrid DevelopmentThermal Power Plant DesignConstruction And CommissioningClient Relationship ManagementQuality Control ProcessesSafety And InnovationProject Performance Monitoring
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and implement strategies, policies, and best practices for the power generation engineering department
- Identify growth opportunities in grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and microgrid development
- Align engineering services with industry trends and client needs
- Serve as a key client contact and maintain relationships with electric utility clients
- Support proposal development, project scoping, and client presentations
- Collaborate with executive leadership to expand power generation engineering services
- Provide technical leadership and oversight for mechanical engineering aspects of power generation facilities
- Serve as Professional Engineer of Record for mechanical engineering designs and deliverables
- Lead design and review of boilers, HRSGs, turbine systems, balance-of-plant systems, cooling water, fuel handling, HVAC, piping, fire protection, water treatment, thermal/process equipment, and district energy systems
- Ensure calculations, specifications, equipment selections, studies, drawings, and construction documents meet applicable codes, standards, and client requirements
- Establish engineering standards, design procedures, and quality control processes
- Support construction, commissioning, startup, and operational troubleshooting
- Oversee the power engineering project portfolio and ensure delivery on time and within budget
- Manage resource planning, staffing, and workload distribution
- Monitor project performance and client satisfaction
- Recruit, mentor, and manage engineers, planners, and designers
- Foster a collaborative culture focused on safety, innovation, and professional growth
- Support training and development initiatives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required
- 10–15+ years of mechanical engineering experience related to electric power generation facilities
- Minimum of 5 years of leadership or supervisory experience managing engineering teams, projects, or technical disciplines
- Demonstrated experience serving as lead mechanical engineer for power generation projects
- Experience supporting engineering design through construction, commissioning, and startup phases
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mechanical Engineering required
- Ability to obtain multi-state licensure through comity required
- Extensive knowledge of mechanical systems associated with electric power generation facilities
- Strong understanding of thermal power plant design, operation, and maintenance
- Experience with gas-fired generation, reciprocating engine facilities, combustion turbines, steam generation systems, renewable generation facilities, and/or microgrid applications
- Knowledge of ASME, ANSI, NFPA, API, AWWA, OSHA, and applicable state and federal regulations
- Experience performing equipment selection, piping design, mechanical system analysis, and thermal process evaluations
- Experience using industry-standard mechanical engineering and design software
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Experience working with electric utilities, electric cooperatives, municipalities, or industrial power generation clients preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Competitive pay