Steam - Turbine Engineer III


Calpine Corp.
9331 Bay Area Blvd Suite 100
Pasadena, TX 77507
United States

Industry
Energy / Utilities / Gas / Electric
Application Closing Date
12/31/2024
Experience Required
Yes
Degree Required
Yes
Security Clearance Required
No
Employment Type
Full Time
Work Schedule
Full-Time
Travel
Some Travel

Job Description

 

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

The Steam Turbine Engineer (TE) will be a key player in supporting the inspection and maintenance of our steam turbine fleet, including but not limited to GE D11s, GE A10s, Siemens KNs, and SW BB35/65s. Emphasizing safety, integrity, and accountability, the TE will manage high-quality maintenance, precise outage planning, and risk management against the constraints of time, budget, and market demands. This role is crucial for developing and implementing efficient and effective maintenance strategies for the steam turbines, in line with our core values and expectations.

Core Values & Expectations

  • Safety: Uphold our commitment to safety above all, actively leading and participating in safety initiatives and ensuring all activities comply with safety standards.
  • Verifying Capital Part Serial Numbers: Ensure accurate tracking, planning, and forecasting for capital parts and budgets by diligently verifying and documenting serial numbers.
  • Writing Outage Reports: Consistently produce comprehensive outage reports for every project, regardless of OEM presence, to maintain transparency and accountability.
  • Creating or Leading Shift Turnover Reports: Take the initiative in producing detailed shift turnover reports, particularly vital when the OEM is not the labor contractor, to ensure seamless transitions and continuity.
Job Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred; consideration given to other degrees based on demonstrated expertise.
Strong functional knowledge of steam turbine inspection, testing, maintenance practices, and safety standards.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a steam turbine maintenance role, with a preference for Siemens, GE, Alstom, Toshiba, and MHI steam turbine expertise.
Self-motivated, independent worker with excellent team collaboration skills.
Commitment to innovation, problem-solving, and continuous learning in line with our core values.
Excellent organizational, communication, and detail-oriented skills.
Must pass drug screening.

Preferential Qualifications:

Extensive experience with steam turbine models and technologies.
Background in military, OEM, or Merchant Marine power plant maintenance, with a focus on gas turbines.
More than 7 years of industry experience, particularly in roles that align with our core values.
Employer
Calpine Corp.
Jackie Lazaro

TX
United States

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