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Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington.  Our cooperative has a vital mission:  to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties.  We’re leaders in environmental stewardship and we’re committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky. 

As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people.  We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built.

EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state.  There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees.  Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6% of base wages AND match employee contributions up to 4%.  Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance. 

For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc

EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Expiration Date

This posting will remain open until the position is filled.  We encourage you to apply early as we will review and consider candidates as they are received.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing reports and work plans which recommend action considering short and long-range objectives, economic and budget considerations, etc.
• Responsible for the training and development of other less experienced engineers.
• Develops and coordinates individual project work plans and manages through completion taking needed corrective action.  Informs Supervisor and Department Manager of any major developments or changes in direction of the project.
• Responsible for being knowledgeable of all Departmental, Divisional and Cooperative goals and developing projects that will aid in their achievement.
• Maintains awareness of all relevant RUS procedures, specifications, NEMA, NEC, NESC, ANSI, IEEE, AISC, ASTM, etc., applicable standards.
• Maintains technical expertise and awareness of field by staying abreast of the industry.
• Initiates status report for all assigned projects and keeps Management informed on progress.
• Assists in preparing monthly and weekly status reports for the section.
• Manages multiple projects including the preparation of job status reports on projects for  review.
• Collaborates on the preparation of work plans and monitors actual progress of applicable portions, taking any corrective action required.
• Organizes and sponsors training sessions and seminars for Engineer Technicians, construction crews, and other Engineers.
• Prepares work order estimates.
• Prepares cost estimates on certain projects for submittal to Accounting and Planning Departments.
• Prepares construction specifications and contracts.
• Creates corporate standards and specification related to respective expertise.
• Technical representative for department in meeting with public businesses, members, vendors, contractors and other utilities.
• Provides engineering support for Members and Cooperatives, at large.
• Develops written testimony and provides oral testimony in legal and regulatory settings as required.
• Requires mature engineering knowledge and judgment of sound engineering practices and standards.
• Maintains drawings and files concerning department projects.
• Maintains awareness of all relevant RUS procedures, specifications and applicable standards.
• Analyzes test data, operating data, and practices; recommends plant/facility improvements based on these analyses.  Designs plant/facility improvements in accordance with prudent engineering practices and EKPC objectives.
• Prepares equipment and construction specifications; evaluates bids; recommends bidders.
• Directs and coordinates contractor or staff on project-related work; certifies completed work; recommends final acceptance of the project.
• Monitors the project during start-up and recommends modifications necessary to support project success.
• Assists with the development, and performs engineering as a function of plant/facility betterment.  Inspects plants/facilities, reviews actual work accomplished compared to the plan.  Makes recommendations for plant/facility changes to increase efficiency.
• Assists with planning, testing, collecting, and evaluating of data on plant/facility performance.  Evaluates results of testing program and recommends improvements.
• Performs and evaluates testing procedures and results from testing on new and existing plant/facility equipment.
• Assists with the development, and recommends computer systems and programs dealing with increasing plant/facility performance. 
• Works in conjunction with others by providing engineering services to plan and coordinate procedures for reviewing specifications and system interrelationships for all planned generating facilities.
• Accumulates, analyzes, and reports to appropriate department personnel information concerning industry operations, laws, and regulations.
• Reviews specifications, reviews work orders and prepares economic studies in order to achieve desired plant/facility efficiency and reliability
• Performs other duties as required or assigned
• Provides the Key Responsibilities identified for Production (above) specifically in the areas of mechanical engineering in a power plant environment for the following; pulverizers, steam turbines, generators, boilers, scrubbers, heat exchangers, de-aerators, condensers, pumps, piping and fluid mechanics, combustion turbines and solar farms..

Key Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited school required.  Registered Professional Engineering license in the Commonwealth of Kentucky preferred. Mechanical engineers will be given preference.

Experience

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible engineering work experience required, with the majority of this experience in the area of electric power system engineering.

Skills and Abilities:

• Requires knowledge of power plant operation and maintenance procedures.
• Combustion turbine or combined cycle experience preferred.
• Technical knowledge of power plant equipment, operations, central station chemical and thermodynamic processes.
• Requires knowledge of contract procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to make responsible decisions in the execution of contract requirements.
• Must be able to read, interpret, and prepare system and equipment manuals, schematic diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Must have the ability to work with other departmental staff and supervisors in carrying out plans, construction contracts, etc.
• Must have the ability to think logically and creatively and to understand instructions on specific objectives, any complex features, and possible solutions, and formulate good engineering plans/solutions.
• Must be able to plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of engineering.
• Demonstrated project management skills and effective communication skills.

Competencies

• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
• Contributing to Team Success
• Decision Making
• Gaining Commitment
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

Working Conditions

• Work in and around operating plant and construction environments where environmental demands include: dust, noise, fumes, rough/uneven terrain, extreme temperatures, etc.
• This position often works at heights; regularly lifts up to 20 pounds; and occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds.
• Some work outside normal hours and some overnight travel required.Subject to emergency call in.
• Working Conditions will require extended visits to Power Plant locations as resident engineer for specific plant projects

About East Kentucky Power Cooperative

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington. Our cooperative has a vital mission: to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties. We’re leaders in environmental stewardship and we’re committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky. As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people. We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built. EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state. There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees. Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6% of b...ase wages AND match employee contributions up to 4%. Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance. For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled

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