Power Plant Cycle Performance Engineer Position Overview A Houston engineering and construction ... Quantify expected output, heat rate, auxiliary consumption, steam production, cooling demand, and ...
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Power Plant Cycle Performance Engineer Position Overview A Houston engineering and construction ... Quantify expected output, heat rate, auxiliary consumption, steam production, cooling demand, and ...
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Power Plant Manager
$200K - $275K/yr
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Retirement
The facility includes two Siemens SGT6-5000F gas turbines, one Siemens SSTS 5000 steam turbine, 685 ... Strong understanding of power plant operations and O&M functions. * Knowledge of plant chemistry ...
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Power Plant Manager
$200K - $275K/yr
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Dental
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Retirement
The facility includes two Siemens SGT6-5000F gas turbines, one Siemens SSTS 5000 steam turbine, 685 ... Strong understanding of power plant operations and O&M functions. * Knowledge of plant chemistry ...
Maintains the mechanical equipment such as engines, compressors, generators, pumps and steam ... This is not a Full-Time position. Expected hours 16-32 per pay period; 8 and 12 hour shifts are ...
Maintains the mechanical equipment such as engines, compressors, generators, pumps and steam ... This is not a Full-Time position. Expected hours 16-32 per pay period; 8 and 12 hour shifts are ...
Power Plant Operator
$27.28 - $43.06/hr
Maintains the mechanical equipment such as engines, compressors, generators, pumps and steam ... This is not a Full-Time position. Expected hours 16-32 per pay period; 8 and 12 hour shifts are ...
Power Plant Operator
$27.28 - $43.06/hr
Maintains the mechanical equipment such as engines, compressors, generators, pumps and steam ... This is not a Full-Time position. Expected hours 16-32 per pay period; 8 and 12 hour shifts are ...
Steam Plant Operator 1
Knightstown, IN · On-site
$24.27/hr
... of full-time paid experience in a large institutional or industrial steam plant. • Must hold at least one of the following certifications or must obtain within twelve (12) months, the "Power ...
Steam Plant Operator 1
Knightstown, IN · On-site
$24.27/hr
... of full-time paid experience in a large institutional or industrial steam plant. • Must hold at least one of the following certifications or must obtain within twelve (12) months, the "Power ...
Power Plant Operator - Oswego - New York
Oswego, NY · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
This position entails working with boilers, high-pressure steam, gas, and steam turbines. Strong ... Duration: Full Time, Regular. * Normal Work Days: Varies. * Normal Work Shifts: Rotating.
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Power Plant Operator - Oswego - New York
Oswego, NY · On-site
$70K - $75K/yr
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
This position entails working with boilers, high-pressure steam, gas, and steam turbines. Strong ... Duration: Full Time, Regular. * Normal Work Days: Varies. * Normal Work Shifts: Rotating.
Power Plant Manager
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
... Steam and Electrical power at the location. Plant equipment includes the following: (2) 7.8 MW ... Solar Taurus 70 Gas Turbine Generators with associated 130 KPPH Heat Recovery Steam Generator ...
Power Plant Manager
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
... Steam and Electrical power at the location. Plant equipment includes the following: (2) 7.8 MW ... Solar Taurus 70 Gas Turbine Generators with associated 130 KPPH Heat Recovery Steam Generator ...
Power Plant Technician/Control Room Operator
Blackstone, MA · On-site
$38/hr
Experience operating steam vessels rated at 150 HP or greater. * Strong understanding of: * Power plant operations * Mechanical systems * Electrical systems * Plant instrumentation and controls
Power Plant Technician/Control Room Operator
Blackstone, MA · On-site
$38/hr
Experience operating steam vessels rated at 150 HP or greater. * Strong understanding of: * Power plant operations * Mechanical systems * Electrical systems * Plant instrumentation and controls
Experienced Combustion Turbine Power Plant Operator
Houston, TX · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Safely operate and monitor combined cycle power plant equipment, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, generators, transformers, switchgear, and auxiliary systems to maximize plant ...
Experienced Combustion Turbine Power Plant Operator
Houston, TX · On-site
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Safely operate and monitor combined cycle power plant equipment, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, generators, transformers, switchgear, and auxiliary systems to maximize plant ...
Power Plant Operator, Associate
West Lafayette, IN · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Power Plant Operator, Associate City: West Lafayette Job Summary Power Plant Operator ... The equipment may be electric, steam, hydraulic or air driven * Must pass departmental Training ...
Power Plant Operator, Associate
West Lafayette, IN · On-site
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Dental
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Retirement
PTO
Power Plant Operator, Associate City: West Lafayette Job Summary Power Plant Operator ... The equipment may be electric, steam, hydraulic or air driven * Must pass departmental Training ...
Power Plant Mechanic
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$60K - $70K/yr
... steam, and water lines. Special emphasis for alignment, millwright, machining, plumbing, tubing, chemical or other special material applications. The incumbent performs various Power Plant ...
Power Plant Mechanic
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$60K - $70K/yr
... steam, and water lines. Special emphasis for alignment, millwright, machining, plumbing, tubing, chemical or other special material applications. The incumbent performs various Power Plant ...
... steam, and water lines. Special emphasis for alignment, millwright, machining, plumbing, tubing, chemical or other special material applications. The incumbent performs various Power Plant ...
... steam, and water lines. Special emphasis for alignment, millwright, machining, plumbing, tubing, chemical or other special material applications. The incumbent performs various Power Plant ...
... Natural Gas Power Plant. This includes water treatment systems, circulating water systems ... steam generator systems, turbine systems, gas turbine systems, generator systems, control systems ...
... Natural Gas Power Plant. This includes water treatment systems, circulating water systems ... steam generator systems, turbine systems, gas turbine systems, generator systems, control systems ...
Lead Power Plant Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$67.42/hr
This is a full-time hourly position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This position requires ... Minimum of 6 years of experience operating equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines ...
Lead Power Plant Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$67.42/hr
This is a full-time hourly position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This position requires ... Minimum of 6 years of experience operating equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines ...
Lead Power Plant Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$67.42/hr
This is a full-time hourly position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This position requires ... Minimum of 6 years of experience operating equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines ...
Lead Power Plant Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$67.42/hr
This is a full-time hourly position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This position requires ... Minimum of 6 years of experience operating equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines ...
... Natural Gas Power Plant. This includes water treatment systems, circulating water systems ... steam generator systems, turbine systems, gas turbine systems, generator systems, control systems ...
... Natural Gas Power Plant. This includes water treatment systems, circulating water systems ... steam generator systems, turbine systems, gas turbine systems, generator systems, control systems ...
... Natural Gas Power Plant. This includes water treatment systems, circulating water systems ... steam generator systems, turbine systems, gas turbine systems, generator systems, control systems ...
... Natural Gas Power Plant. This includes water treatment systems, circulating water systems ... steam generator systems, turbine systems, gas turbine systems, generator systems, control systems ...
Lead Power Plant Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$67.42/hr
This is a full-time hourly position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This position requires ... Minimum of 6 years of experience operating equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines ...
Lead Power Plant Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$67.42/hr
This is a full-time hourly position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This position requires ... Minimum of 6 years of experience operating equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines ...
Power Plant Facility Manager
$160K - $190K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
EthosEnergy is recruiting a Power Plant Facility Manager to join our team at Carr Street Generating Station which is a 2 x 1 GE LM6000 PA Gas Turbine and a Mitsubishi Steam Turbine, located in ...
Power Plant Facility Manager
$160K - $190K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
EthosEnergy is recruiting a Power Plant Facility Manager to join our team at Carr Street Generating Station which is a 2 x 1 GE LM6000 PA Gas Turbine and a Mitsubishi Steam Turbine, located in ...
Power Plant Tech
Moss Landing, CA · On-site
... Natural Gas Power Plant. This includes water treatment systems, circulating water systems ... steam generator systems, turbine systems, gas turbine systems, generator systems, control systems ...
Power Plant Tech
Moss Landing, CA · On-site
... Natural Gas Power Plant. This includes water treatment systems, circulating water systems ... steam generator systems, turbine systems, gas turbine systems, generator systems, control systems ...
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$26.20 - $28.76
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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time steam power plant in the United States is $39.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Full Time Steam Power Plant vs Full Time Gas Turbine Power Plant?
| Aspect | Full Time Steam Power Plant | Full Time Gas Turbine Power Plant |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Engineering degree, boiler operation certification | Engineering degree, turbine operation certification |
| Work Environment | Large industrial facilities, high-pressure boilers | Open areas, fast-paced turbine operation |
| Industry Usage | Electricity generation, thermal power | Electricity generation, peaking power |
Both roles involve operating power generation equipment, but steam power plant workers focus on boilers and steam turbines, while gas turbine workers handle turbines fueled by natural gas. The choice depends on the power plant type and specific operational skills required.
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Job Description Power Plant Cycle Performance Engineer Position Overview A Houston engineering and construction firm is adding a Power Plant Cycle Performance Engineer to its power practice. This position focuses on how generating facilities behave under real operating conditions-not merely how they perform at a single design point. The engineer will use thermodynamic modeling, operating data, and field-test results to improve output, heat rate, flexibility, and lifecycle value across simple-cycle and combined-cycle plants.
The role also supports new facility development, equipment selection, modernization studies, and performance validation. Core Responsibilities Create and refine thermodynamic models for gas-turbine and combined-cycle configurations. Predict plant performance across changes in ambient temperature, humidity, elevation, fuel composition, equipment condition, and operating load.
Quantify expected output, heat rate, auxiliary consumption, steam production, cooling demand, and other key performance indicators. Compare plant data with model predictions to identify degradation, losses, or operating constraints. Analyze historian, DCS, SCADA, and performance-test data using sound engineering and statistical methods.
Evaluate cycle alternatives during feasibility studies, technology selection, and front-end engineering. Assess opportunities involving turbine upgrades, HRSG modifications, inlet conditioning, condenser improvements, cooling-system changes, and balance-of-plant optimization. Examine the effect of cycling, rapid starts, part-load operation, and changing dispatch requirements on plant performance.
Support the technical evaluation of generation equipment and performance guarantees. Develop test procedures and assist with field testing under applicable ASME Performance Test Codes. Correct test results to agreed reference conditions and document whether contractual requirements have been met.
Reconcile discrepancies among supplier predictions, engineering models, and observed plant results. Present findings in a form that supports investment, design, operating, and commercial decisions. Partner with mechanical, electrical, controls, commissioning, operations, and OEM teams.
Contribute to hybrid-generation studies involving energy storage or other grid-supporting technologies. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Seven or more years of experience in cycle analysis, plant performance, thermal engineering, or power-generation engineering.
Advanced understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, gas-turbine performance, steam cycles, and combined-cycle integration. Experience developing or applying detailed plant-performance models. Ability to interpret operating data and convert analysis into clear engineering recommendations.
Strong technical writing and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Extensive use of GT PRO, Thermoflow, EBSILON, Aspen, or an equivalent modeling platform. Experience planning, executing, or analyzing contractual plant-performance tests.
Knowledge of digital twins, predictive analytics, optimization algorithms, or machine-learning applications for industrial assets. Familiarity with flexible generation, energy storage, or grid-support services. Professional Engineer license.
Previous work within an EPC, owner's engineering, OEM, or power-plant operating organization. Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is naturally skeptical of unexplained performance gaps, comfortable working with imperfect field data, and able to distinguish a model limitation from a genuine equipment or operating problem.
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1 - 10 Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US
Year founded
2019