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Heat Rate Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Provide engineering support and technical execution for plant operations and maintenance by ... heat rate, and efficiency. * Support and execute reliability and condition monitoring programs (e.g ...

Provide engineering support and technical execution for plant operations and maintenance by ... heat rate, and efficiency. * Support and execute reliability and condition monitoring programs (e.g ...

... analyzing heat rate, efficiency, and operating trends to improve plant performance and ... Maintain engineering documentation, configuration control, and plant drawings to ensure accurate ...

... analyzing heat rate, efficiency, and operating trends to improve plant performance and ... Maintain engineering documentation, configuration control, and plant drawings to ensure accurate ...

$200 - $250/hr

Drive turbine performance analysis (heat rate, capacity factor, degradation curves) to identify ... Hire, coach, and retain engineers and technicians; set performance standards and grow the next ...

Power Plant Engineer

Aquasco, MD · On-site

$145K - $175K/hr

... analyzing heat rate, efficiency, and operating trends to improve plant performance and ... Maintain engineering documentation, configuration control, and plant drawings to ensure accurate ...

Engineering Performance & Reliability - Selkirk & New Athens * Monitor plant equipment and ... systems, analyzing heat rate, efficiency, and operating trends to improve reliability and ...

WI · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

Drive turbine performance analysis (heat rate, capacity factor, degradation curves) to identify ... Hire, coach, and retain engineers and technicians; set performance standards and grow the next ...

Engineering Performance & Reliability - Selkirk & New Athens * Monitor plant equipment and ... systems, analyzing heat rate, efficiency, and operating trends to improve reliability and ...

Plant Engineer

Selkirk, NY · On-site

$145K - $157K/hr

Engineering Performance & Reliability - Selkirk & New Athens * Monitor plant equipment and ... systems, analyzing heat rate, efficiency, and operating trends to improve reliability and ...

WI · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

POWER PLANT ENGINEER SpaceX is building and operating combined-cycle gas turbine power plants that ... Analyze turbine performance data (heat rate, capacity factor, degradation curves) to identify ...

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How much do heat rate engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for heat rate engineer in the United States is $88,637.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Heat Rate Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,637 per year, or $42.6 per hour.

Plant Engineer

Shreveport, LA • On-site

Manifest Solutions
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Plant Engineer for a position based in Hallsville, TX, Pittsburg, TX, Avinger, Texas, Longview, TX or Shreveport, LA.

  • Provide engineering support and technical execution for plant operations and maintenance by diagnosing equipment and system issues, supporting startup and shutdown activities, and implementing timely corrective actions.
  • Perform structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment failures and performance issues, developing practical solutions that improve system reliability and minimize recurrence.
  • Monitor and analyze plant operating data, including turbine and auxiliary system performance, to identify performance gaps and improvement opportunities impacting availability, heat rate, and efficiency.
  • Support and execute reliability and condition monitoring programs (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, controls diagnostics), ensuring accurate data interpretation and follow-through on identified issues.
  • Maintain configuration control and technical documentation, including drawings, procedures, engineering records, and Management of Change documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with plant standards.
  • Coordinate and support capital projects, modifications, and maintenance activities, working closely with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with engineering requirements.
  • Support compliance with regulatory and code requirements (e.g., NERC, pressure systems,), including monitoring, documentation, and audit readiness activities.
  • Contribute to plant performance improvement by providing data-driven insights and recommendations to plant leadership, supporting safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET along with two or more years of related engineering experience, or military equivalent.
  • Acceptable alternative is: (1) a bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited bachelor's program. (2) bachelor's degree in engineering technology.

Preferred Experience:

  • Strong technical background in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, equipment reliability, and plant performance improvement.
  • Experience with control systems, instrumentation, and performance monitoring tools used to optimize plant efficiency and availability.
  • Proven ability to manage engineering projects, coordinate with contractors and vendors, and support plant operations and maintenance.
  • Knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards and the ability to develop technical documentation, procedures, and reports.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical reporting.
  • Licenses/Certifications: Professional Engineer (P.E.) license Preferred