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Ring Inc

Fluid Power Engineer

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Fluid power engineer applies fluid power theory and related knowledge to design, test and troubleshoot operational mobile hydraulic systems and applications. Position Summary * Applies knowledge of ...

Plasser American Corp

FLUID POWER ENGINEER

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

Fluid Power Engineer to support Engineering group. Fluid power engineer applies fluid power theory and related knowledge to design, test and troubleshoot operational mobile hydraulic systems and ...

Plasser American Corp

FLUID POWER ENGINEER

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

Fluid Power Engineer to support Engineering group. Fluid power engineer applies fluid power theory and related knowledge to design, test and troubleshoot operational mobile hydraulic systems and ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

$77K - $176K/yr

Share Pulsed Power Engineer, Senior The Opportunity: As an electrical engineer, you understand the workings behind complex systems. That knowledge is key when it comes to prototype development for ...

Google

Power Systems Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience. * 12 years of experience in mission critical facility design and ...

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What is the difference between Hourly Power Engineer vs Power Plant Operator?

AspectHourly Power EngineerPower Plant Operator
Required CredentialsAssociate's degree or technical certification, relevant licensesHigh school diploma, technical training, licensing often required
Work EnvironmentPower plants, industrial facilities, outdoor and indoor settingsPower plants, control rooms, outdoor facilities
Industry UsageDesign, maintenance, troubleshooting of power systemsOperate and monitor power plant equipment

Both roles involve working in power generation environments with similar credentials and work settings. The Hourly Power Engineer typically focuses on system design and troubleshooting, while the Power Plant Operator primarily monitors and controls plant operations. They often collaborate but have distinct responsibilities within the power industry.

Is there a demand for hourly power engineers?

Hourly power engineers are in steady demand due to the ongoing need for maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in power plants, manufacturing facilities, and energy companies. Employers often seek candidates with technical skills, relevant certifications, and experience working with electrical equipment and control systems. Job opportunities are typically available across various shifts, including night and weekend hours, reflecting the 24/7 nature of the industry.

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Electrical Power Engineer

Asiacom Americas Inc.

Sterling, VA • On-site

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Job description

Data Center Facility Engineer

We are seeking an energetic Data Center Facility Engineer to serve as a technical resource in data centers. The position will help ensure overall availability and reliability to meet or exceed defined service levels of data center operations. The Data Center Facility Engineer is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of all electrical and HVAC equipment within the data center.

This role acts as front line when it comes to hands-on electrical equipment troubleshooting. They will maintain, operate, and troubleshoot mission-critical data center facility equipment including electrical support equipment such as stand-by diesel generators and related fuel systems, 3 phase electrical systems that include but not limited to switchgear, UPS units, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), and wet cell batteries and associated systems. Additional support equipment is included in the scope of the role which includes fire suppression systems, building automation systems, and general facilities equipment.

Job Location: Santa Clara, CA/ Sterling, VA/ Atlanta, GA

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of the data center's critical physical infrastructure. Ensure that all work performed within the space is done to high quality and without impact to internal/external customers.
  • Create, review, and update Method of Procedures (MOPs) for routine maintenance tasks and equipment installations. Ensure MOPs adhere to industry best practices and safety standards.
  • Lead incident response efforts to resolve facility-related issues, including power outages, cooling failures, and environmental alarms. Implement corrective actions swiftly to minimize downtime.
  • Engage in improvement projects, often requiring reaching out to a variety of support teams and drive them from conception to completion.
  • Coordinates daily with a multitude of third-party vendors ensuring adherence to contracted SLAs
  • Provide on-call support during off hours for the data centers in the region. This will include responding to any issues within the data centers and managing the investigation, mitigation, and recovery of the issue.

Basic Qualifications

  • Must have at least a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience working in data centers with an emphasis on operation and maintenance in data center infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical systems, backup generators, and fire suppression systems.
  • Understanding of the electrical involved in critical data center operations such as: feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) units, Power Distribution Units (PDUs)。
  • Must be fluent in English and Chinese Mandarin.


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