Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience. Engineer III: - ABET Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 5 years of ...
Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience. Engineer III: - ABET Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 5 years of ...
Process Controls Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
$82K - $107K/yr
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Process Controls Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
$82K - $107K/yr
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Sales Engineer
Peapack, NJ · On-site
$80K - $135K/yr
Travel to jobsites to support start-up, testing, and operator training at industrial wastewater ... Communicate regularly with our sales representatives, engineering firms, and end users * Develop in ...
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Sales Engineer
Peapack, NJ · On-site
$80K - $135K/yr
Travel to jobsites to support start-up, testing, and operator training at industrial wastewater ... Communicate regularly with our sales representatives, engineering firms, and end users * Develop in ...
Communicate professionally with contractors, municipal personnel, utility operators, engineering staff, and stakeholders.Utilize digital tools for data collection and reporting, including Survey123 ...
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Communicate professionally with contractors, municipal personnel, utility operators, engineering staff, and stakeholders.Utilize digital tools for data collection and reporting, including Survey123 ...
Staff Environmental Engineer, Easton, PA GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for managing environmental ... Maintain/manage Crayola's commercial operating licenses for boilers, x-ray devices, elevators ...
Staff Environmental Engineer, Easton, PA GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for managing environmental ... Maintain/manage Crayola's commercial operating licenses for boilers, x-ray devices, elevators ...
Staff Environmental Engineer
Easton, PA · On-site
Staff Environmental Engineer, Easton, PA GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for managing environmental ... Maintain/manage Crayola's commercial operating licenses for boilers, x-ray devices, elevators ...
Staff Environmental Engineer
Easton, PA · On-site
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Project Engineer
Bethlehem, PA · On-site
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Project Engineer
Bethlehem, PA · On-site
As Project Engineer you will be responsible to provide the Project Manager with assistance required to attain or exceed the project operating income, project execution plan and customer satisfaction ...
Staff Environmental Engineer
Easton, PA · On-site
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Staff Environmental Engineer
Easton, PA · On-site
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Communicate professionally with contractors, municipal personnel, utility operators, engineering staff, and stakeholders.Utilize digital tools for data collection and reporting, including Survey123 ...
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Communicate professionally with contractors, municipal personnel, utility operators, engineering staff, and stakeholders.Utilize digital tools for data collection and reporting, including Survey123 ...
Systems Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site +1
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Systems Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site +1
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Chief Building Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
$45 - $48/hr
This leader is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing boilers, chillers and ... Supervises engineering team * Oversees service and repair contractors throughout the building
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Chief Building Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
$45 - $48/hr
This leader is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing boilers, chillers and ... Supervises engineering team * Oversees service and repair contractors throughout the building
Systems Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
PLC and PAC Programming, Operator Interface and HMI application design, SCADA design, Network design, Database design, Vision system design, and more. Key-skills and interests: machine and process ...
Systems Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
PLC and PAC Programming, Operator Interface and HMI application design, SCADA design, Network design, Database design, Vision system design, and more. Key-skills and interests: machine and process ...
Systems Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site +1
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Systems Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site +1
PLC and PAC Programming, Operator Interface and HMI application design, SCADA design, Network design, Database design, Vision system design, and more. Key-skills and interests: machine and process ...
Be Seen First
Chief Building Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
$45 - $48/hr
This leader is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing boilers, chillers and ... Supervises engineering team * Oversees service and repair contractors throughout the building
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Chief Building Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
$45 - $48/hr
This leader is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing boilers, chillers and ... Supervises engineering team * Oversees service and repair contractors throughout the building
Utility system operator experience will be counted as engineering experience for this position. Level III 5+ years in engineering or a master's degree in engineering plus 3 years of engineering ...
Utility system operator experience will be counted as engineering experience for this position. Level III 5+ years in engineering or a master's degree in engineering plus 3 years of engineering ...
Software Systems Engineer-Java Developer
$53.75 - $73.75/hr
... operating an IoT network of sensors and connected devices. We specialize in design, deployment ... Developer with J2EE and Java technologies, Spring, Servlet, Web Services, XML, XSLT, SOA & AJAX ...
Software Systems Engineer-Java Developer
$53.75 - $73.75/hr
... operating an IoT network of sensors and connected devices. We specialize in design, deployment ... Developer with J2EE and Java technologies, Spring, Servlet, Web Services, XML, XSLT, SOA & AJAX ...
Project Engineer
Plumsteadville, PA · On-site
... operator training. * Committed to completing projects successfully while meeting timeline and ... Develops engineering packages for bid (RFQs) that result in fair and accurate pricing from vendors ...
Project Engineer
Plumsteadville, PA · On-site
... operator training. * Committed to completing projects successfully while meeting timeline and ... Develops engineering packages for bid (RFQs) that result in fair and accurate pricing from vendors ...
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Bethlehem, PA · On-site
$102K - $127K/yr
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Sales Engineer / Applications Engineer - Hydraulics
Bethlehem, PA · On-site
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Supervising Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
This position is responsible for the development of standards including engineering instructions and construction specifications for roll out across PPL's operating companies. Responsibilities • ...
Supervising Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
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Maintenance Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
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Maintenance Engineer
Allentown, PA · On-site
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Operating Engineer information
See Phillipsburg, NJ salary details
$34.1K - $42.7K
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What is the difference between Operating Engineer vs Maintenance Technician?
| Aspect | Operating Engineer | Maintenance Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | OSHA certifications, state licenses, technical training | OSHA certifications, technical/vocational training |
| Work Environment | Industrial plants, power plants, large facilities | Buildings, manufacturing plants, facilities maintenance |
| Employer & Industry | Construction, utilities, manufacturing | Facilities management, manufacturing, commercial buildings |
Operating Engineers and Maintenance Technicians often share certifications and work in industrial or large facility environments. Operating Engineers focus on operating and maintaining heavy machinery and equipment, while Maintenance Technicians handle repairs and preventive maintenance of building systems. Both roles are essential for facility operations, but their specific duties and focus areas differ.
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Full-time
Posted 13 days ago
PPL rating
6.8
Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
44th of 53 rated energy and utility
Job description
As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities - PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy - provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL's companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.
Overview
This position is responsible for performing, under supervision, challenging engineering work but with limited direct responsibility. Specific job positions may include planning, designing, and/or overseeing construction, installation, operation and maintenance of components, systems and facilities used in the transmission, distribution, and utilization of electrical energy.
Responsibilities
1. Assists in the work on smaller engineering projects or well-defined areas of larger projects. Uses existing procedures to investigate, evaluate and assist in producing technically correct and cost-effective designs or recommendations that solve ongoing problems.
2. Builds relationships that will facilitate knowledge transfer, cross functional knowledge of related work groups, and ability to present work products effectively.
3. Works under supervision in the field and/or home office in a variety of functions and challenging but structured work that develops competencies in the function/discipline.
4. Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using well defined engineering procedures, which may include routine and diagnostic testing of components and systems, and engineering studies.
5. Continually expands and improves technical and business skill set under own initiative with instruction, guidance, and direction from others.
6. Assists in a variety of topics including developing innovative procedures, improved design recommendations or new or better equipment purchase recommendations.
7. All positions in which driving is an essential function of the job, regardless if the job code is marked safety sensitive or not, will also be included as safety sensitive
8. May be assigned an Electric Utilities emergency and storm role. This is a special assignment that comes into play during storms and other emergencies when the company needs to restore power or respond to other issues affecting customer service. This role may necessitate the need to work after-hours, outside of your normal schedule.
9. The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
Qualifications
Engineer I:
- ABET Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology.
Engineer II:
- ABET Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 2 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.
Engineer III:
- ABET Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 5 years of engineering experience, or a master's degree in engineering plus 3 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 2 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.
Principal Engineer:
- ABET Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 10 years of engineering experience, or a master's degree in engineering plus 8 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 7 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will be counted as engineering experience for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Master's degree in Engineering or MBA, Ph.D. recommended.