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Power Generation Engineer Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Team and be a part of a growing ... generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision ...

Senior Electrical Engineer (Generation)

Oradell, NJ · On-site

$108K - $141K/yr

The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Team and be a part of a growing ... generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision ...

Fleet Thermal Engineer Work Locations: Tri-State Area: New York, NY, Connecticut, CT, and New ... Alpha Generation manages and operates power generation facilities that are well-positioned to ...

Alpha Generation is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support capital and maintenance projects across a 24-plant, 12‑GW power generation fleet in the northeastern United States. The role ...

NERC Compliance Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$86K - $115K/yr

NERC Compliance Engineer Job Type: Temporary Full-Time, Exempt, Salaried Location: Office-based in ... Our experienced team manages every aspect of our operations - from power generation and asset ...

Seeking a Project Engineer / Energy Procurement Analyst to support utility, renewable energy & non - renewable energy, and power generation projects. The candidate will assist with RFP development ...

Power Systems Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80 - $110/hr

A power systems / electrical engineering background and fluency with one-lines, protection, and ... Hands-on experience with interconnection (utility or ISO) and DER, storage, or generation projects

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How much do power generation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for power generation engineer in New York is $136,947.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,500.00 and $147,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a power generation engineer do?

A Power Generation Engineer is responsible for the design, operation, and maintenance of systems and equipment that generate electricity. This includes working with power plants that use fossil fuels, nuclear energy, or renewable resources such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power. They ensure that power generation is efficient, reliable, and meets safety and environmental standards. Their duties often involve troubleshooting equipment issues, optimizing system performance, and staying up to date with regulatory requirements. Power Generation Engineers play a key role in ensuring a consistent and sustainable energy supply.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a power generation engineer?

To thrive as a Power Generation Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical or mechanical engineering, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree and relevant experience in power systems. Familiarity with SCADA systems, power plant control software, and industry certifications such as PE (Professional Engineer) or specific safety training are highly valued. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills help engineers effectively manage complex projects and coordinate across departments. These competencies are essential to ensure reliable, efficient, and safe energy production in a critical infrastructure industry.

How does a power generation engineer typically collaborate with other departments to ensure reliable plant operations?

Power Generation Engineers regularly coordinate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to optimize plant performance and minimize downtime. They work closely with operations staff to monitor equipment status and troubleshoot issues, and partner with maintenance personnel to schedule preventive or corrective work. Additionally, they often collaborate with environmental compliance and project management teams to ensure regulatory standards are met and upgrades are implemented smoothly. This cross-functional teamwork is essential for maintaining efficiency and safety in power generation facilities.

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

AspectPower Generation EngineerPower Plant Operator
CredentialsBachelor's in engineering, certifications like PE often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent, specialized training
Work EnvironmentDesign, develop, and oversee power generation systems, often in offices or labsOperate and monitor power plant equipment on-site
Industry UsageUsed in power plant design, project management, and system optimizationPrimarily in daily plant operations and equipment control

Power Generation Engineers focus on designing and improving power systems, while Power Plant Operators handle the day-to-day operation and monitoring of power plants. Both roles are essential in the energy industry but differ in responsibilities and required qualifications.

Is there a demand for power generation engineers?

Power generation engineers are in demand due to ongoing needs for energy infrastructure, renewable energy projects, and modernization of existing power plants. The role often requires knowledge of electrical systems, turbines, and control systems, with job growth driven by the transition to cleaner energy sources and aging infrastructure replacement.
Infographic showing various Power Generation Engineer job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $136,947 per year, or $65.8 per hour.

Maintenance Supervisor - Power-Generation

West Babylon, NY


Reworld

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Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we're missing is you. Apply today!

About the role

The Maintenance Supervisor is a key member of Reworld's Operations and Maintenance team, responsible for leading frontline maintenance activities in a complex waste-to-energy, power generation, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment. Reporting to the Facility Manager, this position provides hands-on leadership for maintenance personnel while driving safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical plant systems including boilers, steam turbines, rotating equipment, electrical systems, instrumentation, and material handling equipment. The role combines technical expertise, people leadership, maintenance planning, reliability improvement, outage management, and continuous improvement to maximize plant performance.

Join an organization where your leadership directly impacts plant safety, equipment reliability, environmental performance, and operational success. This position offers the opportunity to lead a skilled, multi-disciplinary maintenance team while working in a highly technical industrial environment. You will have ownership of maintenance strategy, outage execution, reliability initiatives, contractor management, budgeting, and workforce development, while building a career with an industry leader focused on sustainability, renewable energy generation, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.

This role balances day-to-day operational priorities with long-term asset reliability. The Maintenance Supervisor oversees preventive and corrective maintenance programs, work planning and scheduling, CMMS utilization, mechanical integrity initiatives, spare parts management, maintenance budgeting, contractor coordination, root cause analysis, equipment reliability programs, outage planning and execution, and continuous improvement efforts. This position works closely with Operations, Engineering, Environmental, Safety, Procurement, and Site Leadership to ensure plant equipment operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Please note that this position offers a sign-on bonus opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop Mechanics, Welders, Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians, and Storekeepers
  • Serve as a safety leader, ensuring maintenance activities meet company standards and all applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
  • Plan, prioritize, and coordinate daily maintenance activities in partnership with Operations
  • Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs, work orders, schedules, maintenance backlogs, and quality assurance processes
  • Provide technical leadership for maintenance involving boilers, turbines, rotating machinery, conveyors, pumps, fans, electrical systems, and associated plant equipment
  • Own the site's Long-Term Maintenance Plan and lead scheduled and unscheduled outage planning and execution
  • Drive improvements in preventive, predictive, condition-based, and reliability-centered maintenance programs
  • Utilize CMMS platforms to improve maintenance planning, equipment history, reporting, and execution effectiveness
  • Oversee spare parts inventory, warehouse operations, and materials management to maximize equipment availability and minimize downtime
  • Develop maintenance budgets and forecasts, monitor expenditures, and identify opportunities to improve cost performance
  • Coordinate contractors and partner with Procurement on scopes of work, bid packages, purchasing activities, and strategic sourcing initiatives
  • Develop and maintain maintenance procedures, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), lockout/tagout procedures, and compliance documentation
  • Investigate equipment failures and implement sustainable corrective actions using root cause analysis, FMEA, and other reliability methodologies
  • Support continuous improvement efforts through Lean Manufacturing, 5S, reliability improvement, and operational excellence initiatives
  • Communicate equipment risks, priorities, maintenance strategies, and performance metrics with operators, engineers, and site leadership
  • Participate in recruiting, performance management, workforce planning, employee development, and succession planning activities

Qualifications & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of maintenance experience in a power generation, waste-to-energy, manufacturing, chemical processing, refinery, paper mill, mining, metals, pulp and paper, or comparable heavy industrial environment
  • Experience leading, supervising, or managing industrial maintenance personnel
  • Strong knowledge of boilers, steam turbines, gas turbines, pumps, motors, conveyors, rotating machinery, and related plant equipment
  • Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance practices
  • Experience with maintenance planning and scheduling, preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, mechanical integrity, and reliability programs
  • Experience utilizing CMMS platforms such as PeopleSoft, Maximo, NS5, SAP PM, or similar maintenance management systems
  • Ability to analyze equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions
  • Experience writing maintenance procedures, contractor scopes of work, work packages, and purchase requisitions
  • Familiarity with maintenance budgeting, forecasting, labor planning, and cost management
  • Working knowledge of applicable safety, environmental, and labor regulations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, coaching, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to effectively manage changing priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment
  • Availability to support rotating schedules, extended hours, weekends, outages, and on-call responsibilities as business needs require
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field
  • Waste-to-Energy, biomass, power generation, or utility maintenance experience
  • Experience with plant management systems such as ALM, MMM, Experion, or similar industrial control platforms
  • Experience applying Lean, 5S, Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), or FMEA methodologies
  • Knowledge of NERC, NFPA, OSHA, and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements
  • Experience with thermo-mechanical treatment (TTF) operations, including solid waste processing systems, equipment, and operational controls.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency


Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $118,700.00 - $169,800.00 USD per annum

Reworld provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworldreserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment


Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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