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Senior Electrical Engineer

Portland, OR Β· On-site +1

$114K - $149K/yr

Akana is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team! This position ... In this key role, you apply the principles of electricity, power generation, electrical ...

Senior Electrical Engineer

Portland, OR Β· On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

In this key role, you apply the principles of electricity, power generation, electrical ... use of electrical engineering software (SKM or similar software to perform arc flash and ...

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What is power generation engineering?

Power generation engineering is a branch of engineering focused on the design, operation, and maintenance of systems and equipment that produce electricity. Professionals in this field work with various energy sources, including fossil fuels, nuclear, hydroelectric, solar, and wind power, to ensure reliable and efficient electricity generation. They are involved in tasks such as plant design, performance analysis, troubleshooting, and implementing new technologies to improve energy efficiency and sustainability. Power generation engineers play a critical role in meeting the world’s energy needs while addressing environmental and regulatory challenges.

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

To thrive as a Power Generation Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or electrical engineering, typically supported by a relevant bachelor's degree and practical experience in power systems. Familiarity with industry-standard software (such as AutoCAD, MATLAB, and SCADA systems), as well as certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, is often required. Strong analytical thinking, teamwork, and effective communication skills set candidates apart in this field. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and reliable generation and delivery of power, supporting critical infrastructure and energy needs.

What are some common challenges faced by power generation engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Power generation engineers often face challenges such as maintaining system reliability, adapting to evolving environmental regulations, and integrating renewable energy sources with traditional power systems. Staying updated with technological advancements and participating in ongoing training can help address these issues. Additionally, effective teamwork with operations, maintenance, and environmental teams is crucial for resolving operational problems and ensuring compliance.

What is the difference between Power Generation Engineering vs Power Plant Operations?

AspectPower Generation EngineeringPower Plant Operations
Primary FocusDesign, development, and optimization of power generation systemsDay-to-day running and maintenance of power plants
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Power Engineering; Professional Engineer (PE) often preferredTechnical training, certifications in plant operation, and hands-on experience
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, engineering offices, project sitesPower plants, control rooms, maintenance facilities
Industry UsageDesigning new plants, improving existing systemsOperating and maintaining existing power plants

Power Generation Engineering focuses on designing and improving power systems, while Power Plant Operations involves managing the daily functions of power plants. Both roles are essential in the energy sector but differ in responsibilities and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Power Generation Engineering job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Project Controls Manager - Gas Power Generation

OR β€’ On-site, Remote

Blattner Energy, Inc.
ConstructionΒ β€’Β 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Blattner is expanding our energy construction leadership into gas power generation. This is a unique opportunity to help build this new business from the ground up, backed by a company with decades of proven success in the energy sector. This position will help us shape the processes and standards that carry this business forward to deliver end-to-end hybrid energy solutions.

Provides leadership of project controls personnel assigned to a project management team. Ensures all Blattner project controls processes and deliverables are efficiently executed and delivered to the project team. Is a subject matter expert in the analysis of project data and provides recommendations for improvements to processes to Director - Project Controls and project management teams ensuring controls remain standardized and consistent across all business units. Leads crossbusinessunit modernization of tools, data, and processes to improve predictability, profitability, and decision velocity.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

  • Oversees assigned project controls teams and thirdparty consultants; provides performance evaluation, time approval, recruitment, and mentorship.
  • Develops, controls, and analyzes Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules; conducts schedule risk analysis; manages risk and management of change.
  • Manages workload to ensure timely delivery of schedules, cost forecasts, risk registers and analyses, dashboards, Scurves, and histograms.
  • Conducts strategic analysis of project data to drive decisions; provides concise, actionable recommendations to project teams.
  • Ensures project controls contractual obligations to clients are met; advises project management on contract evaluation and change management.
  • Identifies project controls deliverables of internal and external partners; ensures contractual obligations are prepared and delivered as required.
  • Ensures adherence to project controls policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs); ensures new Schedulers complete required training on policies, procedures, tools, and systems.
  • Collaborates with stakeholders to align and improve processes and systems; assists with methods to measure project controls competencies and schedule effectiveness.
  • Supports Project Controls leadership with communication plans and organizational updates to Operations and stakeholder departments.
  • Owns the enterprise Project Controls Governance Framework: sets companywide standards for baselines, progress measurement (including EVM), forecasting cadence, and risk/contingency policies.
  • Ensures disciplined forecasting, cost management, and schedule integrity within the portfolio, enabling the accurate deliver of 3-12 month forecasts, consolidated executive reporting, and informed margin and cashflowprotecting mitigation plans.
  • Preaward involvement: partners with Estimating and Engineering to develop pursuit schedules, execution strategies, and probabilistic risk/contingency recommendations for megaprojects; participates in executive bid reviews.
  • Baseline & contingency authority: chairs baseline and rebaseline reviews; approves contingency drawdown rules; ensures alignment between commercial terms and controls processes.
  • Advanced risk analytics: institutionalizes Monte Carlo/quantitative risk analysis for schedule and cost; translates outputs into management reserves and scenario plans.
  • Digital & data transformation: owns selection, implementation, and adoption of project controls tools and data pipelines (scheduling, cost, risk, BI); standardizes dashboards and KPIs across the enterprise.
  • Crossfunctional leadership: leads governance forums with Operations, Estimating, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and PMO; resolves systemic schedule and cost risk issues.
  • Financial impact: connects controls metrics to financial outcomes (CPI/SPI, forecast accuracy, contingency utilization); recommends actions to protect margin and cash; escalates critical variances to executives.
  • Continuous improvement: executes enterprise initiatives to reduce change cycle time, improve forecast accuracy, and increase schedule adherence across business units.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

  • A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Industrial Engineering Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field; or equivalent education or relevant experience required.
  • Five or more years progressive experience in a construction project controls discipline including project scheduling, project cost, or project risk analysis or a combination of these experiences. Previous experience leading senior level individual contributors required.
  • Adept in team building and managing remote and in-office employees providing purpose, direction, and motivation to achieve team objectives and goals.
  • Experience professionally developing employees preparing them for growth opportunities and career advancements.
  • Sets the example of living Blattner's values and adhering to the Blattner Basics. Recognizes employees in a meaningful way who live the Blattner values and adhere to Blattner Basics.
  • Working knowledge of scheduling software (Primavera, Microsoft Project).
  • Working knowledge of cost forecasting software (i.e. Ecosys)
  • Working knowledge of Risk Analysis software (i.e. Primavera Risk, Acumen Risk, @Risk, Safran, etc.)
  • Expert in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
  • Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation, listening).
  • Strong mentorship skills (open, supportive, listen, guidance, able to provide timely and constructive feedback on employee performance).
  • Ability to organize and prioritize numerous competing tasks for various stakeholders.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

  • Competitive pay and annual bonus
  • Reimbursed lodging
  • Per diem
  • Company truck with a gas card
  • Rotational program with paid flights home
  • 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for employees
  • 100% employer-paid dental insurance premiums for everyone on plan
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Education assistance (tuition reimbursement)
  • Employee/family focused culture
  • And more!

WHO ARE WE?

Blattner Company is a leading renewable energy contractor and service provider with utility scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States. Based at our headquarters in Avon, Minnesota, we are powered by over a century of construction experience and passionate, innovative employees.

Be a part of something bigger and join the Blattner team - Leading America to a clean energy future!

Blattner is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Blattner will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Blattner is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Blattner prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.


$121,680.00 - $176,436.00 Individual Compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity.


WHO ARE WE?


With more than 115 years of construction experience, Blattner has played a vital role in building America's critical infrastructure, ranging from railroads and highways to dams and mines. Since 1997, the company has focused on renewable energy solutions and is responsible for some of the most significant solar, wind and storage projects in the U.S. Today, Blattner has installed over 20% of America's utility-scale wind, solar and energy storage capacity. Blattner Company is the parent company of Blattner Energy and D.H. Blattner & Sons, of which all are members of the Quanta Services family of companies. Company headquarters are in Avon, Minnesota.


Blattner is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Blattner will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Blattner is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Blattner prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.