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TF Cornerstone

Engineer

Reston, VA · Remote

$41 - $43/hr

This position is not eligible for remote work. Non-exempt hourly position eligible for overtime ... Efficiently operate central plant chillers, package units, heating equipment, air handling units ...

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How much do remote diesel plant fitter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote diesel plant fitter in the United States is $25.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote diesel plant fitter?

A Remote Diesel Plant Fitter is a skilled tradesperson responsible for maintaining, repairing, and servicing diesel-powered equipment and machinery at remote worksites, such as mines or construction sites. Their duties often include diagnosing mechanical issues, performing routine servicing, and ensuring equipment runs efficiently and safely. Working in remote locations requires adaptability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. These professionals play a crucial role in keeping essential heavy machinery operational in challenging environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote diesel plant fitter?

To thrive as a Remote Diesel Plant Fitter, you need strong mechanical aptitude, experience with diesel engines, and a recognized trade qualification or apprenticeship in heavy plant or diesel fitting. Proficiency with diagnostic tools, maintenance software, and safety systems is typically required, along with certifications in areas like confined space and working at heights. Excellent problem-solving skills, self-motivation, and effective communication enable you to work independently and collaborate remotely with teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and maintaining safety standards in isolated work environments.

What are some common challenges faced by remote diesel plant fitters and how can they be managed?

Remote Diesel Plant Fitters often work in isolated locations, which can present challenges such as limited access to spare parts, harsh environmental conditions, and minimal immediate support from colleagues. To manage these situations, it’s important to maintain strong communication with the home base, ensure meticulous preparation before heading to site, and develop strong troubleshooting skills. Many employers provide specialized training and remote support systems to help fitters address issues efficiently and safely. Building a reliable network with other technicians and being proactive in preventive maintenance can also help mitigate unexpected breakdowns.

What is the difference between Remote Diesel Plant Fitter vs Remote Heavy Equipment Mechanic?

AspectRemote Diesel Plant FitterRemote Heavy Equipment Mechanic
CertificationsDiesel mechanic certifications, technical diplomasHeavy equipment or diesel mechanic certifications
Work EnvironmentIndustrial sites, power plants, remote locationsConstruction sites, mining, industrial facilities
Industry UsagePower generation, oil & gas, industrial plantsConstruction, mining, agriculture

Both roles involve diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, but Remote Diesel Plant Fitters focus on power plants and industrial facilities, while Remote Heavy Equipment Mechanics work primarily on construction and mining machinery. The certifications and work environments overlap significantly, making them closely related but distinct in application.

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Infographic showing various Remote Diesel Plant Fitter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,672 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Principal Project Manager

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

Manning, SC • Remote

$103K - $129K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Principal Field Project Manager, you will be responsible for all project management processes on high-complexity projects, or a portfolio of medium to high-complexity projects. Lead and establish a healthy collaborative working environment with large teams, including cross-department roles such as Project Controls, Quality, Engineering and other Project Managers.

You will report to the Manager Field Service Operations and will be considered a remote employee and will travel to specified project locations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • You will lead a variety of welding, machining and large components replacement projects performed during nuclear power plant outages.
  • Oversee and provide input to development of cost estimates and proposals for field service projects, in the nuclear power sector. Support customer negotiations and be an advocate for Westinghouse value-added opportunities at customer sites.
  • Complete the project planning processes, including authoring project management plans, procedures, schedules, challenge meetings, cost baselines/projections and financials reporting, invoicing, risk and partner registers per the Westinghouse Enterprise Project Management Office programs and Specialty Welding & Machining Project Playbook.
  • Be the driving factor during project execution at customer sites that lead our teams to safe and event-free, first-time quality project deliveries including schedule performance vs. baseline, tracking and projecting financials, invoicing, logging project performance details and lessons learned, and active partner management with internal and external communications. Develop and implement recovery plans when projects are off-track.
  • Ensure project closure by archiving work in financial, scheduling, document management, and resource management systems/tools. Perform final project quality assessments and reports. Communicate best practices, opportunities for improvement, lessons learned, and risk avoidance for future work.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in applicable disciplines: Project Management, Engineering, Science, or a related technical degree or equivalent non-degreed technical experience in an industrial environment (field service, nuclear, power plant, NDE, oil/gas).
  • 5 years of project management experience or 3 years of project management/supervisory experience and 2+ years of technical field experience (e.g., field service, nuclear, power plant, Non-Destructive Examination (NDE), oil/gas industry) may be considered as equivalent.
  • 6-10 plus years of applicable Project Management experience preferred, specifically in Construction Management, large component replacements, and working with union represented craft workforce. Experience leading field-based projects, particularly at nuclear plants during outages, and observing Safety and Non-Safety Related Quality Programs, ASME codes and several types of NDE.
  • Leadership and hands-on field experience with both non-union and union represented workforce for pipe fitting, boilermakers, machinists, manual and automated welding, and nuclear system piping repairs.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon qualifications, is estimated to be ($103,200 to $129,000) per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

  • Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options

  • Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members

  • 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement

  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

  • Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance

  • Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers

  • Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service

  • Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

  • Safety and Quality

  • Integrity and Trust

  • Customer Focus and Innovation

  • Speed and Passion to Win

  • Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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