Power generation, hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear, wind, battery, solar * Utility engineering * Heavy/Industrial facilities with rotating equipment * Title V industries * Refineries * Pulp & paper
Power generation, hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear, wind, battery, solar * Utility engineering * Heavy/Industrial facilities with rotating equipment * Title V industries * Refineries * Pulp & paper
Power generation, hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear, wind, battery, solar * Utility engineering * Heavy/Industrial facilities with rotating equipment * Title V industries * Refineries * Pulp & paper
Power generation, hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear, wind, battery, solar * Utility engineering * Heavy/Industrial facilities with rotating equipment * Title V industries * Refineries * Pulp & paper
... solar photovoltaic (PV), hydroelectric power, and battery storage. * Rural Broadband: As engineers, we have a social responsibility to support our communities. Our NIA team works to help our clients ...
... solar photovoltaic (PV), hydroelectric power, and battery storage. * Rural Broadband: As engineers, we have a social responsibility to support our communities. Our NIA team works to help our clients ...
Electrical Engineer - Networks, Integration, & Automation (Vancouver, WA)
Vancouver, WA · On-site
$110K - $165K/yr
... solar photovoltaic (PV), hydroelectric power, and battery storage. * Rural Broadband: As engineers, we have a social responsibility to support our communities. Our NIA team works to help our clients ...
Electrical Engineer - Networks, Integration, & Automation (Vancouver, WA)
Vancouver, WA · On-site
$110K - $165K/yr
... solar photovoltaic (PV), hydroelectric power, and battery storage. * Rural Broadband: As engineers, we have a social responsibility to support our communities. Our NIA team works to help our clients ...
Senior Software Engineer (Node.js/React)
Portland, OR · On-site
$135 - $175/hr
Senior Software Engineer (Node.js/React) About the Company Anza is a revolutionary platform that empowers solar and energy storage equipment buyers and developers to use advanced data and technology ...
Senior Software Engineer (Node.js/React)
Portland, OR · On-site
$135 - $175/hr
Senior Software Engineer (Node.js/React) About the Company Anza is a revolutionary platform that empowers solar and energy storage equipment buyers and developers to use advanced data and technology ...
Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution Systems (Medium Voltage) - Municipal Water Infrastructure
Lake Oswego, OR · Hybrid
$109K - $180K/yr
... solar photovoltaic systems, and cogeneration facilities. You will also provide technical and design ... Perform engineering services during detailed design, including attend/lead meetings, coordinate ...
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Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution Systems (Medium Voltage) - Municipal Water Infrastructure
Lake Oswego, OR · Hybrid
$109K - $180K/yr
... solar photovoltaic systems, and cogeneration facilities. You will also provide technical and design ... Perform engineering services during detailed design, including attend/lead meetings, coordinate ...
Senior Project Manager
Portland, OR · On-site
$111K - $161K/yr
This individual will lead complex Energy Performance Contracting (EPC), Design-Build, and solar PV ... Review and manage engineering design, submittal, and construction document approvals. * Monitor ...
Senior Project Manager
Portland, OR · On-site
$111K - $161K/yr
This individual will lead complex Energy Performance Contracting (EPC), Design-Build, and solar PV ... Review and manage engineering design, submittal, and construction document approvals. * Monitor ...
Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution Systems (Medium Voltage) - Municipal Water Infrastructure
Lake Oswego, OR · Hybrid
$109K - $180K/yr
... solar photovoltaic systems, and cogeneration facilities. You will also provide technical and design ... Perform engineering services during detailed design, including attend/lead meetings, coordinate ...
Electrical Engineer - Power Distribution Systems (Medium Voltage) - Municipal Water Infrastructure
Lake Oswego, OR · Hybrid
$109K - $180K/yr
... solar photovoltaic systems, and cogeneration facilities. You will also provide technical and design ... Perform engineering services during detailed design, including attend/lead meetings, coordinate ...
Sr. Project Manager
Oregon City, OR · On-site
... engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery. We work on a wide range of projects and EPC contracting services, including large transmission and substation projects, complete solar facilities, and ...
Sr. Project Manager
Oregon City, OR · On-site
... engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery. We work on a wide range of projects and EPC contracting services, including large transmission and substation projects, complete solar facilities, and ...
Sr. Project Manager
Oregon City, OR · On-site
... engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery. We work on a wide range of projects and EPC contracting services, including large transmission and substation projects, complete solar facilities, and ...
Sr. Project Manager
Oregon City, OR · On-site
... engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery. We work on a wide range of projects and EPC contracting services, including large transmission and substation projects, complete solar facilities, and ...
Sr. Project Manager
Oregon City, OR · On-site
... engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery. We work on a wide range of projects and EPC contracting services, including large transmission and substation projects, complete solar facilities, and ...
Quick apply
Sr. Project Manager
Oregon City, OR · On-site
... engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery. We work on a wide range of projects and EPC contracting services, including large transmission and substation projects, complete solar facilities, and ...
Sr. Project Manager
Oregon City, OR · On-site
... engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery. We work on a wide range of projects and EPC contracting services, including large transmission and substation projects, complete solar facilities, and ...
Sr. Project Manager
Oregon City, OR · On-site
... engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery. We work on a wide range of projects and EPC contracting services, including large transmission and substation projects, complete solar facilities, and ...
Head of Energy Infrastructure
Tualatin, OR · On-site +1
Build, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of engineers, project managers, and technical ... Experience in renewable energy projects such as solar, wind, or storage * Familiarity with ...
Head of Energy Infrastructure
Tualatin, OR · On-site +1
Build, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of engineers, project managers, and technical ... Experience in renewable energy projects such as solar, wind, or storage * Familiarity with ...
Environmental Project Manager - Permitting & Client Development (Vancouver, WA | Seattle, WA | Po...
Vancouver, WA · On-site
Renewable energy developers (wind, solar, battery storage) * Infrastructure projects requiring complex environmental permitting within Washington, Oregon, and surrounding Pacific Northwest states
Environmental Project Manager - Permitting & Client Development (Vancouver, WA | Seattle, WA | Po...
Vancouver, WA · On-site
Renewable energy developers (wind, solar, battery storage) * Infrastructure projects requiring complex environmental permitting within Washington, Oregon, and surrounding Pacific Northwest states
Field Construction Manager / Inspector, Generalist
Portland, OR · On-site
$90K - $105K/yr
... solar, and substation and transmission work. This role focuses on day to day field oversight and ... engineering teams to resolve field issues • Assist with commissioning, testing, and punch list ...
Field Construction Manager / Inspector, Generalist
Portland, OR · On-site
$90K - $105K/yr
... solar, and substation and transmission work. This role focuses on day to day field oversight and ... engineering teams to resolve field issues • Assist with commissioning, testing, and punch list ...
Environmental Project Manager - Permitting & Client Development (Vancouver, WA | Seattle, WA | Portl
Vancouver, WA · On-site
$130K - $235K/yr
Renewable energy developers (wind, solar, battery storage) * Infrastructure projects requiring complex environmental permitting within Washington, Oregon, and surrounding Pacific Northwest states
Environmental Project Manager - Permitting & Client Development (Vancouver, WA | Seattle, WA | Portl
Vancouver, WA · On-site
$130K - $235K/yr
Renewable energy developers (wind, solar, battery storage) * Infrastructure projects requiring complex environmental permitting within Washington, Oregon, and surrounding Pacific Northwest states
... energy (wind, solar, battery storage), transmission and pipeline infrastructure, and other ... Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change ...
... energy (wind, solar, battery storage), transmission and pipeline infrastructure, and other ... Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change ...
Environmental Project Manager - Permitting & Client Development (Vancouver, WA | Seattle, WA | Portl
Portland, OR · On-site
$130K - $235K/yr
Renewable energy developers (wind, solar, battery storage) * Infrastructure projects requiring complex environmental permitting within Washington, Oregon, and surrounding Pacific Northwest states
Environmental Project Manager - Permitting & Client Development (Vancouver, WA | Seattle, WA | Portl
Portland, OR · On-site
$130K - $235K/yr
Renewable energy developers (wind, solar, battery storage) * Infrastructure projects requiring complex environmental permitting within Washington, Oregon, and surrounding Pacific Northwest states
... energy (wind, solar, battery storage), transmission and pipeline infrastructure, and other ... Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change ...
... energy (wind, solar, battery storage), transmission and pipeline infrastructure, and other ... Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change ...
Software Developer Team Lead
Vancouver, WA · On-site
$121K - $152K/yr
The Software Developer Team Lead oversees the development team in all aspects of the software development life cycle, including design, development, coding, testing, and debugging, to deliver high ...
Software Developer Team Lead
Vancouver, WA · On-site
$121K - $152K/yr
The Software Developer Team Lead oversees the development team in all aspects of the software development life cycle, including design, development, coding, testing, and debugging, to deliver high ...
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| Aspect | Solar Engineer | Solar Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; certifications like NABCEP (optional) | High school diploma or technical training; NABCEP certification preferred |
| Work Environment | Design, planning, project management, and system analysis | Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting on-site |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Engineering firms, solar companies, project developers | Installation companies, maintenance service providers |
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Solar engineers plan, design, and execute solar energy projects, from the installation of new solar energy panels on a home to the building of a new solar power plant. Typically, one engineer is required for solar panel installation on a single rooftop. Larger projects, such as new power plants or large panel installations, need multiple solar engineers to handle the logistics. As a solar engineer, you visit the installation site and meet with customers to discuss and resolve any budgetary, feasibility, and design issues. Before any construction begins, you work with designers and engineers to determine the appropriate arrangement of solar panels to maximize efficiency. With the plan in place, you coordinate the teams that are working on the project and procure materials and equipment, create contracts with electrical and building contractors, and communicate with OEM companies to ensure that the parts for the facility are made to the proper specifications. You provide timely written and verbal updates throughout the construction process to the clients. Once the project is complete, you work with the client or the facility’s managers and maintenance personnel to ensure that the site is in good working order and all designs and specifications are available for continued site maintenance.

Mechanical Plant Project Engineer - Generation & Outage Support
Portland, OR • Hybrid
Full-time
Posted 17 days ago
Portland General Electric rating
9.0
Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We're always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
Help keep Oregon powered.
Portland General Electric is building a pipeline of talented Mechanical Engineers to support our power generation fleet. We regularly hire engineers to lead capital projects, support planned and forced outages, improve equipment reliability, solve complex technical problems, and provide engineering support across thermal, hydro and renewable generation assets.
This pipeline posting allows us to connect with experienced engineers as opportunities become available throughout the year. Multiple openings may be filled from this posting.
Assignments vary depending on business needs and may support:
- Major capital projects
- Planned and forced outages
- Plant reliability improvements
- Mechanical design
- Equipment life extension
- Asset management
- Root cause investigations
- Engineering studies
- Field engineering support
- Project management
What You'll Do
Candidates may:
- Lead mechanical engineering activities supporting maintenance, capital improvement and modernization projects.
- Develop engineering packages, specifications, calculations and technical evaluations.
- Provide engineering support during planned outages and emergent equipment failures.
- Evaluate equipment condition and recommend repair, replacement or life-extension strategies.
- Perform diverse engineering analyses that improve reliability, safety, regulatory compliance and plant performance.
- Support Root Cause Analyses and implement corrective actions.
- Review vendor drawings, engineering calculations and construction packages.
- Manage technical scope, budgets, schedules and engineering deliverables for assigned projects.
Areas of Technical Experience
We welcome engineers with experience in one or more of the following:
- Power generation, hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear, wind, battery, solar
- Utility engineering
- Heavy/Industrial facilities with rotating equipment
- Title V industries
- Refineries
- Pulp & paper
- Oil & gas
- Combined cycle plants
- Large rotating equipment
Experience with any of the following is preferred:
- Turbines (gas fired, steam)
- Reciprocating Engines
- Aeroderivative engines
- HRSGs
- Auxiliary Boilers
- Pressure vessels
- High-energy piping
- Pumps
- Valves
- Heat exchangers
- Rotating equipment
- Structural systems
- Outage planning
- Asset integrity
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Preferred from ABET - accredited engineering program or program accredited by an equivalent agency
- Experience supporting engineering, maintenance, design or capital projects in an industrial or utility environment.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and applicable industry codes.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.
- Experience with ASME (ie, B31.1), API, ANSI, NBIC or other applicable industry standards.
- Experience supporting outage execution or major maintenance.
- Knowledge of project management principles and capital project delivery.
- Experience performing root cause analysis or reliability engineering.
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PGE supports hybrid flexible work arrangements; and will have a combination of in-the-office and working offsite. However, these arrangements may change due to business needs or changes in responsibility. This NOT a remote position.
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here.
Join us today and power your potential!
Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.
PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.comor by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.
To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.
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