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Net Power

Project Manager, Power Generation

Houston, TX · On-site

Job Overview Net Power is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Power Generation to lead owner-side execution of utility-scale power generation projects. The Project Manager will be accountable ...

Sargent Lundy

Senior Electrical Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$116K - $179K/yr

Particular experience in electrical design of thermal power projects is desired. You will have the opportunity to travel within the United States as well as internationally. Qualifications We do not ...

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Senior Development Engineer, Thermal Generation

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Capital Power Operations (USA) Inc
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$128K - $141K/yr

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Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Company Overview

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to powering change through lower‑carbon, reliable, and affordable power solutions across North America.

Position Summary

Senior Development Engineer (Full Time, Permanent) – responsible for leading the technical and engineering aspects of thermal power development projects from concept through final investment decisions.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the technical and engineering work for US‑based thermal development projects.
  • Support the Strategy department in evaluating the technical feasibility of new technology.
  • Coordinate with internal SMEs and external consultants to ensure engineering deliverables meet business needs and company standards.
  • Manage and finalize project layouts and documentation for prioritization.
  • Develop and coordinate the technical scope of work, applying internal resources or leading and managing external consultants.
  • Support the preparation of technical RFP documents, including technical evaluation of project‑specific engineering and equipment specifications.
  • Recommend equipment selection and new concepts to improve performance and optimize costs.
  • Assist in planning, estimating, and scheduling project deliverables.
  • Facilitate the creation of conceptual project layouts.
  • Provide technical inputs to other departments to facilitate project approval, permitting, business case development, construction, and operations.
  • Support due diligence on potential acquisition of projects in progress.
  • Support the development of project execution and procurement plans.
  • Direct multi‑disciplinary teams to complete technical inputs.
  • Foster relationships with customers, contractors, and third parties.
  • Provide recommendations to the Director of Development Engineering, ensuring alignment with Capital Power’s strategy and maintaining effective relationships with key partners.
  • Collaborate with estimating and operations groups to develop capital estimates, risk assessments, and compliance reviews for development projects and acquisitions.
  • Ensure cross‑functional accountability and authority practices are strictly followed to achieve efficient deliverables.
Qualifications
  • Education: Completed Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering; Registered Professional Engineer (PE). Education equivalency may be considered.
  • Experience: 10+ years in the thermal power generation industry; project management experience through FEED stage or demonstrated management of multi‑disciplinary engineering projects.
  • Technical: Familiarity with simple‑cycle vs combined‑cycle projects, repowering, conversions, and brownfield thermal expansion projects; knowledge of technical best practices, environmental permitting, laws, and regulations pertaining to power plant operations and construction; technical coordination experience for gas turbine equipment procurement interfacing with suppliers and contractors.
  • Software: Proficiency with power plant performance layout and performance modeling tools.
Working Conditions

This hybrid office/work‑from‑home position is located in Phoenix, Arizona or Washington, DC, with occasional travel to facilities or potential development sites.

Benefits
  • Salary range: $128,000 to $141,000, based on qualifications and experience.
  • Health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and annual bonus.
  • Legal eligibility to work in the United States and required pre‑employment drug testing.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process and embraces diversity, hiring employees based on skills, experience, and knowledge regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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