Engineer II -Generation Performance

About Old Dominion Electric Cooperative:

Old Dominion Electric Cooperative (ODEC) provides reliable, cost-effective, environmentally balanced, wholesale electric services to our 11-member distribution cooperatives in Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware. Our core business is generating, purchasing, and delivering electricity to our members. ODEC is a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative that operates for the benefit of our members, who are our owners. Our home office is located in Glen Allen, Virginia.

 Purpose of Job

Seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled engineering professional to support combustion turbine and diesel power plant operations, regulatory compliance activities, and engineering support functions for ODEC generation assets. This position is responsible for monitoring plant performance, preparing and submitting operational and regulatory reports, supporting maintenance and inspection activities, coordinating smaller maintenance projects, and providing technical support to operations and internal departments. The role also supports diesel generation facilities through inspections, fuel monitoring, audit support, and emergency operational assistance.

Essential Responsibilities

Regulatory Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare, compile, and submit operational, corporate, regulatory, and federal reports related to power plant operations.
• Prepare the Monthly Operations Report Summary for inclusion in Power Supply Board reporting materials.
• Collect, analyze, and validate operational plant data for submission to agencies including NERC, PJM, and DOE.
• Support NERC Compliance activities by maintaining a working knowledge of applicable standards and identifying potential compliance concerns.
• Maintain documentation, calculations, records, and correspondence in accordance with ODEC Records Management Standards.
• May serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned compliance standards.

 Technical Engineering Support

• Support operations personnel by investigating operational issues, troubleshooting equipment and performance concerns, and recommending solutions.
• Monitor and trend power plant performance data, including heat rate, output, and operational efficiency metrics.
• Prepare technical reports, recommendations, and operational analyses for engineering and operations leadership.
• Respond to requests for engineering, fuel usage, operational, and performance data from internal departments.
• Review regulatory standards, policies, and procedures and provide technical recommendations and comments.
• Recommend, draft, revise, and maintain engineering-related policies and procedures.
• Serve as backup support for daily generation reporting activities.

Diesel Generation Plant Support

• Conduct periodic on-site inspections of diesel generation facilities and document findings.
• Coordinate resolution of inspection and maintenance items with operations and engineering personnel.
• Support Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) audit activities and corrective action completion.
• Assist with preparation for and participation in DEQ and other regulatory audits.
• Monitor fuel oil inventory levels and coordinate fuel purchases with vendors.
• Maintain fuel-purchasing documentation and oil-testing records.
• Support emergency operations activities for member cooperatives, as required.
• Maintain required certifications and technical training.

 Project Oversight and Coordination

• Oversee contractors and vendors performing maintenance work at generation facilities.
• Coordinate activities with plant personnel to maintain a safe working environment.
• Verify work performed aligns with approved scope, schedule, and project requirements.
• Assist in resolving technical, scheduling, contractor, or operational issues during project execution.
• Communicate project changes, risks, and budget implications to engineering and operations leadership.
• Participate in project closeout activities, punch list development, and completion verification.
• Maintain project documentation and records in accordance with ODEC standards.

Work Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of engineering experience, preferably within power generation or industrial operations environments.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in project engineering and/or project management activities.

 Critical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of engineering theories, concepts, principles, and performance calculations.
• Working knowledge of power plant operations and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements and compliance standards applicable to power generation facilities.
• Ability to analyze operational and performance data and identify trends or deficiencies.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to develop and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Working knowledge of power plant design drawings, including P&IDs and electrical wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments and projects effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Thorough understanding of workplace safety requirements and safe work practices.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Minimum one (1) year of experience supporting power generation facilities preferred.
• Experience supporting combustion turbine, diesel generation, or utility operations environments preferred.
• Experience with regulatory compliance reporting and power plant operational analysis preferred.
• Experience supporting utility-scale power generation facilities.
• Experience with NERC compliance standards and reporting requirements.
• Experience with CAD or other engineering drafting applications.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction methods related to power generation facilities.
• Experience supporting EH&S audits and regulatory inspections.
• Project coordination or contractor oversight experience preferred.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• Electrical, Mechanical, preferred.

Travel

• Travel is required for this position.
• Periodic travel to power plants, substations, diesel generation sites, and operational facilities is required.
• Occasional emergency response support may require off-hours or extended travel.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Frequently performs fieldwork in industrial and outdoor environments during varying weather conditions.
• Regular exposure to power plants, substations, and high-voltage environments.
• Ability to walk over uneven or rough terrain.
• Ability to climb ladders and access elevated platforms.
• Ability to lift and/or move materials or equipment up to 50 pounds.
• May require extended periods of standing, walking, or outdoor work activities.

We offer a competitive salary, defined-benefit retirement security (pension) plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) company match, vacation based on relevant years of experience, generous sick time accrual, and holiday pay, in addition to many other benefits.

ODEC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

 This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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