Primary Functions: Investigate equipment failures and difficult-to-diagnose process problems through application of engineering principles; Lead plant and outside engineering teams to address mission critical issues such as compliance with environmental regulations, improving sustainability, meeting company strategic goals, and lowering the cost of producing electricity; Communicate, coordinate and resolve conflicts with multiple parties including contractors, suppliers and OUC employees in the completion of plant projects and ensuring equipment is functioning to design requirements; Make engineering decisions which affect the health, safety and welfare of the plant by utilizing basic engineering sciences and industry practices originating from engineering organizations, governmental agencies, safety laws and codes are applied; Research and identify cost saving opportunities and analyze new technologies for continuous plant improvement and reliability; evaluate alternatives to determine the lowest economical costs. In this role, you will be responsible for developing technical specifications and project scopes; managing plant modification and capital improvement projects from concept through completion; reviewing O&M data, test results, and equipment trends to ensure optimal performance; supervising OUC craft labor and contractors; supporting Purchasing with RFPs, bid evaluations, and vendor negotiations; and preparing financial justifications and budget proposals for management and the Capital Review Committee.