Reliability Engineer

Overview

Ethos Energy is recruiting for a Reliability Engineer to join the Wolf Hollow Power Plant team located in Granbury, Texas. This position will primarily be responsible for plant engineering design, capital projects, environmental compliance, NERC compliance, and operational and maintenance consulting support.

Qualified applicants must have progressive work experience in electrical power generation, or related fields, with a minimum of 4 years. A recognized degree in Engineering or a scientific discipline from an accredited college or university is strongly preferred. However, a professional license in an appropriate discipline from a recognized licensing board or documentation of specialized courses in general engineering or related engineering discipline will be considered.

• Provide technical expertise and guidance in the resolution and prevention of equipment problems.
• Lead or participate in plant Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA) processes to ensure corrective actions, repairs or modifications are appropriate and timely in their execution.
• Work with Maintenance and Operations personnel to evaluate and resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain records for equipment testing, protection system maintenance, and control systems in accordance with NERC requirements.
• Provide comprehensive power plant performance leadership and support. Analyze, monitor, and report plant and system performance by assessing operational and maintenance data.
• Develop and/or review Planned Maintenance (PM) activities.
• Direct the activities of contractors to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Resolve plant operational issues by applying technical expertise to recommend appropriate solutions; possess strong analytical skills for identifying root causes of failures.
• Ensure all maintenance, testing, and documentation comply with applicable NERC standards (PRC, FAC, CIP, MOD, and others as applicable).
• Perform other duties and administrative tasks as assigned by the Facility Manager.
• Write project scope and material specifications.
• Provide budgetary support for assigned projects.

• Technical knowledge of Power Plant Operations and Maintenance, performance calculations, and related practices.
• Ability to maintain the DCS, programmable logic controllers and field devices including transmitters, control valves, meters and process analytical devices.
• Strong computer skills including spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and project software.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills; ability to convey complex issues clearly to management and peers.
• Aptitude for determining causes of failure.
• Strong I&C or Electrical background preferred.
• Safety-oriented mindset; prioritizes teammate and personal safety.
• Ability to understand complex contractual issues as they relate to plant Operations and Maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a plant staff, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to respond calmly and think clearly in emergency situations.

• Progressive work experience in electrical power generation or related fields, 4 years minimum.

• A recognized degree in engineering or a scientific discipline from an accredited college or university.
• A professional license in an appropriate discipline from a recognized licensing board or documentation of specialized courses in relevant engineering or related discipline.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Supportive company culture that values its employees
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan
• Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
• Company-sponsored Perks & Discount programs

Ethos Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.