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It's your time, make it matter. Peterson is a family-owned business with 85+ years of experience partnering with customers to build the future. Our work shapes the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson's legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don't just have a career, you have a purpose.
Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards because our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values. If you are highly motivated with outstanding skills and want your work to matter, Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It's time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters.
Peterson Power Systems has a need for a Project Engineering Supervisor at our Hillsboro, OR location.
Overview
The Project Engineering Supervisor leads a team of Project Engineers who act as technical liaisons between internal Sales and Project Management staff, contractors, outside engineering firms, and end-user customers. Responsibilities include planning, scheduling, and monitoring the work of Project Engineers, preparing project schedules, assisting with project cost estimates, and providing essential project documentation, technical engineering support, and drawings.
Essential Job Functions
- Plan, assign, and monitor the work of a team of Project Engineers, including :
Application engineering
Creation of submittalsCreation of Commissioning, Operation, and Maintenance ManualsProvide technical support within the team, to clients, and with vendorsFactory Witness TestsWork with Sales and Project Management staff, contractors, outside engineering firms, and end-user customers to provide accurate project cost estimates on well-designed, high-performance, high-reliability power systems that provide exceptional customer valueProvide Engineering support to Sales Representatives and Project Portfolio Managers for one-off projects, including but not limited to :Pro Forma financial analysis for Cogeneration, Peaking, and Base Load Applications
Emissions ComplianceSystem integration and engineering of balance of plant such as heat recovery, cooling systems, sound attenuation, vibration, and motor startingApplication engineering to ensure the right prime mover and balance of plant components are supplied to meet performance and availability requirementsRespond to engineering questions from customers, engineering representatives, AHJ, and suppliersPerform design reviews of the total Gas power system to ensure the total Power Plant and / or cogeneration system and balance of plant meet performance and availability requirementsCollaborate with other Peterson Engineering and Project Management professionals to ensure successful total power plant system integrationCoordinate with Project Managers and Service departments to ensure startup and commissioning conform to contract documents and good engineering practicesCollaborate with Caterpillar District Sales Representatives and Application Support Center to prepare accurate pricing and scheduling estimatesPrepare operation manuals, maintenance manuals, and other close-out documentationTravel nationally and internationally up to 25% of the time to visit jobsites and meet with team members, customers, and vendorsOperate company or personal vehicle as neededMaintain regular, punctual, and predictable attendanceQualifications
Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited college in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; and a minimum of six (6) years of experience with the design and application of Gas Engine Power Plants and Cogeneration systems; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience2+ years of supervisory experience requiredKnowledge of local gas and electric utility rates, environmental law, local incentive plans, and AB 32 and how these regulatory and cost issues affect Gas Project economics is highly preferredGas Engine Power Plants and Cogeneration system experience includes heat balance, pumps, piping, cooling towers, piping design, exhaust systems, emissions after treatment, fuel handling and treatment, and engine room design in gas engine and cogenerationCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must maintain a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving recordProfessional Engineer License in the state of CA, OR, and / or WA preferredPeterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Management and ManufacturingIndustries
Machinery ManufacturingJ-18808-Ljbffr