Engineering Project Manager II - Corrosion Middletown CA at Calpine / America Jobs

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Engineering Project Manager II - Corrosion Middletown CA

at Calpine in California

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for managing the engineering and construction activities necessary to plan, design, license, construct and start-up new power plants. Manages projects from original concept through final implementation and is responsible for administrative/operational/technical leadership of the project(s) including managing of budget. Defines project scope and objectives. Assembles project teams, assigns individual responsibilities, develops project schedules and is responsible for determining and acquiring resources needed. Must be familiar with the entire scope and requirements of the project(s) and serves as liaison between team members and functional area management requesting project. Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables. Recommends and takes action to direct the analysis and solutions of problems. Responsibilities may include contracts, supply chain, quality assurance, government relations, public relations, etc. May identify, evaluate and hire outside contractors as needed throughout all phases of development, and coordinate with internal technical functions. May supervise and coordinate the engineering and construction, audit, and contract groups associated with assigned project. Complexity and scope of project varies based on level of experience.

Job Responsibilities

Solid, working knowledge.
Experienced professional with full understanding of job, company and industry practices.
Performs in fully-functioning capacity, equivalent to a journey level contributor.
Oversees one or more smaller or medium sized projects or a major subcomponent of a large project or projects of moderate risk.
Makes decisions regarding own work, often in ambiguous situations; makes recommendations regarding own function/discipline.
Solves operational problems and associated technical issues; modifies existing tools, techniques or processes.
Works on problems of moderate complexity.
Uses independent judgment within defined policies and practices. Interprets guidelines, select methods, techniques and analytical approach.
Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
May be designated project or technical lead for an ongoing process or short-term project within own department.
Information sharing gives and receives information such as options, technical direction, instruction and reporting results.

Specialized Job Information

Focus on reducing the effects of corrosion in the steam gathering system. Work is split between field and office work. Specific areas for this group include:

Evaluate methods to reduce both short term and long term effects of corrosion in steam and condensate pipelines
Improve existing processes, develop new processes, and modify equipment design to reduce corrosion
Manage projects to enhance corrosion monitoring
Evaluate budgetary necessity and prioritizes budgetary spending
Develop annual budget to improve safety and reliability
Monitor spending and communicate required scope changes to meet budget constraints
Coordinate with steamfield engineers to modernize and standardize equipment
Coordinate with internal and external technical experts to evaluate and implement advancements to steamfield technology
Provide technical guidance in the development of guidelines, procedures, and contracts.
Monitor processes for corrosion risk

Job Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
Journey level; typically requires 5+ years experience managing a portion of a large project or independently leading a small project.
Working knowledge of a wide variety of project management tools, processes and methods.

Preferred Qualifications include

Industrial/Field experience
Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with corrosion experience
Pipeline experience
Familiarity with ASME Power Piping Code B31.1
Familiarity with steam pipeline corrosion mitigation
Familiarity with FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, HAZOP, and MOC

Salary Information

Salary Range - $103,175.00 - $131,549.00

Additional Calpine Information:

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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