Dir Generation Engineering

Position Summary

Executive leadership role within the Power Generation department, responsible for leading and overseeing all engineering and project management functions supporting the generation assets.  This role provides strategic and operational leadership for multidisciplinary teams engaged in mechanical, civil and electrical program management, project execution and engineering support across the power generation fleet.

Director is accountable for driving continuous improvement and high-quality execution of engineering programs that align with the organization’s reliability, safety and compliance objectives.  The role ensures effective planning and execution of capital projects, provides technical oversight and governance, and champions cross-functional collaboration to support optimal asset performance.  

Grade: Executive 
Deadline to apply: 11/25/2025

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for engineering teams supporting power generation assets, including mechanical, civil and electrical disciplines.
• Drive execution of capital projects within the generation portfolio, ensuring delivery is on schedule, within scope and aligned with quality and regulatory expectations.
• Develop and manage the Power Generation capital budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of critical mechanical and electrical programs to ensure reliability, efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee the development and leadership of a generation performance monitoring function to evaluate and enhance power plant performance, with a focus on heat rate optimization, KPI tracking, and data-driven operational improvements across the generation fleet.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, identifying and implementing engineering solutions that enhance plant performance and reliability.
• Provide expert technical oversight, reviewing engineering designs, and ensure adherence to utility standards, codes, and industry best practices.
• Monitor program and project performance through key metrics, proactively addressing risks and issues that could impact outcomes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and external partners on matters related to generation engineering.
• Lead, mentor and develop a high performing engineering team; ensure workforce planning aligns with future business and technical needs.
• Develop and maintain long-term engineering strategies for generation assets, including lifecycle planning, modernization, and decommissioning strategies.
• Develops and institutionalizes a culture of Safety awareness and exceptional Customer Service.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support organizational goals and operational excellence.
   

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E. Certification).
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks with urgency by delivering on-time accurate results.
• Ability to translate business objectives into strategic/tactical processes.
• Ability to work in a team environment, coordinating with other areas to achieve goals and objectives.
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop successful long-term relationships with internal and external stakeholders with the highest degree of professionalism, clarity, and diplomacy.
• Ability to lead by example and exhibit the following behavioral attributes (1) Targets and achieves large improvements in results; is not
• satisfied with incremental progress (2) Produces results despite obstacles; holds self and others accountable; stands behind commitments and ensures work is accurate and correct.

Competencies

Minimum Education

Required Certifications

Working Environment

Physical Demands