Power Generation Engineer
Oversee operations, maintenance, and optimization of natural gas power plants to ensure reliable power for xAI's Colossus AI supercomputer datacenter in Memphis. Requires 5+ years experience in power generation and bachelor's in engineering.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of natural gas turbines and power generation equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Monitor and analyze power generation systems to detect and resolve issues proactively, minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers and datacenter operations, to integrate power systems with AI infrastructure.
- Conduct regular maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades on turbines, generators, and control systems.
- Develop and implement strategies for energy efficiency, cost reduction, and sustainable power generation.
- Lead root cause analysis for power-related incidents and drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure operations adhere to regulatory requirements from local, state, and federal agencies.
- Mentor junior engineers and technicians.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in power generation, focusing on natural gas plants, turbines, or similar systems.
- Strong understanding of turbine operations, control systems, and power distribution in industrial settings.
- Proven track record in troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues.
- Familiarity with safety protocols, environmental regulations, and standards (e.g., ASME, IEEE).
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
- 8+ years of experience, including leadership in power plant operations or datacenter energy management.
- Expertise in natural gas turbine technologies (e.g., GE, Siemens) and combined cycle power plants.
- Knowledge of renewable energy integration or hybrid power systems.
- Certifications such as PE (Professional Engineer) or CEM (Certified Energy Manager).
- Prior work in high-tech or mission-critical facilities like datacenters or aerospace.
Skills
Natural Gas Turbines, Power Generation, Turbine Operations, Control Systems, Power Distribution, Ge Turbines, Siemens Turbines, Combined Cycle Power Plants, Asme Standards, Ieee Standards
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