Position Summary:
This Mechanical Engineer position is focused on safely performing performance testing and analysis of equipment and components across the PG&E system. Systems include, but are not limited to, all types of rotating machinery (turbine-generators, compressors and pumps), governors and control systems, mechanical and electrical relays, hydro power plants and associated systems, pipelines, substation, transmission and distribution equipment. This position combines testing and data analysis to deliver practical solutions to complex issues for a wide variety of internal clients. Services include plant condition assessment and predictive maintenance testing, failure analysis, performance assessments, and numerical modelling. Numerical modeling involves creating computer (CAD) models of plant components and perform FEA to determine high stress locations and validate repairs and modifications. Candidates should possess the necessary skills to assess and understand the business needs of clients. Safety is PG&E’s highest priority and candidates will need to demonstrate behaviors that support this commitment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborates with peers to prepare technical reports and specifications and to identify, define, and solve problems
- Able to complete multiple projects concurrently. Develops test protocols, models, technologies and analyzes data. Evaluates performance of parts, assemblies or systems under simulated or actual operating conditions, and records results. Compiles project test results, prepares presentations and recommendations for client and/or ATS leadership
- Expands knowledge in other areas of specialty or discipline, developing breadth or further develops expertise and specialization on one area
- Determines customer expectations and ensures project deliverables meet customer satisfaction objectives
- Collaborates with team determining scope, schedule, budget and resources needed to produce a successful test outcome
- Completes assignments with a broad scope and complexity focused on practical resolutions.
- Identifies innovations and cost-reduction potential of new and existing technologies
- May assist higher level peers on the most complex and innovative tests
- Develops test protocols and designs on complex systems to meet the objectives of project
Required Education & Experience:
- CAD and FEA experience such as SolidWorks and ANSYS
- Experience in acoustic testing, analysis and noise mitigation
- Demonstrated communication, presentation and teamwork skills
- Experience with test instrumentation application and usage
- Experience in a client focused environment
- Understanding of quality assurance concepts and practices
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with an emphasis on related / assigned discipline (i.e., Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering, etc.)
- Five (5) years of related experience
- Experience in the application of predictive maintenance to include vibration monitoring, lube oil analysis, generator partial discharge and motor diagnostics
- Strong investigative and analytical problem-solving skills