Power Plant Cycle Performance Engineer

Analyze historical plant data, including: SCADA/DCS data Performance test data

SCADA/DCS data

Performance test data

Identify performance gaps and degradation trends.

Develop predictive models and digital optimization tools where applicable.

Provide technical guidance on design improvements and retrofit projects such as: Turbine upgrades and modifications HRSG enhancements Cooling system optimization Integration of energy storage or hybrid systems

Turbine upgrades and modifications

HRSG enhancements

Cooling system optimization

Integration of energy storage or hybrid systems

Support feasibility studies, FEED, and detailed engineering phases.

Lead and support performance testing activities in accordance with ASME PTC standards.

Validate model predictions against field test results.

Recommend corrective actions to address deviations.

Work closely with: Mechanical, Electrical, and I&C engineering teams Plant operations and maintenance personnel OEMs, key suppliers, and project execution partners

Mechanical, Electrical, and I&C engineering teams

Plant operations and maintenance personnel

OEMs, key suppliers, and project execution partners

Provide technical support during commissioning, outages, and troubleshooting.

Advanced analytical and modeling skills

Strong problem-solving and optimization mindset

Data-driven decision making

Technical leadership

Effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Primarily office-based with occasional travel for collaboration with OEMs, site support, and field-testing activities.

Reports to: Lead Mechanical Engineer or Project Engineering Manager

This position offers a unique opportunity to help shape a newly established power generation business within a well-established engineering firm. This role will provide meaningful influence over business direction, support the establishment of growth strategies, and serve as a leadership position within the developing team. It will also create the opportunity to define workflows, procedures, and engineering guidelines for the new power generation engineering group while providing a strong platform for rapid career growth into broader leadership positions.