Performance Engineer

Description

• Prepare power generation forecasts and provide other thermodynamics calculations to support planning and budgeting.
• Conduct detailed power plants performance analysis, on-site and off-site. Monitor plant performance and efficiency using analytical tools and software.
• Provide process design, equipment specifications, and control philosophies for new plant and improvement projects; work independently and/or with internal personnel/groups to identify and achieve improvements.
• Monitor and identify/implement improvements to increase net operating income by analyzing equipment working point and heat source conditions.
• Provide day-to-day power plants engineering support.

Requirements

• Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s auto insurance carrier.
• Must have the ability to read, write and speak English at a level that will permit the employee to understand and communicate information in a manner that will enable the employee to safely and efficiently perform the job duties.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an industrial process, power generation facility or manufacturing facility is preferred.
• To be eligible for Senior Process Engineer, must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in an industrial process, power generation facility or manufacturing facility.
• High level of competence and applicable experience.
• Must be able to work in plant operating areas including exposure to noise, vibrations, heat and cold.
• A Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions.
• Job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays when necessary. Must be able to work extended hours as required.
• The ability to work at a computer and computer monitor and use repetitive motion for long periods of time.
• Must be able to climb ladders, work off of elevated platforms and walkways and work in confined spaces.
• Must have a high degree of initiative, ability to work with minimal or no supervision.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner, refuel vehicle and enter and exit vehicle without assistance, remain alert while driving for continuous period of time and read and understand maps.
• Must be able to travel to other locations, including rural areas and other states, to work on other projects.
• Must be able to wear any required protective equipment, as required by safety procedures and regulations.
• This job requires sitting approximately 80% and standing up to 20%.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance