Real Time Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary

The Real Time Engineer plays a crucial role in the efficient and safe operation of the organization’s power generation operations; monitors and analyzes real-time data from various sources; collaborates with Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering personnel, and ensures optimal performance and accurate, data-driven decision making within the organization’s tactical operations.

Responsibilities

- Monitoring and intervention on power generation equipment performance in real-time to support field operations.

- Utilize data acquisition platforms to analyze equipment health and detect anomalies to improve availability and reliability.

- Develop and document Root Cause Analyses (RCA) to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.

- Track and trend key equipment parameters to identify performance deviations and improve long-term reliability.

- Provide real-time troubleshooting support to field personnel to maintain equipment availability.

- Actively participate in incident response activities, including coordinating with field teams, troubleshooting operational issues, and executing corrective measures to minimize downtime and optimize productivity.

- Bridge communication between field operations and engineering teams to ensure timely resolution of technical issues.

- Maintain access to accurate records of operational activities, equipment performance, and incidents. Prepare timely reports and summaries for management, highlighting key findings, trends, and recommendations for improvement.

- Contribute to technical reports, reliability dashboards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

- Drive improvements in monitoring processes, data analysis, and operational support methods.

- Provide real time engineering and troubleshooting of equipment operating in-field with Field Engineering Team.

- Track and report on equipment and site trends to improve reliability and performance.

- Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies by attending all required HSE training sessions, safety meetings, and always utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

- Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, or related field) preferred.

- 3-years experience in field operations, preferably in the Power Generation field.

- Detail oriented, process driven and methodical.

- Familiar with Cat G3520 Recip Generator Packages.

- Familiar with Solar SMT Turbine Generator Packages.

- Familiar with electrical, controls and gas interfaces.

- Familiar with power distribution equipment and power transformation.

- Familiar with and/or supported AC systems up to 15kV and DC systems up to 120V.

- Capable of performing root cause analysis and providing corrective actions.

- Experience with visualization platforms such as PowerBI, Grafana and Sophia platforms.

- Experience with multi-gen controller visualization platforms.

- Experience working in a startup environment a plus.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office.

- Possess extreme sense of ownership and highly collaborative.

- Responsive, action oriented and agile in decision making.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those required for an employee to successfully perform the role’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent environmental conditions an employee will encounter while performing the role’s essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate and an employee may encounter extreme weather conditions while performing major duties. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the role’s classification. This job description is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this role.

PROPWR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.