Mechanical Engineer

Alaska Power & Telephone Company is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to design and support rotating equipment and plant systems across its isolated power systems. The role supports plant maintenance and operations, equipment installation and troubleshooting, safety and compliance, and project planning.

Responsibilities:

• Develop engineering designs, conceptual through construction, for rotating equipment: generators, motors, auxiliary systems, and other plant equipment
• Support hydroelectric and diesel plant maintenance programs
• Provide operational support across diesel, hydro, and other plant facilities, including occasional after-hours emergency troubleshooting
• Investigate and resolve design problems; develop corrective-action plans; prepare reports, standards, specifications, RFPs, and material requisitions
• Perform equipment installation, testing, startup, upgrades, and repairs, working closely with mechanics, plant operators, and electricians
• Prepare SOPs and safety procedures, and review facilities for NESC compliance
• Work with technical staff on yearly budgeting, planning, and project tracking

Requirements:

• 2- or 4-year engineering or technical degree in a relevant area of study
• Five or more years of field and design experience with plant typical of small utility or industrial installations (50 to 5000 kW Range)
• Basic knowledge of diesel engine technologies and construction practices
• Ability to self-motivate, manage time, plan projects, communicate with other team members
• Ability to safely identify hazards and work around electrical and mechanical equipment
• Familiar with AutoCAD, Microsoft office and other similar basic computer tools
• Background in power generation and distribution systems, equipment and design practices
• Mechanical Engineer Professional Engineer registered in Alaska
• Seven years or more years of utility or industrial experience
• Familiar with isolated Alaskan communities and challenges of travel and planning projects in the region
• Hands on experience specifying, supervising installation and maintenance of hydro and diesel electric generation systems
• High level of skill in Pelton and Turgo hydroelectric turbine design and systems
• Knowledge of engineering design principles and engineering standards and codes applicable to electric utility
• Experience with the use of hand and power tools