Mechanical Engineer I, II, or

Position Title: Mechanical Engineer I, II, or III (AVS/LOS) OPEN UNTIL FILLED D epartment/Location: Operations; Antelope Valley Station; Leland Olds Station/Beulah/Stanton, ND Company: Basin Electric Power Cooperative Position Purpose: As an entry-level position, the incumbent will evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgment in making minor adaptations and modification on power plant system components to improve plant reliability, safety, and performance. Work assignments are varied and tend to be completing smaller projects and assisting experienced mechanical engineers with engineering work on projects of varying scope. These assignments are designed to develop professional work knowledge and ability. Essential Functions: * Under supervision, develop technical portions of a contract for use on new or retrofit facilities. This includes technical review of equipment, establishment of specifications, preparation of drawings, and assistance in evaluation of bids for each contract. * Assist maintenance engineering staff in completing engineering studies to improve plant performance, safety, and reliability, as required. Activities may include utilizing and developing computer programs, collecting and evaluating test data, and preparing and reviewing technical information. * Assist with collecting vibration data on assigned plant equipment using vibration data equipment and computer software. Assist with evaluating collected data to diagnose problems and recommend repairs. During unit outages, assist with inspections of plant equipment and systems and coordination of minor repairs. Will also oversee contractors on smaller projects to ensure work is completed correctly and on schedule. Fill in for maintenance supervisors as needed, including weekend duty, after hour call- outs, and vacation/sick leave. * To solve engineering problems, apply standard practices and principles in specific situations; gather, adjust, and correlate data; recognize discrepancies in results; and follow operations through a series of related, detailed steps and processes. Some economic analysis of possible solutions is required. * Develop and provide engineering skills and design effort re