Job Description

The successful candidate will perform and manage all technical aspects of electric power generation project development, from initial concept through design and construction. The focus will be on natural gas–fueled projects, including combustion turbine generators (simple and combined cycle) and reciprocating internal combustion engines.

The successful candidate will perform and manage all technical aspects of electric power generation project development, from initial concept through design and construction. The focus will be on natural gas–fueled projects, including combustion turbine generators (simple and combined cycle) and reciprocating internal combustion engines.

The role may also include providing technical support for projects involving carbon dioxide (CO₂) capture, pipeline transportation, and geologic sequestration (CCS).

As a key member of interdisciplinary business teams, the candidate will collaborate closely with leadership, development, public relations, environmental, real estate, finance, and operations teams, as well as external stakeholders such as consultants, suppliers, service providers, customers, investment partners, and lenders.

Essential Job Functions

• Define, plan, and manage all project development engineering activities.
• Evaluate and compare facility configurations and layout options.
• Lead technology selection and evaluation to optimize performance, efficiency, and cost.
• Develop the project design basis and oversee conceptual design.
• Monitor technology developments from equipment suppliers to inform project decisions.
• Prepare performance estimates, including capacity, efficiency, heat balances, and water consumption.
• Conduct site technical feasibility reviews, including constructability, geotechnical investigations, hydrology studies, and permitting requirements.
• Prepare and review project development and construction schedules.
• Contribute to technical risk assessments to guide project prioritization.
• Identify innovative solutions to address design challenges, maximizing capacity and efficiency while minimizing scope, schedule, and cost impacts.
• Oversee preparation of technical specifications and coordinate bid processes for major equipment, engineering design, and construction services.
• Prepare project capital and operating cost estimates for various configurations, technologies, and arrangements.
• Produce comprehensive technical reports, summaries, and documentation of project deliverables.
• Maintain organized, project-specific technical records and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience & Skills:

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• 5–10 years of experience in energy sector engineering design, technology, and/or operations.
• Prior experience with combustion turbine and/or reciprocating engine project design, permitting, and/or construction.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Highly organized, disciplined, adaptable, and committed to delivering results.
• Able to thrive in fast-paced, multi-tasked environments.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to excel independently as a technical expert.

Preferred Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in power sector project engineering roles.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• Proven experience in the development phase of power generation projects.
• Hands-on experience with the Thermoflow suite of software programs.
• Experience with design and construction of pipeline projects.
• Familiarity with bulk electric system interconnection processes.
• Knowledge of power industry rules, regulations, and standards.
• Experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for project planning and analysis.
• Programming skills in Python or Visual Basic.

The job title, level, and compensation will be aligned with your experience, expertise, and qualifications.

Benefits:

At Tenaska we care about the wellbeing of our employees and their families. That’s why we offer our employees a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits included below:

Health, dental, vison, disability, and life insurance
Excellent 401(k) plan
Incentive-based, competitive salary packages
Health/dependent care flex accounts
Tuition assistance
Long-term disability coverage
Adoption benefits
Employee assistance program
Paid vacations and holidays
Charitable giving program
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Wellness programs

Tenaska is an equal opportunity employer.