At Otter Tail Power, our employees help us to serve the communities we support by producing reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible electricity. In this role, the Plant Engineer will optimize plant performance, manage capital projects, and ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations. Some examples of activities include:

Optimize plant performance, manage capital projects, and ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations. Predict remaining useful life, and budget for mechanical maintenance improvements. Contract and supervise maintenance services, ensure proper maintenance of plant equipment, and administer safety programs. Develop and maintain procedures, schedule and plan outages, and manage Long Term Service Agreement with Mitsubishi. Support NERC compliance, develop apprenticeship programs, and take responsibility for plant operations in the absence of the Manager.

Qualifications:

We’re seeking candidates with a wide range of skills who embody our vision of growth and success for our company and the communities we serve. Some examples of what we’re looking for include:

Engineering Expertise: A degree in engineering with a strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and civil/structural systems. Project Management Skills: Proven ability to manage capital projects, including construction supervision, budgeting, and scheduling. Safety and Compliance Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of environmental and safety regulations, as well as experience with NERC compliance. Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong interpersonal abilities to work effectively with diverse teams. Leadership and Problem-Solving Abilities: Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to solve complex problems, ensuring optimal plant performance and maintenance.

Offering:

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help drive their career experience and goals.

Competitive wage & benefit package. The expected base compensation for this role is $70,000 - $100,000 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Incentive plans Employee Stock Ownership options Retirement Savings Fund with employer match Health, disability and life insurance plan options Training – our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement! This includes safety – one of our values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training. Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more! Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they’re working.

We will accept applications through February 21, 2025. To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.