Steam Plant Engineer

in Radford, VA

Steam Plant Engineer Job

Job Description Job Attributes+

  • Job ID

    111291BR

  • Job Location

    Radford, VA 24141, US

  • Job Category

    Manufacturing & Maintenance

  • Job Type

    Full-Time

  • Clearance Level

    None

  • Career Level

    Experienced

  • Travel

    <10%

Job Description

What’s it like to work with a company protecting what really matters? Remarkable. Our reputation is built on delivering quality products that meet our customer's standards and help protect our U.S. service members. We offer a generous salary and benefit package, and we work a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

BAE Systems is seeking a Steam Plant Engineer for the Radford Army Ammunition Plant located in Radford Virginia. Under the general direction of the Facilities Operations Manager, the Steam Plant Engineer is responsible for plant engineering, operations and maintenance support, contractor support, and project management. The Steam Plant Engineer serves as a resource for plant personnel to assist in the safe, effective, and efficient operation of the facility. The successful candidate will also be responsible for various reports to support business needs.

In this role, you will:

  • Engineer, design, and justify plant modifications and improvements.
  • Make informed decisions on engineering issues and methods that are cost effective and of high quality.
  • Perform troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs on complex electrical and mechanical issues throughout the powerhouse and power generation system, coordinating with site personnel, vendors and contractors as needed.
  • Evaluate and make recommendations for steam plant spare parts inventory.
  • Develop specifications for equipment and materials as required in support of facility projects.
  • Provide guidance, oversight, and directions to personnel as needed.
  • Develop and maintain plant performance and efficiency analysis tools and report’s findings to the Energy Manager.
  • Develop and maintain heat rate curves and load forecasting.
  • Maintain the technical library and drawings to ensure that all necessary reference materials are available and up to date.
  • Prepare capital project budgets for approval and administer the project budget.
  • Provide support in the development of work scopes associated with scheduled and non-scheduled outages.
  • Carry out complex projects and assignments independently.
  • Administer the OSI Pi historical data retrieval tool.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Exhibit a thorough understanding of plant design, construction, operations, maintenance, and analysis in the utility industry, oil & gas industry, required.
  • Write specifications and standards and coordinate engineering projects and assignments.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical engineering or related degree
  • 6 years’ experience in operations and maintenance of gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, electronic controls and monitoring devices
  • Extensive knowledge of gas and steam technologies
  • Demonstrated effective skills to coordinate effectively with external and internal stakeholders
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills required along with attention to detail, adherence to deadlines and the ability to manage multiple projects and sub-projects concurrently.
  • Proficient in engineering design and principles for rotating equipment, including pumps, turbines, and generators.
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Projects).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel on all levels.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Specialized education in steam or power distribution
  • 10+ years’ experience in power plant operations and maintenance
  • Hands-on experience in operations and maintenance of rotating equipment
  • Proficiency with OSI Pi Software
  • Experience developing and maintaining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • SharePoint experience
  • Supervisory experience of professional and union employees #LI-JR1 #LI-Onsite



Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $105254 - $178931

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Additional Information

Who We Are

You're used to protecting what matters most.

Throughout your career in the military, you've been dedicated to improving security, defending freedom and making the world a safer place. Now you can continue that commitment through cyber operations, intelligence analysis, and building combat vehicles and electronic systems. We’re proud to provide solutions and services that advance the strength and security of America and our allies – and we’re honored to offer an environment where veterans and reservists can continue doing mission-centered work. In all that we do, we are guided by our company values – trusted, innovative and bold – understanding that it’s not just what we do, but how we do it that underpins our success.
+ The Organization

Our team has the privilege and the responsibility of knowing that the work we do really matters. Our work is vital to the armed forces personnel and major corporations who rely on us to protect, equip and support them where it counts; to the security and prosperity of the nations we serve; to our skilled and talented people; to the local communities where we are based; and to the wider community who invest in, supply and engage with us. At BAE Systems, everyone can make a difference.

+ The Culture

We believe that a diverse workforce inspires creativity and drives innovation. We respect and value the huge variety of skills, abilities and perspectives that our people bring to our business. We celebrate our differences and aim to recruit and develop talent from all backgrounds, championing the strength that a truly inclusive and collaborative workplace gives to our company culture and performance.

+ The Work

Enjoy a flexible environment that values your work-life balance and helps you perform at your best.

+ The Opportunity

On the job training, leadership programs, collaboration with leading experts – excellence is built into your career development whether you are just starting out as an apprentice or are an experienced professional.

+ The People

We’re united by trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in our field. It helps that we’re nice people too.

+ The Reward

See your contribution, making real change as breakthrough technology and intelligence solutions reshape the landscape for our customers.

What We Offer

+ Warrior Integration Program (Est. 2008)

This program was created to assist in the employment, transition, education, and development of wounded warriors. Through mentoring, partnership, education, and leadership, we vow to serve our veterans in the same manner they served our country. WIP provides mission-centered work that gives wounded warriors the opportunity to contribute, providing a path for career progression.

+ Camo to Corporate (Est. 2013)

Camo to Corporate underpins all of our military recruiting and veteran efforts. We participate in annual career workshops and partner with VA employment reps to identify opportunities for vets at BAE Systems. We’re also proud members of Joining Forces, the Veteran Jobs Mission and Hiring our Heroes - initiatives focused on helping vets and their spouses find meaningful careers.

Perks & Benefits

  • Veterans Support Network
    Veterans Support Network +-

    The mission of the Veterans Support Network is to help connect former service members, active duty members, reservists and those who are supportive of the Armed Services.

  • Health & Wellness
    Health & Wellness +-

    We offer medical plans that take great care of you and your family’s health and well-being. These include medical plans, prescription drugs, dental and vision, along with incentive programs and health saving and spending accounts.

  • Time Away From Work
    Time Away From Work +-

    Paid Time Off (PTO) provides you with paid time away from work that you can use for vacation, personal time, personal illness, or to care for dependents. You can accumulate up to a maximum of 400 PTO hours.

  • Military Leave
    Military Leave +-

    Full-time and part-time employees who serve in the military reserves are eligible to take paid and unpaid leaves of absence to perform military duty.

  • Employee Assistance Program
    Employee Assistance Program +-

    The EAP offers confidential support to manage personal issues, such as stress, family issues, and substance abuse.

  • Employee Discount Programs
    Employee Discount Programs +-

    BAE Systems partners with Beneplace to offer exclusive discounts on a variety of products and services.

  • Tuition Reimbursement
    Tuition Reimbursement +-

    Lifelong employee learning is critical to both your personal growth and that of BAE Systems as a trusted, innovative, and bold organization. That’s why we offer a tuition reimbursement program, so you can pursue advanced education to help further your career.

  • Adoption Assistance
    Adoption Assistance +-

    You can be reimbursed up to $4,000 for qualified adoption expenses through the Adoption Assistance program.

  • Financial Wellness
    Financial Wellness +-

    Plan for today, save for tomorrow. Our programs support your goals at every stage of life. These programs include 401(k) savings plans, life and accident insurance, disability coverage, home, auto, and pet insurance and legal planning.

Our Partners

G.I Jobs Hiring Our Heroes Veterans Job Mission Joining Forces Soldier for Life American Association of People with Disabilities

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