A Lead Engineer for Mechanical Balance of Plant (BOP) in a hydroelectric power plant typically holds a significant role that involves overseeing and managing various mechanical BOP systems and components that are not directly involved in power generation but are essential for plant operations
Roles and Responsibilities
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EOT cranes and handling equipment,
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Cooling water system,
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Drainage and dewatering system,
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HVAC system,
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Fire Protection and Fire detection systems,
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Lubricating and insulating oil filtration and handling systems,
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Compressed air systems,
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Passenger Elevator,
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Workshop equipment.
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Evaluation of vendor offer, Technical meeting with vendor, post order activity like Review and get approval of above system documents and drawings from client.
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Lead Supplier follow-ups and Kick off meeting on engineering deliverables.
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Drive supplier Quality with regular interaction with supplier to make sure they deliver as per GE Vernova standards.
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Oversee the design, installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical BOP systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications and timelines.
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Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical, civil, and Control system engineers, to integrate mechanical systems within the overall plant infrastructure. Review of various interfaces with internal client for various inputs/interface requirement & keep the record.
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Good Technical knowledge in Layout & piping, electrical BOP and control system. Contribute to the project reviews with technical inputs and strategies.
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Monitor the progress of allotted project by daily interaction with team as per project planning and ensure the quality deliverable within engineering budget.
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Drive innovation and generate new ideas to simplify the engineering process which can optimize the engineering budget.
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Understand & implement EHS Policies, quality, lean, kaizen outcome in project execution.
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Demonstrate to work and win as one team, drive innovation, serve customers, work in lean way and be accountable
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
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Total 10 -12 years of experience in the design and management of mechanical BOP systems in the power generation industry with minimum 3-5 years of experience within hydroelectric facilities.
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Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage complex engineering projects.
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Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
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Good command over written and spoken English is mandatory for global stakeholder and customer management
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Proficiency in engineering software e.g. AFT Fathom and tools e.g. AutoCAD, Plant 3D used for design and analysis
Desired Characteristics
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Committed to on time deliveries
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Comfortable in leading solution and standardization and coordinating between various partners
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Ability to foresee roadblocks and act early to avoid the roadblocks
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Natural inclination to make work lean through standardization and regular update and preparation of standard documents.
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Travel requirement - 30%
Relocation Assistance Provided: No