Senior Engineer - Steam Distribution Equipment (New York City Metropolitan Area)

We are seeking a Senior Engineer to join a Steam Distribution Engineering group, serving as an Equipment Engineer supporting critical steam distribution systems. The hiring manager is particularly interested in an experienced engineer with a strong background in industrial equipment, equipment specifications/procurement, testing, troubleshooting, and steam or power plant systems .

The position focuses on identifying, evaluating, specifying, testing, and supporting equipment used throughout the steam distribution system , including valves, pumps, traps, metering equipment, controls, and related mechanical/electrical equipment .

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as an Equipment Engineer supporting Steam Distribution Engineering.
• Identify and test new equipment such as valves, pumps, traps, and related equipment for use within the steam system.
• Prepare written technical and purchase specifications for new and existing equipment.
• Evaluate equipment performance, functionality, reliability, and potential applications within the steam distribution system.
• Provide support to Steam Operations through field and laboratory analysis of equipment failures, functionality, and performance .
• Support the selection, sizing, testing, commissioning, and implementation of steam system equipment.
• Develop and evaluate new equipment, technologies, testing methods, and procedures.
• Interface with equipment manufacturers, vendors, contractors, Operations, and other engineering groups .
• Prepare scoping documents, RFPs, and appropriation requests for capital and R&D projects.
• Prepare training and technical documentation related to new equipment.
• Support field activities involving steam distribution equipment, piping systems, metering, valves, pumps, controls, and associated systems .
• Cross-train and collaborate in other areas of Steam Distribution Engineering, including system engineering, design, metering, pipeline interference, and maps/records .
• Perform Sequence Engineering duties off-shift and on weekends as required.
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 8+ years of engineering experience , OR
• Master's Degree in Engineering with 6+ years of engineering experience
• Experience in the design and modification of industrial systems .
• Strong technical, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments .
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Well organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Driver's License required.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Steam Distribution Systems
• Steam or Electric Power Plants
• Industrial Equipment Engineering
• Equipment Specifications & Procurement
• Valves, Pumps & Steam Traps
• Flow meters / metering equipment
• Pressure transmitters and pressure control equipment
• Motor-operated valves and valve actuators
• High-Pressure Steam Piping
• Equipment testing and commissioning
• Equipment failure analysis / troubleshooting
• Vendor and manufacturer coordination
• Capital projects and R&D projects
• Industrial mechanical or electrical systems

Experience in electric and steam power plants is specifically preferred for this group.

Keywords

Senior Engineer | Equipment Engineer | Steam Distribution | Steam Systems | Steam Plant | Power Plant | Industrial Equipment | Equipment Procurement | Equipment Specifications | Valves | Pumps | Steam Traps | High Pressure Steam | Piping | Metering | Flow Meters | Commissioning | Equipment Testing | Troubleshooting | Root Cause Analysis | Utility Engineering