Central Steam Facility Sr. Stationary Engineer
Brookhaven National Laboratory - Upton, NY
Hiring: Central Steam Facility Sr. Stationary Engineer Company: Brookhaven National Laboratory Location: Upton, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:27:29 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : R About the job Required Skills: •Under minimum supervision, you will operate, maintain, and repair any heat generation equipment, facilities, and auxiliary and related equipment within the BNL Central Steam Facility. You may also be required to assign, direct, or check the work of others. personnel in connection with assigned responsibilities. •Operate equipment in a safe and conscientious manner following safety rules, procedures, and actively participating in safety programs, such as confined space, lock-out/tag-out, etc. •Maintain records and logbooks, of rounds and inspections performed. •Operate, monitor, and secure boilers and balance of plant equipment. Recognize abnormal conditions and take corrective action. •Perform routine and demand maintenance and repairs as necessary to keep the plant operating at optimal efficiency. •Perform daily chemical test analysis of all operating systems such as boilers, water softeners, feedwater, and condensate systems. •Perform daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual planned maintenance on boilers and auxiliary equipment as assigned. •Assist in maintaining a high level of housekeeping, inventory, and maintenance of tools Qualifications: •Minimum of 7-years prior experience as an operator/watch stander in the operation and maintenance of high-pressure steam plants and plant controls. •In lieu of above, a Bachelor of Science in marine engineering or similar technical degree; or completion of US Navy, multi-year union, or similar technically accredited program leading to a recognized certificate or license for the operation and maintenance of high-pressure steam plants and plant control systems. •Demonstrated capacity to learn and maintain a thorough understanding of the operation and control of the boilers including computer control systems, instrumentation & controls, safety systems, water testing, functioning of the water softener, feed water pumps, condensate pumps, deaerators, fuel oil transfer pumps, air compressors, and steam pumps. •Strong decision-making skills and the ability to respond to a complex set of circumstances. •Mechanical aptitude and ability to effectively assist in maintenance and repairs including skill in the use of tools and equipment relating to the mechanical and electrical trades. •Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate. •The ability to work 8-hour rotating shifts and extended hours if necessary. •Knowledge of NFPA 85 – Boiler and Combustion Systems Hazards Code. •Knowledge of boiler system corrosion control methods. •US Coast Guard License as 3rd assistant engineer steam vessel or higher; municipal license to operate high-pressure steam boilers is highly desirable. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Excellent benefits, including healthcare, retirement, paid time off, fitness facilities, paid parental leave, and on-site childcare Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!