Hiring: Plant Specialist Company: NRG Energy Location: Nipton, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:28:04 Target Skills & Keywords : Transformers, Zoom About the job Experience: •5-7 Years Power Plant or Industrial Plant experience in an electrical capacity. •7 Years Power Plant or Industrial Plant experience in an electrical capacity. Required Skills: •Provide technical support to Plant Operations and Maintenance for electrical systems, including breakers, MCCs, switchgear, relays, VFDs, UPS, batteries, motor drives, transformers, and cathodic protection. •Promote and monitor compliance with safety and environmental programs. •Lead and support NERC compliance efforts at the Ivanpah plant. •Coordinate activities, schedules, and work scopes; develop work packages; and oversee third-party inspectors, contractors, and vendors. •Ensure plant equipment reliability through technical and financial decisions impacting unit availability and cost control. •Provide oversight and technical guidance on repairs and findings to NRG and contractor crews. •Develop long-range budgets and schedules; contribute to station-wide repair budgets based on inspection findings. •Partner cross-functionally with plant staff, corporate leadership, peers, and third parties to improve program and project execution. Qualifications: •Possess a valid driver’s license. •Deep knowledge and understanding of electrical troubleshooting, and repair methods. •Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology. •Licensed or Certified Electrician with hands-on experience in power plant environments. •Electrical background in structured, mission-critical settings (military experience highly valued). •Proficiency in electrical systems installation, troubleshooting, repair, and compliance with industry standards. •Strong leadership skills and ability to thrive in a disciplined, team-oriented environment. •Six Sigma Certification (or equivalent process improvement expertise). •Demonstrated capacity to train and direct peers, employees, and contractors clearly and consistently. •Proficient in reading and interpreting technical information, prints, charts, graphs, and gauge scales; skilled in troubleshooting and repairing equipment and systems. Compensation: •$76,600 - $125,400 / year •Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards 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!