Calpine - Pasadena, TX
posted 13 days ago
About the position
Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for developing new technological solutions.
- Design materials, structures, and systems while considering practicality, safety, and cost limitations.
- Weigh different design choices on their merits and choose the best solution that matches requirements.
- Analyze system requirements, capacity, cost, and customer needs to determine project feasibility and develop system plans.
- Develop or perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.
- Develop general knowledge and application of basic principles, theories, and concepts.
- Make decisions regarding own work within defined parameters.
- Contribute useful ideas for own work area.
- Work on problems of limited scope and follow standard practices and procedures.
- Work under direct supervision and prioritize basic tasks.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
- 0-2 years directly related experience.
- Begins to achieve primary certifications/licensures.
- Entry-level; practical operating knowledge to perform job.
