Plant Engineer in Salem

Job DescriptionJob Description

Plant Engineer III
Location: Onsite in Salem, SC
Type: Full-time Contract

Job Summary
We are seeking an Plant Engineer III to provide support to our client’s hydroelectric facilities. You will partner with project managers and site teams to scope, troubleshoot, and execute electrical and hydro-related work. The role supports a high volume of capital and maintenance projects and requires hands-on experience in hydro or utility power plant environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support for hydroelectric facilities
• Work directly with 15+ project managers to define technical scope, troubleshoot issues, and develop electrical solutions
• Support multiple concurrent projects across electrical and hydro disciplines
• Perform routine to moderately complex engineering analyses and prepare technical documentation
• Coordinate with engineering, project management, and site personnel to support project execution
• Comply with all safety requirements, including FR clothing and standard PPE while onsite

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience supporting hydroelectric or utility power plant electrical systems
• Experience working in an operational power environment
• Proficient using power system analysis tools such as ETAP or SKM (or equivalent)
• Ability to manage and prioritize work across multiple projects and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or willingness to pursue PE
• Prior experience in a regulated utility environment
• Experience supporting capital projects at hydro facilities

Work Environment & Travel

• Travel to support projects multiple times per week
• Mileage and travel expenses reimbursed per policy

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to , , , , , , , veteran status, or any other protected status.
 

Company DescriptionGPA prides itself on providing quality, personalized services to its clients and candidates. We are a family owned and operated staffing firm built on a strong foundation of company culture founded and sustained since 1979. People are our product and how they perform is essential to your success and ours. Join us in celebrating 45 successful years of consulting and staffing solutions.Company DescriptionGPA prides itself on providing quality, personalized services to its clients and candidates. We are a family owned and operated staffing firm built on a strong foundation of company culture founded and sustained since 1979. People are our product and how they perform is essential to your success and ours. Join us in celebrating 45 successful years of consulting and staffing solutions.