Project Engineer

Tenaska is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, an organization that’s adept in natural gas and power marketing, power management, development and acquisition of generation assets, operation of power plants and more.

The successful candidate will support all technical aspects of electric power generation project development, from initial concept through design and construction. This role will focus on natural gas–fueled projects, including combustion turbine generators (simple and combined cycle) and reciprocating internal combustion engines.

The position may also involve technical support for projects incorporating carbon dioxide (CO₂) capture, pipeline transportation, and geologic sequestration (CCS).

As a key member of interdisciplinary business teams, the candidate will collaborate closely with lead engineers, business management, development, public relations, environmental, real estate, finance, and operations teams, as well as with external stakeholders including consultants, suppliers, service providers, customers, investment partners, and lenders.

• Evaluate facility configurations and layout options to optimize project performance.
• Support technology assessments and contribute to project design basis development.
• Assist with conceptual design of power generation projects.
• Monitor technology developments from equipment suppliers to inform project decisions.
• Prepare performance estimates, including project capacity, efficiency, heat balances, and water usage.
• Conduct project site identification, screening, and due diligence activities.
• Develop and analyze project schedules.
• Oversee preparation of technical specifications and coordinate bid processes for major equipment, engineering design, and construction services.
• Support development of capital and operating cost estimates.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, summaries, and documentation.
• Maintain organized, project-specific technical deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 2–5 years of experience in energy sector engineering design, technology, and/or operations.
• Prior experience with combustion turbine project design, permitting, and/or construction.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Highly organized, disciplined, adaptable, and committed to delivering results.
• Able to thrive in fast-paced, multi-tasked environments.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to perform independently as a technical expert.

• 5+ years of experience in power sector project engineering roles.
• Professional Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Experience in the development phase of power generation projects.
• Hands-on experience with the Thermoflow suite of software programs.
• Familiarity with bulk electric system interconnection processes.
• Knowledge of power industry rules, regulations, and standards.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Programming skills in Python or Visual Basic.