As a Performance and Reliability Engineer , you will have the opportunity to support the execution of the System Monitoring, Diagnostics, and Control Groups' performance monitoring and test program by providing engineering analysis of operational data to identify, diagnose, and disposition performance and reliability issues of our operating assets. In this role, you will also facilitate root cause analysis of system and equipment failures and performance deviations to identify corrective actions needed to optimize the long-term operation of our systems and assets.
A day in the life of a Performance and Reliability Engineer may include:
- Performing analyses and reviews of unit and component conditions, technical drawings, cost, specification design, and feasibility
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Performing regular equipment performance and reliability monitoring tasks in compliance with facility monitoring plan requirements and frequencies (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.)
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Managing the tracking, reporting, and resolution of performance and reliability issues found through data analysis
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Creating and maintaining computer models to support the analysis, design, and operation of systems
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Performing root-cause analyses and investigations on failed and underperforming equipment and systems
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Performing engineering design and project management for engineering projects, including developing budgets, estimating project costs, tracking changes, and monitoring schedules
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Evaluating and monitoring outside consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure compliance with specifications, bid proposals, and obligations
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Monitoring changes and trends in federal and state laws and regulations, and developing new procedures and programs based on new regulations
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Coordinating and performing inspections and routine and special tests on assets, and participating in onsite audits
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Assisting in the development of new procedures and processes based on monitoring, diagnostics, and operational needs
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Developing, recommending, and implementing policies, procedures, processes, guidelines, and standards regarding engineering best practices and techniques
Who You Are
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Relevant and progressively responsible experience in an engineering discipline, preferably in a performance and reliability capacity
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, preferably in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
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Knowledge of mechanical equipment, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics
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Knowledge of industrial processes and process equipment
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Skill in data analytics, data management, and technical writing
Who We Are
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One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers)
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A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time)
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Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association - a utility leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements
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Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains in the most desired city to live in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)
Colorado Springs Utilities
121 S Tejon - 5th Floor
Colorado Springs
Colorado United States
www.csu.org
