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Project Engineering Manager - Wolf Summit Energy WV

Springfield, IL 62629

Posted: 06/24/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Engineering Job Number: 632538 Is job remote?: No

Job Description


Project Engineering Manager – Thermal Power (Combined Cycle/Simple Cycle)
Duration (Contract Only): 3+ Years
Location: Clarksburg, WVRemote (WFH) with minimum 30% travel required

Must-Have Skills

  • Professional Engineering (PE) License (required unless candidate has 10–15+ years of directly relevant experience)

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in Thermal Project Engineering, preferably in Combined Cycle or Simple Cycle power generation

Position Overview
We are seeking a Project Engineering Manager (PEM) to lead the technical execution of thermal power projects from concept through commissioning. This long-term contract role involves managing all engineering phases—proposal, design, construction, and performance testing—while ensuring alignment with technical standards and project requirements.

The PEM will guide internal engineering teams and coordinate deliverables from external Engineer of Record (EOR) partners. This position requires both strategic leadership and technical execution, with regular travel to project sites and EOR offices.

Key Responsibilities Project Development

  • Analyze project requirements and customer specifications during the proposal phase

  • Perform or review engineering calculations: heat balances, equipment sizing, pipe sizing, auxiliary loads

  • Develop and review technical specifications to support procurement

  • Evaluate vendor bids and assist with technical selection

  • Prepare detailed engineering subcontracts and coordinate with EORs

  • Ensure alignment between project scope and contractual obligations
Project Execution

  • Oversee execution-phase engineering deliverables in accordance with contract documents

  • Provide value engineering feedback to enhance cost savings and efficiency

  • Manage and review drawings, specifications, and schedules developed by EOR

  • Approve engineering deliverables and related subcontractor invoices

  • Lead vendor documentation reviews and technical bid evaluations

  • Serve as the primary technical contact for owners and stakeholders

  • Support issue resolution during construction and commissioning

  • Ensure successful completion of performance testing aligned with project guarantees

Core Competencies

  • Deep understanding of power plant systems and design

  • Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills

  • Excellent communication across technical and non-technical audiences

  • Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve field engineering issues efficiently

  • Effective coordination with multidisciplinary teams and vendors

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required

  • PE License required (or equivalent 10–15+ years of experience)

  • 8+ years of experience in engineering or project development of power generation or industrial facilities

  • Demonstrated success managing third-party engineering firms (EORs) and executing large-scale projects


Work Model: This is a contract position offering remote work (WFH) with at least 30% travel required, including visits to Clarksburg, WV, project sites, and partner offices.
Contract Duration: 3+ years

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