Instrumentation Controls & Power Generation Manager

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position

This position will be a technical manager and leader of the resources at LDC Grand Junction, for overseeing all instrumentation and control activities at the site including real time health of said systems in our DCS SCADA system. This position will be responsible for overseeing multiple operational technologies and electrical power systems. This includes directing LDC and 3rd party I&E technicians as needed, to support the efficient installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all instrumentation, measurement, control, power generation, and CSD devices for power generation both boiler steam and turbine electrical. This manager will also interface directly with the utility on incoming and outgoing power systems. This manager will be focused on optimizing the performance and reliability of all plant systems related to power generation, combustion, or instrumentation, driving preventative maintenance and repair initiatives, while maintaining world class safety standards and expectations. In addition, this manager will work closely with peers and other management to support operational objectives and foster enhanced team coordination. To be successful this individual should not only be highly technically adept, but also innovative, with a keen eye for detail and problem solving.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Lead and manage the Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) team, including I&C technicians both internal and external, and support staff.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the technical skills and expertise of team members in control systems and instrumentation.
• Ability to work on-site in a power plant environment, perform hands-on tasks in the field solely or with the Solar team ensuring tasks are carried out efficiently and safely.
• Plan, prioritize, and oversee the maintenance of process automation systems to optimize steam and electrical power production, ensuring the reliable operation of boilers and environmental systems.
• Foster a safe work environment by promoting adherence to safety protocols and addressing unsafe practices or conditions.
• Cultivate strong communication and relationships across all teams
• Oversee maintenance activities related to electrical systems, process control, and automation systems, including installation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and calibration, ensuring thorough documentation and peak system performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with Area Managers on routine electrical and mechanical engineering tasks as well as special projects.
• Supervise troubleshooting and maintenance of distributed control systems (DCS) and programmable logic controllers (PLC), including Allen Bradley, Schnieder and Solar systems and the ability to troubleshoot and evaluate plant performance issues using eDNA and historians.
• Oversee the reception, installation, and configuration of all process related servers, networks, and equipment
• Monitor all data communication platforms
• Organize and maintain all license support documents
• Prepare documentation diagrams, process control narratives, instrumentation lists, I/O lists, as any part of project design or maintenance activities
• Provide oversight and support for Solar workstation computer and related equipment maintenance.
• Ensure that all responsibilities are executed in accordance with LDC Management’s established expectations.
• Contribute to the annual budgeting process for maintenance-related parts and materials.
• Schedule and manage preventive maintenance (PM) calibration of various field instrumentation.
• Identify and report necessary spare parts for efficient plant operation and improvement initiatives to Area Managers and direct managers
• Offer technical guidance and mentorship to the I&E team, ensuring continuous development and expertise.
• Uphold plant policies and procedures, ensuring all tasks are performed safely and in compliance with environmental regulations.
• Participate in Process Safety, 3D Model and Design Reviews such as:
  • PRA/PHA/HAZOP
  • Control narratives
  • Cause and Effect documents
  • Electrical Area Classification
• Take on additional responsibilities as required and mutually agreed upon with Primary Energy Management.

Additional Responsibilities

• Serve as one of the primary interfaces for engineering on instrumentation, electrical generation or boiler issues with operations.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting as requested by operations or maintenance when requested.
• Works with the Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) staff to assure regulatory certifications and compliance on capital and process improvements, normal operating practices regarding SHE
• Reviews plant operations for potential process / procedural improvements for higher throughput and / or cost savings.
• Maintains good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to. 
• Ensure employees are provided required training for area assigned, and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work. 
• Ensures unsafe working conditions are remedied as soon as practicable.
• Follows construction completion criteria and construction requirements with the maintenance manager.
• Assists in the project start-up with local management.
• Additional projects and duties as assigned.