{"id":1183784,"url":"https://alion.io/job/wartsila-com-engine-room-operator-mechanic","title":"Engine Room Operator - Mechanic","company":{"id":93154,"name":"Wartsila.com","domain":"wartsila.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/wartsila-com","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"junior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Pecos, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":40000,"max_usd":70000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":1879},"experience_years_min":1,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-12T02:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-12","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T18:40:24Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":12,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":12},"description":"Plant Operator - Mechanical\nWe are looking for a Plant Operator - Mechanical to join our Power Plant team in Pecos, Texas.\nWhat will you be doing\nAs a Plant Operator - Mechanical, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mechanical equipment within the plant, ensuring optimal performance of engines and auxiliary systems. Working closely with Control Room Operators and maintenance teams, you will monitor system parameters, support troubleshooting activities, and contribute to maintenance efforts during assigned shifts.\nAs a Plant Operator - Mechanical,you will focus on these responsibilities:\nMonitor operating parameters of engines and auxiliary equipment during shift operations\nIdentify and report abnormalities to Control Room Operators in a timely manner\nParticipate in troubleshooting activities and corrective maintenance during shifts\nPerform routine and corrective maintenance tasks as assigned\nMaintain accurate operational logs for main and auxiliary equipment\nIdentify and respond appropriately to alarms, including temperature and pressure deviations\nEnsure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulations\nPromote a safe, clean, and well-organized plant environment.\nTo be successful in this role, we expect you to have:\n1+ year of experience in mechanical operations and/or maintenance in an industrial environment\nStrong ability to monitor and interpret operational data\nSolid troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities\nEffective communication skills for reporting and coordination\nAbility to follow established procedures and safety standards\nHigh school diploma - Technical diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) preferred\nWillingness to work in shifts, including nights and weekendsAs the plant is a 24/7 power generation facility, this position requires working 12-hour rotating shifts to support continuous plant operations. Shift schedules include both day and night rotations.\n\nWhy you and us\nYou will be a part of a global organization with local presence and work in an exciting and dynamic working environment with highly motivated and skilled co-workers. We offer interesting and challenging work tasks, as well as personal and professional development in a great team.\nIf you want to be a part of this working environment and think your personal skills and qualities match the job requirements, we look forward to receiving your job application.\nLast application date: 28/08/2026\nCandidates for regular U.S and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee with valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H1B, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.\nIndividuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law.Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.\nAt Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.Effective January 2025, Wartsila companies in the USA have implemented a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home, while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process.\nPlease note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.\nThis is Wärtsilä Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. 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