Performance Engineer / Sr Performance Engineer - Oahu

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Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Applications will be screened based on the information provided; in order to assist us in determining qualifications, please upload a current resume and take some time to update your employment information, certifications, etc. The information will flow over to your profile.

Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.  

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P IV PS RELIABILITY AND PERFORMANCE ENGINEERING Department of the P POWER SUPPLY ENGINEERING Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)

This posting seeks to fill at either the Performance Engineer or Sr Performance Engineer level; whichever level is most suited to the qualifications of the applying candidate.

PERFORMANCE ENGINEER

JOB FUNCTION:

Responsible for monitoring and diagnosing equipment performance issues using technical specifications, instrumentation data, and advanced analytics software. Responsible for providing advanced condition monitoring and data analysis of critical plant systems and components. Interfaces and collaborates with key stakeholders to diagnose developing plant and equipment related problems. Provides technical consulting services to the stations for enhancing equipment performance and reliability; troubleshooting and resolving operational problems; and optimizing maintenance and operational practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Equipment Monitoring & Diagnosing

• Performs daily monitoring of site critical components that have installed models actively collecting data using advanced analytics software.
• Responds, evaluates, and prioritizes alarms for potential equipment related issues and interacts with station personnel to provide recommendations on optimizing plant equipment and systems.
• Monitors equipment performance and predicts component health.
• Alerts corporate subject matter experts (“SME”) and station personnel of anomalies within those trends which could adversely affect the reliability, availability, maintainability and performance of equipment.
• Identifies and classifies associated risks to the plant. Provides recommendations to mitigate risks, and follows up to ensure resolutions are tracked through to completion.
• Monitors equipment condition and makes timely and appropriate alteration and repair recommendations based on a thorough review of performance monitoring data, maintenance and operational records and data, past and present, and latest industry and/or OEM standards and practices.

Advanced Analytics Systems

• Supports the implementation of advanced analytics software (e.g., Advanced Pattern Recognition (“APR”)) software models for the company.
• SME for all aspects of the monitoring and diagnostic (“M&D”) center software tools including, but not limited to: AVEVA PI Vision, AVEVA PI Asset Framework, AVEVA PI Datalink, Microsoft Excel, VBA, and APR software and thermal performance.
• Develops, maintains, and uses advanced analytics software models and plant operational data to detect changes in the operating behavior of plant equipment and systems.
• Seeks opportunities to improve the department’s operational and/or maintenance practices and procedures.
• Promotes teamwork and self-directed workforce to support quality initiatives and Company values.

Technical Communication, Reporting & Performance

• Supports and interfaces with corporate component system owners and SMEs to assess equipment anomalies.
• Communicates equipment anomalies to plant operations and engineering personnel and field technologists.
• Works with power plant staff to troubleshoot and resolve operational problems identified by thermal performance monitoring.
• Alerts corporate SMEs and station personnel of anomalies within advanced analytic trends which could adversely affect the reliability, availability, maintainability, and performance of equipment.
• Collaborates with station personnel and provided recommendations to optimize plant equipment and systems.
• Supports two-way communications to ensure a focused and well-informed workforce.
• Maintains appropriate records and statistics to develop performance metrics for distribution. 

Risk Assessment, Mitigation and Economic Evaluation

• Identifies and classifies associated risks to the plant. Provides recommendations to mitigate risks, and follows up to ensure resolutions are tracked through to completion.
• Performs economic evaluations, as necessary. Evaluations include theoretical and actual cost/benefit analyses. Recommends cost-effective equipment modifications and/or additions. 

Continuous Improvement

• Maintains a constant vigilance for opportunities to improve the department’s operational and/or maintenance practices and procedures.
• Promotes teamwork and self-directed workforce to support quality initiatives and Company Values.
• Performs economic evaluations, as necessary. Evaluations include theoretical and actual cost/benefit analyses. Recommends cost-effective equipment modifications and/or additions.

• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the principles of engineering normally acquired through advanced college level engineering courses and several years professional experience.
• Working knowledge of advanced analytics.
• Working knowledge of advanced analytics software such as APR or other reliability or condition based predictive diagnosis software applications.
• Working knowledge of condition monitoring and diagnostic technologies.
• Strong working knowledge of rotating components such as pumps, motors, steam turbines, generators and field instrumentation.
• Familiarity with Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) programs and technology applications. Familiarity with vibration analysis of rotating equipment.
• Familiarity with oil-based steam Rankine cycle units, combustion turbines, and reciprocating internal combustion engine (RICE) technologies, and associated systems and operation.
• Thorough knowledge of engineering fundamentals in the appropriate specialty areas (i.e., physics, chemistry, thermodynamics, power, analog and digital electronics, vector analysis, materials), normally acquired through advanced, college level courses or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of appropriate federal, state, industry and company regulations, codes and practices.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and mainframe systems and related software applications. Including but not limited to: Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), VBA, and SAP CMMS.
• Working knowledge of all aspects of power plant systems & operations.
• Knowledge in developing, implementing and operating performance monitoring programs is highly desired. Familiarity of ASME Performance Test Codes.
• Familiarity with power plant controls and control logic. Familiarity with AVEVA PI system is a plus.

Skills Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of individuals at all levels within and outside the company using tact, courtesy and discretion.
• Analytical, conceptual and administrative skills to assess the demands of the job, recommend proper actions, and handle multiple systems, projects and programs with minimal supervision.
• Must possess good problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Ability to perform root-cause analyses is a plus.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with entities within and external to the company.
• In-depth analytical and computational skills for technical writing, statistical computations, and economic analysis.
• Must have or be able to qualify for State of Hawaii driver’s license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.

Experience Requirements

• Multiple years (5-7) with at least 3 years of power plant engineering, power plant operations or maintenance experience.

SR PERFORMANCE ENGINEER

JOB FUNCTION:

Provides expert level field engineering and technical consultative services to the generating stations. Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves operational problems, optimizing maintenance and operational practices to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and lifecycle. Ensures compliance with all applicable codes and regulations. Responsible for the training and coaching of Performance Engineers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Equipment Monitoring & Diagnosing

• Performs daily monitoring of site critical components that have installed models actively collecting data using advanced analytics software.
• Responds, evaluates and prioritizes alarms for potential equipment related issues and interacts with station personnel to provide recommendations to optimize plant equipment and systems.
• Monitors equipment performance and predicts component health.
• Alerts corporate subject matter experts (“SME”) and station personnel of anomalies which could adversely affect the reliability, availability, maintainability, and performance of equipment.
• Identifies and classifies associated risks to the plant, provides recommendations to mitigate risks, and follows up to ensure resolutions are tracked through to completion.
• Monitors equipment condition and makes timely and appropriate alteration and repair recommendations based on a thorough review of performance monitoring data, maintenance and operational records and data, past and present, and latest industry and/or OEM standards and practices.

Advanced Analytics Systems

• Supports the implementation of advanced analytics software (e.g., Advanced Pattern Recognition (“APR”)) software models for the company.
• SME for all aspects of the monitoring and diagnostic (“M&D”) center software tools including, but not limited to: AVEVA PI Vision, AVEVA PI Asset Framework, AVEVA PI Datalink, Microsoft Excel, VBA, and APR software and thermal performance.
• Develops, maintains, and uses advanced analytics software models and plant operational data to detect changes in the operating behavior of plant equipment and systems.
• Seeks opportunities to improve the department’s operational and/or maintenance practices and procedures.
• Promote teamwork and self-directed workforce to support quality initiatives and Company values.

Technical Communication, Reporting & Performance

• Supports and interfaces with corporate component system owners and SMEs to assess equipment anomalies.
• Communicate equipment anomalies to plant operations and engineering personnel and field technologists.
• Works with power plant staff to troubleshoot and resolve operational problems identified by thermal performance monitoring.
• Alerts corporate SMEs and station personnel of anomalies within advanced analytic trends which could adversely affect the reliability, availability, maintainability, and performance of equipment.
• Collaborate with station personnel and provide recommendations to optimize plant equipment and systems.
• Supports two-way communications to ensure a focused and well-informed workforce.
• Maintains appropriate records, statistics, and develops periodic performance metrics for distribution.

Risk Assessment, Mitigation and Economic Evaluation

• Identifies and classifies associated risks to the plant, provides recommendations to mitigate risks, and follows up to ensure resolutions are tracked through to completion.
• Performs economic evaluations as necessary, including both theoretical and actual cost/benefit analyses. Recommends cost-effective equipment modifications and/or additions.

Continuous Improvement

• Seeks opportunities to improve the department’s operational and/or maintenance practices and procedures.
• Research coordinates and directs complex technical assignments expected to result in new or improved operational and/or maintenance practices and procedures.
• Serves as technical consultant to the company generation assets.
• Provides training for department personnel, as needed.
• Trains, provides guidance, and mentors Performance Engineers.
• Promote teamwork and self-directed workforce to support quality initiatives and Company values.

• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the principles of engineering normally acquired through advanced college level engineering courses and several years professional experience.
• Thorough knowledge of advanced analytics.
• Thorough knowledge of advanced analytics software such as APR or other reliability or condition based predictive diagnosis software applications.
• Thorough knowledge of condition monitoring and diagnostic technologies.
• Strong working knowledge of rotating components such as pumps, motors, steam turbines, generators and field instrumentation.
• Familiarity with Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) programs and technology applications. Familiarity with vibration analysis of rotating equipment.
• Familiarity with oil-based steam Rankine cycle units, combustion turbines, and reciprocating internal combustion engine (RICE) technologies, and associated systems and operation.
• Thorough knowledge of engineering fundamentals in the appropriate specialty areas (e.g., physics, chemistry, thermodynamics, power, analog and digital electronics, vector analysis, materials), normally acquired through advanced, college level courses or equivalent experience.
• Thorough knowledge of specific equipment design, construction, operation and maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of power plant thermal performance calculations and steam/turbine cycle efficiency calculation/monitoring.
• Working knowledge of appropriate federal, state, industry and company regulations, codes and practices.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and mainframe systems and related software applications. Including but not limited to: Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), VBA, and SAP CMMS.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of power plant systems & operations.
• Thorough knowledge in developing, implementing and operating performance monitoring programs is highly desired. Familiarity of ASME Performance Test Codes.
• Familiarity with power plant controls and control logic. Familiarity with AVEVA PI system is a plus.

Skills Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership skills, decision making, and the ability to work with a variety of individuals.
• Ability to perform, both as individual contributor and as a leader or member of self-directed work teams.
• Analytical, conceptual and administrative skills to assess the demands of the job, recommend proper actions, and handle multiple systems, projects and programs with minimal supervision.
• Awareness of latest industry developments for maintenance and/or operational optimization, evaluating same, and applying those which satisfy the Company’s strategic and tactical objectives.
• Must possess good problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Ability to perform root-cause analyses is a plus.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with entities within and external to the company.
• In-depth analytical, computational, and organizing skills for technical writing, record keeping, statistical computations and economic analyses.
• Demonstrated presentation/facilitation skills to conduct group meetings and train department personnel.
• Must have or be able to qualify for State of Hawaii driver’s license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.

Experience Requirements

• Extensive (8+ years) experience with 5 or more years of power plant engineering or power plant operations & maintenance experience.

Role: Professional 

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Pearl City – Oahu

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Performance Engineer [Req ID 10550] position is $99,900.00 to $127,500.00. The hiring range for the Sr Performance Engineer [Req ID 10550] position is $109,900.00 to $142,600.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications.  

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Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com.

Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.

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The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated, energy-related affiliate companies is governed by the Affiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs) established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The ATRs were established with the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962 issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019, in Docket No. 2018-0065. With Decision and Order No. 42409, issued on March 23, 2026, in Docket No. 2025-0391, the PUC indefinitely suspended certain sections of the ATRs.

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