The Vice President of Mechanical Engineering is the top authority for all mechanical systems and engineering decisions across the power generation fleet. This role provides technical leadership, strategy, and operational support to ensure that all mechanical assets perform efficiently, reliably, and safely throughout their lifecycle. The VP directs engineering governance, project execution, asset integrity, and innovation in mechanical systems used in large-scale energy production.
Develop and execute mechanical engineering strategy aligned with operational and regulatory goals
Establish engineering standards, design specifications, and QA/QC policies across plants
Lead the implementation of industry codes and practices (ASME, API, NFPA, etc.)
Provide technical leadership on turbines (steam/gas), HRSGs, boilers, condensers, feedwater systems, fans, compressors, piping networks, and valves
Lead engineering evaluations for major mechanical upgrades, repowering, and performance optimization
Approve mechanical risk assessments and failure analysis reports
Oversee mechanical reliability programs using RCM, RCA, FMEA, and predictive analytics
Set and track performance KPIs (availability, reliability, MTBF, thermal efficiency)
Drive improvements in mechanical O&M through design standardization and analytics
Ensure mechanical integrity compliance per jurisdictional pressure vessel laws and grid authority standards
Lead inspection, testing, and lifecycle management of high-risk mechanical systems
Own the Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) and fitness-for-service evaluation strategy
Review and authorize mechanical scopes for new builds, retrofits, repowering, and emissions upgrades
Collaborate with project managers to align EPC contractors and design reviews
Serve as final authority for major equipment procurement and technical specifications
Champion initiatives for emissions reduction, waste heat recovery, and improved fuel efficiency
Guide mechanical innovations (e.g., hybrid systems, hydrogen integration, advanced materials)
Lead decarbonization studies involving thermal asset transition and repowering
Lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers, analysts, and maintenance SMEs
Promote engineering excellence, training, certification, and succession planning
Interface with external engineering institutes, OEMs, and regulatory bodies
✅ Mechanical design and performance optimization of thermal systems
✅ Asset integrity of rotating and pressure equipment
✅ Grid reliability, thermal efficiency, and emissions compliance
✅ Engineering innovation for plant lifecycle extension and modernization
✅ Governance of maintenance engineering and condition-based strategies
Codes & Standards: ASME Sections I, III, VIII, B31.1; API 610/617/579; ISO 55000; IEEE standards
Equipment: Steam/gas turbines, boilers, pumps, valves, BOP systems, cooling towers
Software: AutoPIPE, ANSYS, CAESAR II, PI System, APM tools, SAP PM, ETAP (interface)
Methods: RCM, FMEA, RBI, Root Cause Analysis, Condition Monitoring (vibration, thermography, etc.)
Executive-level technical decision-making
Strong balance of engineering depth and business strategy
Effective risk and stakeholder management
Change leadership and transformation champion
Collaborative leadership across functions and geographies
Plant mechanical availability and forced outage rate
Thermal cycle efficiency and fuel utilization rate
Compliance with inspection schedules and safety codes
CAPEX/OPEX variance on mechanical project portfolios
Innovation adoption and carbon reduction outcomes
Employee certification, training completion, and retention
Direct Reports: Directors of Mechanical Engineering, Reliability Leads, Senior Design Engineers
Interfaces: Plant Managers, Operations, Projects, Procurement, QA/QC, Regulatory Affairs
Location: Head Office or Technical Center
Travel: 25–40% to generation assets, OEMs, and project sites
Engagement in audits, commissioning, major failure investigations, and turnarounds