Program Manager II - Catalyst Management

Calpine, a business unit of Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG), is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. With 79 energy facilities in operation, Calpine’s fleet has the capacity to generate approximately 27,000 MW of electricity – enough to power approximately 27 million homes. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

This position is responsible for the implementation of major programs to include: predictive maintenance program, water treatment program, transformer reliability program, incident investigation program, training program, and other similar major programs. For example, the PdM program includes day to day management of the test and maintenance fleet services contractor(s), interpretation of the test results, and recommendations to Calpine Management and Calpine Engineering of critical items that are being monitored.  Coordinates and monitors the scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of company programs. Responsibilities also include aiding in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes and coordinating preparations of proposals, plans, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts. The programs managed by the Program Manager are to provide consistent implementation of the program throughout Calpine's Fleet, improving operational reliability and efficiency. Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules develops solutions to program problems and ensures programs are consistently delivered and maintained. Provides technical guidance to other departments within Calpine.  Provide technical leadership to both internal and external organizations and entities.    

Specialized Job Information

This position is responsible for the implementation of the Catalyst Management Program. This program includes day-to-day management of the test and maintenance fleet services contractor(s), interpretation of the test results, and recommendations to Calpine Management and Calpine Engineering of critical items that are being monitored.  Program includes defining, scheduling and implementing major maintenance activities on the catalyst systems including capital replacements.  Coordinates and monitors the scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of the program. Responsibilities also include aiding in the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes and coordinating preparations of proposals, plans, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts. The programs managed by the Program Manager are to provide consistent implementation of the program throughout Calpine's Fleet, improving operational reliability and efficiency. Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules develops solutions to program problems and ensures programs are consistently delivered and maintained. Provides technical guidance to other departments within Calpine.  Provide technical leadership to both internal and external organizations and entities.    

• Manage service providers and 3rd party consultants to inspect & test SCR and CO catalysts, track life expectancy, provide projections and develop 5 year and 10-year budgets for replacement and major maintenance, evaluate new catalyst technologies, and level catalyst costs.
• Lead catalyst replacement projects from the request for quote package development and proposal evaluation to field installation supervision.
• Review inspection and lab testing reports, communicates findings to plant/regional management, and supports the plants in implementing the recommendations.
• Evaluates catalyst and SCR system problems. Will take a lead role in implementing changes to improve safety, reliability, and performance of the equipment.
• Conducts site walks and supervises contractors during catalyst replacement and major maintenance projects.
• Review the quality of the contractor’s work daily to ensure it complies with the Calpine design standards, the construction specification and applicable codes.

Job Responsibilities

• Comprehensive knowledge.
• Seasoned professional with advanced applied experience.
• Applies advanced skills contributing to knowledge areas within function, but not yet an expert in all.
• Makes recommendations on moderately complex issues regarding project components and tasks.
• May make recommendations on new processes, tools and services; supports and contributes to development of new products, services or techniques.
• Works on problems of diverse scope ranging from moderate to complex.
• Uses independent judgment requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors. Collaborates with senior professionals in selection of methods, techniques, and analytical approach.
• Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
• Serves as project/technical lead on small to medium sized projects; may coordinate work of professionals, technicians and others outside of own department. 
• Works within specific guidelines and procedures and is frequently required to interpret application of policies/procedures/technical methods for others; often required to apply ingenuity and originality.
• Resource integrator – builds professional networks and identifies and connects resources to achieve goals. Regularly contributes actionable ideas in brainstorming and planning sessions.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in technical engineering and or chemical field of study
• Seasoned professional; typically requires 5+ years’ experience.

Additional Calpine Information:

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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