What are the responsibilities and job description for the Power Generation Civil Engineer II position at Omaha Public Power District?
Opportunity Profile
What This Role Delivers
Power Generation Civil Engineer II professionals apply intermediate engineering expertise to support structural reliability, equipment lifecycle management, and civil system performance across OPPD's generating stations. You will evaluate structural components, develop repair solutions, and plan and implement civil upgrades. Your work will include rigging beam analysis, concrete repair design, pond liner assessment, compaction evaluations, and structural condition monitoring. You will independently support project planning and contribute to maintaining safe, long-term plant operation.
What You'll Do
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Salary/Wage Info
Grade: S4
Minimum: $90,759
Midpoint: $113,449
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before October 23 rd . #
Our Culture & Mission
At Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people - our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12 th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.
We lead with integrity, support one another, and do what's right, because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.
We create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact; on families, on the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.
If you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you're in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too; which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.
Ready to apply?
When you apply, be sure your resume highlights the skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role.
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
If you would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with OPPD, please email OPPD Talent Acquisition at TalentAcquisition@OPPD.com .
Recruiter Information
Recruiter: Michael Fierro - mrfierro@oppd.com
What This Role Delivers
Power Generation Civil Engineer II professionals apply intermediate engineering expertise to support structural reliability, equipment lifecycle management, and civil system performance across OPPD's generating stations. You will evaluate structural components, develop repair solutions, and plan and implement civil upgrades. Your work will include rigging beam analysis, concrete repair design, pond liner assessment, compaction evaluations, and structural condition monitoring. You will independently support project planning and contribute to maintaining safe, long-term plant operation.
What You'll Do
- Develop equipment and system expertise by deepening understanding of plant structures, rigging components, foundations, liners, and civil support systems.
- Analyze structural and civil system health by reviewing inspections, testing data, and field conditions to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Conduct advanced troubleshooting for structural issues that exceed operations or maintenance capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve emergent concerns.
- Lead equipment and civil modification projects such as foundation repairs, structural reinforcement, rigging beam upgrades, erosion mitigation, and pond liner improvements.
- Prepare and review engineering deliverables to support planning, documentation, and execution of civil projects.
- Contribute to process improvements by recommending enhancements to standards, workflows, and inspection practices.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully complete essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- 2 years experience in civil/structural engineering, preferably in industrial or power settings
- Ability to perform structural calculations, field evaluations, and repair recommendations
- Strong communication skills to support cross-functional project coordination
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver consistent work quality
- Experience with structural inspections, concrete repair design, or rigging structure assessments
- Office: Work will be performed in a modern office environment amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, and noises.
- Field: Work will be performed outside in a wide variety of weather conditions (snow, rain, heat, cold, wind, etc.), terrain, and other natural environmental hazards as well as pollen and other airborne allergens.
- Generation Plant: Work will be performed inside with exposure to industrial building conditions and may include extreme temperatures, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, and loud noise levels.
- Travel: Must be able to travel throughout the service territory and report to various locations in a timely manner as needed.
- Work will be performed in high traffic environments.
- Will work around energized high voltage electrical equipment.
- Will work in construction areas that present many physical hazards.
- Will work at heights.
- Will work in closed or confined spaces.
- Will work around asbestos and lead.
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Salary/Wage Info
Grade: S4
Minimum: $90,759
Midpoint: $113,449
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before October 23 rd . #
Our Culture & Mission
At Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people - our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12 th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.
We lead with integrity, support one another, and do what's right, because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.
We create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact; on families, on the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.
If you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you're in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too; which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.
Ready to apply?
When you apply, be sure your resume highlights the skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role.
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
If you would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with OPPD, please email OPPD Talent Acquisition at TalentAcquisition@OPPD.com .
Recruiter Information
Recruiter: Michael Fierro - mrfierro@oppd.com
Salary : $90,759 - $113,449