Equipment Database Specialist / Project Manager I

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The Equipment Database Specialist is an individual contributor responsible for performing the detailed equipment database development work required to support new gas Combined Cycle, CT, and Renewables generation projects across the RRE fleet. This role performs hands-on development and validation of asset database records, Maximo equipment hierarchy and equipment data, job plans and preventive maintenance records, LOTO database information, TagsPro data, and equipment tagging support.

The individual will reconcile source information from IFC drawings, Master Equipment Lists, vendor documentation, equipment manuals, and other project deliverables to establish accurate and complete equipment databases prior to turnover and operation. This position requires strong knowledge of Maximo, TagsPro, drawing review, equipment data structures, preventive maintenance development, and plant equipment tagging conventions.

As part of the Plant Integration team, the Equipment Database Specialist will primarily perform the execution work necessary to build equipment databases for new generation facilities. The role may also provide technical guidance, daily direction, and quality review support to contract Equipment Database Specialists or other matrixed resources but is not intended to serve as a hiring manager or direct supervisor.

• Execute equipment database development activities for new generation projects, including MEL and IFC drawing reconciliation, Maximo asset and equipment hierarchy development, equipment data validation, LOTO/TagsPro database development, equipment tagging support, and job plan/preventive maintenance development. Review engineering drawings, vendor documentation, O&M manuals, and project deliverables to ensure equipment data accuracy and readiness for turnover.
• Schedule and track status of work. Coordinate with Plant Integration Team Leads, EPCs, engineering, operations, maintenance, and project stakeholders to obtain source documentation, resolve equipment data discrepancies, communicate status, and support successful project execution.
• Provide technical guidance, training, work direction, and quality review for contract Equipment Database Specialists and other matrixed resources supporting assigned projects.
• Champion equipment database processes, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support data quality audits, process enhancements, lessons learned, and development of best practices to improve project execution and long-term asset management.

Basic Qualifications

• Associates degree AND 2 years minimum required related work experience
• In lieu of degree and experience listed above, Highschool/GED AND 5 years of minimum required related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining Maximo asset and equipment hierarchy databases.
• Experience developing preventive maintenance strategies, job plans, and maintenance task records within a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) environment.
• Experience performing equipment data validation, quality assurance reviews, and database audits to support accurate and maintainable asset information.
• Experience reconciling Master Equipment Lists (MELs), IFC drawings, vendor documentation, and equipment manuals to support equipment database development.
• Experience developing equipment tagging, LOTO databases, and TagsPro system configurations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply mechanical, electrical, civil, process, and instrumentation drawings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• SharePoint experience
• Procore / PIMS experience
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical guidance, training support, and quality review for contract personnel and matrixed project resources.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with engineering, construction, operations, maintenance, and contract personnel supporting generation projects.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to demonstrate problem solving ability
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize multiple deliverables, and execute detailed technical work with minimal supervision
• Must have strong organization skills
• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and civil drawings, technical publications and equipment manuals.
• Possess strong Computer skills, including databases, word processing, spreadsheets.
• Must possess the ability to adapt to other crafts (i.e. mechanical, civil, etc.)
• Knowledge of power plant equipment, systems, and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of general safety and environmental practices

Working Conditions

• Hybrid - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to any Duke Energy RRE facility.
• Environmental Conditions - office environment, plant location, field environment
• Physical Requirements - Ability to navigate an active construction site and comply with the PPE requirements, climb stairs or ladders. Includes exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust and humidity.

Travel Requirements
15-25%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
No

Represented/Union Position
No

Visa Sponsored Position
No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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