About The Position
The Mechanical (ME) Engineer performs engineering studies, designs, technical specification development, construction, and commissioning activities for new natural gas combined cycle(NGCC) and simple cycle gas turbine(SC) energy centers for Ameren Missouri. In addition, this role may require support for projects at other existing or new Power Operations Generation facilities including fossil, gas, hydro and renewable. The position will include project support duties that may require long and/or non-standard work hours. The Mechanical Engineer will report to Manager 6 New Gas Generation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Responsible for the development and review of mechanical engineering specific requirements for existing generating fleet, new simple cycle and new combined cycle generation projects.
- Lead mechanical engineering technical support for all phases of simple cycle, combined cycle and other generation projects.
- Create, review, and participate in projects design, planning, and constructability reviews, value engineering, permitting, risk review, and lessons learned.
- Develop equipment specification for simple cycle and combined cycle power island equipment and auxiliary support equipment.
- Develop construction specifications and complete bid documents, direct drawing preparation and assist in providing cost estimates.
- Interact and collaborate with various engineering groups, vendors, contractors, architect/engineering firms, and internal customers to achieve project objectives.
- Assist or lead in the planning, project oversight/management, inspections, and commissioning of projects.
- Review shop drawings, perform site visits and inspections during construction, and use problem solving skills to develop timely resolutions to field issues.
- Experience in the following commercial software applications is preferred: AutoCAD, FATHOM and Bluebeam. High proficiency in MS Office applications.
QualificationsBachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Nuclear or Chemical engineering from an accredited college or university required. Missouri Professional Engineer (P.E.) License or commitment to actively pursue one in Missouri preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Ten or more years of engineering experience in simple cycle, combined cycle or Rankin cycle experience preferred.
In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:
Candidate must have good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. Candidate must also have capability to work effectively as part of a project team with the ability to handle and prioritize multiple assignments and projects. Must be highly adaptable to a changing industry and willing to stay current with the latest industry technologies. Willing to travel to project site locations. Overnight travel is expected to be limited.
*Technical career path level depends upon applicants 6 credentials and position market pay level.
Additional InformationAmeren 6s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include a leadership assessment process. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.
Compensation Range:
$111,100.00 - $215,300.00
* This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant 6s credentials.
At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.
If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:
Tuesday August 25, 2026
