DESCRIPTION

Electric power generation engineers design and develop systems which generate electrical power, and develop strategies for the improvement of existing electricity generation systems. They strive to conciliate sustainable solutions with efficient and affordable solutions. They engage in projects where supply of electrical energy is required.

REGULATORY ASPECT

Electric power generation engineers design and develop systems which generate electrical power, and develop strategies for the improvement of existing electricity generation systems. They strive to conciliate sustainable solutions with efficient and affordable solutions. They engage in projects where supply of electrical energy is required.

ALTERNATIVE LABEL

  • production and electric power engineer
  • gas generation engineer
  • power plant project engineer
  • power station engineer
  • energy generation engineer
  • control and electric power engineer
  • quality and electric power engineer
  • power supply engineer
  • power generation networks engineer
  • power generation systems engineer
  • electric power plant project engineer
  • electric power station engineer
  • electric power supply engineer
  • electricity generation engineer
  • power plant engineer
  • electric power plant engineer

TECHNICAL SKILLS

KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALS
  • adjust engineering designs
  • approve engineering design
  • develop strategies for electricity contingencies
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  • ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule
  • ensure safety in electrical power operations
  • perform scientific research
  • promote sustainable energy
  • respond to electrical power contingencies
  • shift energy demands
  • use technical drawing software
OPTIONALS
  • analyse energy market trends
  • assess financial viability
  • coordinate electricity generation
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  • design utility equipment
  • develop electricity distribution schedule
  • ensure equipment maintenance
  • inspect industrial equipment
  • maintain electrical equipment
  • monitor electric generators
  • monitor nuclear power plant systems
  • monitor utility equipment
  • resolve equipment malfunctions
  • supervise crew
  • wear appropriate protective gear
ESSENTIALS
  • electric current
  • electric generators
  • electrical engineering
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  • electrical power safety regulations
  • electricity
  • energy
  • engineering principles
  • engineering processes
  • renewable energy technologies
  • technical drawings
OPTIONALS
  • CAD software
  • design drawings
  • design principles
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  • electricity consumption
  • electricity market
  • energy market
  • quality standards

SOFT SKILLS

CREATIVE THINKING

35%

COMMUNICATION

50%

CRITICAL THINKING

35%

DEPENDABILITY

35%

PROBLEM SOLVING

50%

TEAMWORK

75%