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Berkshire Hathaway Energy

Diversified energy company

Technical Specialist 1/2/Senior - Water Treatment & Steam Systems

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 10/29/26
$103.8k - $146.4k+ Relocation assistance
Entry, Junior, Mid, Senior
Bachelor's
Lusby, MD, USA
In PersonCove Point facility in Lusby, Maryland. Relocation assistance may be available subject to eligibility.
Electrical EngineeringControls & Automation Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should have 0-2+ years of relevant experience and competencies in the applicable discipline.
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should have basic knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and practices.
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should be able to learn and apply mathematics, science, engineering, and technology tools to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should be able to learn and design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should have oral, written, and graphical communication skills, including basic technical writing skills.
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should be able to learn and conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments.
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should be able to function as a member of a technical team.
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should have organizational skills and be able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should have basic computer and keyboarding skills, including use of Microsoft Office and applicable software programs.
  • Technical Specialist 1 candidates should demonstrate questioning, problem-solving, analytical, and abstract-thinking skills.
  • Technical Specialist 2 candidates should have 3+ years of relevant experience and demonstrated competencies in the applicable discipline.
  • Technical Specialist 2 candidates should know engineering principles, theories, and practices.
  • Technical Specialist 2 candidates should be able to apply mathematics, science, engineering, and technology tools to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
  • Technical Specialist 2 candidates should be able to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
  • Technical Specialist 2 candidates should have effective oral, written, and graphical communication skills, including technical writing.
  • Technical Specialist 2 candidates should be able to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
  • Technical Specialist 2 candidates should be able to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and analyze and interpret results to improve processes.
  • Technical Specialist 2 candidates should be able to function effectively independently and as a member of a technical team.
  • Technical Specialist 2 candidates should have organizational and project-management skills and proficient personal-computer skills, including knowledge of applicable software programs.
  • Senior Technical Specialist candidates should have 5+ years of relevant experience and demonstrated competencies in the applicable discipline.
  • Senior Technical Specialist candidates should have in-depth knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and practices.
  • Senior Technical Specialist candidates should be able to apply mathematics, science, engineering, and technology tools to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
  • Senior Technical Specialist candidates should be able to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
  • Senior Technical Specialist candidates should have strong oral, written, and graphical communication skills, including technical writing.
  • Senior Technical Specialist candidates should be able to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
  • Senior Technical Specialist candidates should be able to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and analyze and interpret results to improve processes.
  • Senior Technical Specialist candidates should be able to function effectively independently and as a member of a technical team.
  • Senior Technical Specialist candidates should have excellent organizational and project-management skills and personal-computer skills, including knowledge of applicable software programs.
  • A bachelor's degree is required; candidates without one typically need four years of related, progressive work experience.
  • A valid TWIC card or proof of TWIC card application is required prior to employment.
  • Candidates must have good critical-thinking skills and be willing to learn new tasks as needed.
  • Senior Technical Specialist does not function as a technician modifying, operating, or maintaining systems or equipment.
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the Power Block water physical and chemical program and its implementation, including maintaining the Station Chemistry Guidelines procedure.
  • Track and trend Power Block water and steam-system properties and control parameters through the DCS and manual spreadsheets.
  • Assist the Water Treatment Operations Power Block Lead in evaluating and monitoring key performance and process parameters to control and optimize the reverse osmosis process and Zero Liquid Discharge system.
  • Perform daily walkdowns of the Power Block sampling panels to ensure instrumentation is operating normally.
  • Track Power Block bulk chemical usage for chemistry and physical-properties control, including pH control, corrosion control, and conductivity.
  • Order bulk chemicals from vendors as needed to maintain proper inventory for Power Block and Water Treatment facilities.
  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and yearly process-panel instrumentation.
  • Assist Operations with water-treatment and steam-quality issues and make recommendations as needed.
  • Liaise between BHE Cove Point groups and the SGS laboratory as needed to ensure sampling and analysis of hydrocarbon-process samples.
  • Contact outside vendors as needed to help resolve quality issues that cannot be resolved internally.
  • Provide solutions or participate in technical groups, including through MOC, to ensure optimal operation of Power Block and Water Treatment Systems.
  • Technical Specialist 1 performs routine to moderate assignments that develop engineering-technology work knowledge, technical skills, and experience in the functional area or engineering discipline.
  • Technical Specialist 1 provides technical support and assistance in analyzing and evaluating systems, equipment, and programs.
  • Technical Specialist 2 performs moderate to complex work requiring proficient technical skills, knowledge, and experience in the functional area or engineering discipline.
  • Technical Specialist 2 provides technical support, direction, and advice in analyzing and evaluating systems, equipment, and programs.
  • Senior Technical Specialist performs difficult and complex work requiring strong technical skills and significant knowledge and experience in the functional area or engineering discipline.
  • Senior Technical Specialist provides expert technical support, direction, and advice in analyzing and evaluating systems, equipment, and programs.
Desired Qualifications
  • Preferred degree fields are Biology, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mathematics, or Physics.

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Berkshire Hathaway Energy

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Berkshire Hathaway Energy is a diversified energy company operating regulated utilities and energy infrastructure businesses. The company’s portfolio spans electricity, natural gas, transmission, renewable generation, pipelines, storage, and related energy services. It serves residential and business customers, communities, regulators, energy markets, and infrastructure partners. Its operating model centers on operating companies managed through regulated business units, long-term infrastructure investment, shared governance, and technical expertise. Teams work across engineering, utility operations, renewables, transmission, pipelines, regulation, finance, technology, and customer service. Teams support coordinated daily delivery.

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