Electrical Engineer Principal/New Generation
Core
Define electrical design-basis requirements and support the technical specification, engineering, procurement, integration, and commissioning of power generation electrical systems for gas, coal, and renewable projects.
Role type
Principal Electrical Engineer (Utility-scale power generation)
Builds
Utility-scale power plant electrical systems (generators, transformers, switchgear, distribution systems, protective relaying, grounding, black-start systems)
Domain
Energy generation (Gas, Coal, Renewable) + Electrical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Protection relaying, power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination), vendor drawing review, procurement specification development, construction/commissioning support, MV/HV equipment testing, grounding design, code compliance (IEEE, NEC/NFPA70, ANSI, IEC)
Preferred skills
Power electronics for renewables and storage, battery storage/inverter experience, utility interconnection practices, scripting or databases
Technologies
MS Office, power system study tools
Responsibilities
Support development of electrical design-basis and equipment requirements; Assist with power system studies and data preparation; Review vendor drawings, technical bids, and RFx deliverables; Prepare technical and procurement specifications; Support OEM interfacing during procurement; Provide construction and commissioning support; Assist with protection relay settings and grounding design; Ensure designs comply with relevant codes and standards; Coordinate with mechanical, I&C, civil, and operations teams; Contribute to O&M documentation and lifecycle cost input
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with coordination responsibilities