Senior Electrical Engineer- Energy & Power Solutions

Selectek, Inc.

$130K — $200K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 10+ years in electrical design or consulting, focusing on utility/power projects
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S.
  • Experience in client engagement and business development
  • Strong project management and proposal development skills
  • Excellent communication and technical writing abilities
  • Willingness to work hybrid and travel up to 50% as needed

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering teams to provide design and advisory services for energy projects
  • Develop project plans from concept to implementation based on client needs
  • Mentor junior and mid-level engineers to enhance team capabilities
  • Engage in business development activities including client relations and proposals
  • Manage project planning, scope, and estimates for execution
  • Ensure project quality and adherence to schedules and budgets
  • Contribute to the strategy and growth of decarbonization initiatives

Benefits

  • Clear pathways for leadership and technical advancement
  • Access to a global engineering network and innovation resources
  • Opportunity to engage in diverse, impactful energy projects nationwide
  • Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
  • An inclusive workplace culture that values contributions from all employees
Full Job Description
Job Description

Senior Electrical Engineer - Energy & Power Solutions
Location Options: Ft. Worth, TX | Greenville, SC | Denver, CO | Philadelphia, PA | Cary, NC | Chicago, IL
Type: Temp-to-Perm | Hybrid (minimum 2 days/week onsite when not traveling)
Travel: Up to 50% (varies by project)
Salary Range: $130,000 - $200,000 DOE

Overview:
An established engineering organization is expanding its Energy & Power Solutions team to support the growing demand for sustainable, reliable, and resilient energy infrastructure. We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in utility and power projects to take a lead role in delivering engineering design, advisory services, and business development initiatives for complex energy projects. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior staff, manage engineering teams, and collaborate directly with clients to develop and execute innovative energy solutions.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead electrical engineering teams in delivering design solutions and advisory services for utility, power generation, renewable energy, and energy storage projects.
  • Review client needs, develop conceptual plans, and carry projects through detailed design to implementation.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers.
  • Engage in business development, including client engagement, proposal development, and strategic pursuits.
  • Manage project execution planning, scope development, and man-hour estimates.
  • Ensure project deliverables meet quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
  • Contribute to strategy formation, innovation, and expansion of energy transition and decarbonization portfolios.
  • Collaborate across disciplines to integrate emerging technologies and sustainability solutions.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 10+ years of electrical engineering design and/or consulting experience, with a strong background in utility/power projects.
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in any U.S. state and ability to obtain licensure in other states as needed.
  • Demonstrated success in client engagement, relationship building, and winning work.
  • Experience in business growth strategy and exploration of new project opportunities.
  • Strong project management skills, including proposal development and execution planning.
  • Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
  • Ability to work hybrid in one of the listed office locations and travel as needed.

Preferred/Highly Valued Experience:
  • Power distribution systems and microgrids.
  • Power generation projects exceeding 10MW capacity.
  • High-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) substation projects.
  • Renewable energy projects (solar, wind, hydro, geothermal).
  • Energy storage systems.
  • Power system modeling using SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or similar software.
  • Protection and control, SCADA, or power system automation.
  • Campus utility master planning and decarbonization strategies.
  • Cogeneration and combined heat and power systems.
  • Thermal utility plants and distribution systems.

Why Join:
  • Career growth built into the mission, with clear leadership and technical advancement paths.
  • Access to a global network of engineering expertise and innovation resources.
  • Opportunities to work on diverse, high-impact energy projects across the U.S.
  • Commitment to continuous learning, certifications, and professional development.
  • Inclusive workplace culture where every voice is valued.

Additional Details:
  • PE License is required.
  • Candidates on VISAs will not be considered.


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