Senior Electrical Engineer - Thermal Power Generation

Electric Power Engineers

$100K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Austin, TX
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems or B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with electrical design experience
  • Active Professional Engineering (PE) license required
  • 7+ years of electrical design experience for gas turbine, cogeneration, or reciprocating engine power plants
  • 7+ years of experience with HV/MV electrical systems in power generation or industrial facilities
  • Demonstrated ability to independently develop and stamp SLDs, HV/MV distribution designs, and grounding schemes
  • Strong working knowledge of relevant standards including NEC, NFPA 70E, and IEEE

Responsibilities

  • Independently develop and stamp AC Single Line Diagrams (SLD) and HV/MV power distribution designs for thermal generation facilities
  • Select and specify electrical equipment to meet project requirements and applicable codes
  • Lead installation oversight, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and troubleshooting for power plants
  • Provide licensed technical guidance and peer review on electrical design deliverables
  • Ensure compliance of electrical design deliverables with industry standards and regulations
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers for full integration of electrical systems
  • Contribute to the development of internal technical standards and best practices
  • Support business development activities including proposals and client presentations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with 100% premium coverage
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • MyShare Employee Ownership Program
  • Opportunities to work with industry leaders
  • 401K plan with up to a 4% match, fully vested from day 1
Full Job Description
Overview

We are designing the grid of the future! 

EPE is a leading energy engineering consultancy delivering high-impact solutions across conventional thermal, renewable, storage, and hybrid power systems. As a Senior Electrical Engineer – Thermal Power Generation, you will serve as a primary technical resource for the electrical design and integration of conventional thermal generation assets — including gas turbines, reciprocating (RICE) engine-generator sets, and their balance of plant (BOP) — working alongside experienced technical leaders on technically complex, high-visibility projects spanning the full lifecycle from feasibility and design through commissioning and operations support. As a licensed Professional Engineer, you will independently deliver and stamp high-quality consulting deliverables across simple-cycle, combined-cycle, cogeneration (CHP), and reciprocating engine plants, provide technical guidance to project team members, and actively contribute to EPE's internal knowledge base and best practices.  

 

EPE supports a flexible work environment. This role is open to remote candidates based in the United States or Canada, with travel required for client engagements, FAT/SAT, and commissioning activities. 

Responsibilities

How you can make an impact:

  • Independently develop and stamp AC Single Line Diagrams (SLD), HV/MV power distribution designs, and facility grounding schemes for thermal generation facilities
  • Select and specify electrical equipment — including transformers, switchgear, protection and control systems, and instrumentation — to meet project requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards
  • Lead installation oversight, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and troubleshooting for gas turbine and reciprocating engine plants
  • Serve as a licensed technical resource for project teams, providing PE-level design guidance and peer review on electrical deliverables
  • Ensure all electrical design deliverables comply with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and other applicable regulatory and industry requirements; sign and seal documents as required by applicable jurisdiction
  • Collaborate with mechanical, controls, civil, and structural engineers to ensure full integration of electrical systems with plant BOP and auxiliary systems
  • Actively contribute to the development and maintenance of EPE's internal technical standards, design templates, and best practices for thermal generation projects
  • Support business development activities including proposal development, scope definition, and client technical presentations
  • Own personal project delivery against defined scope, schedule, and budget objectives, proactively identifying and escalating risks
Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a power systems focus, or B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with demonstrated electrical power systems design experience
  • Active Professional Engineering (PE) license Required
  • 7+ years of electrical design experience for gas turbine, cogeneration, or reciprocating engine power plants
  • 7+ years of experience with HV/MV electrical systems in power generation or industrial facilities
  • Demonstrated ability to independently develop and stamp SLDs, HV/MV distribution designs, grounding schemes, and electrical equipment specifications
  • Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE 80, IEEE C37, and related standards applicable to power generation facilities

Preferred

 

  • PE licensure in multiple states or willingness to obtain reciprocal licensure as project needs require
  • Experience with major thermal generation OEMs, including gas turbine manufacturers (GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Solar Turbines) and reciprocating engine manufacturers (Wärtsilä, Caterpillar, MAN)
  • Hands-on experience leading FAT/SAT and commissioning activities for turbine or engine-generator plants
  • Working knowledge of mechanical and controls systems for gas turbines and RICE gensets
  • Proficiency with electrical design and analysis tools such as ETAP, SKM PowerTools, or AutoCAD Electrical
  • Experience across simple-cycle, combined-cycle, CHP, and reciprocating engine plant configurations
  • Prior consulting or owner's engineer experience

 

How we support you:

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • MyShare Employee Ownership Program
  • Work with industry leaders
  • 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)

 

 

Location: This position is remote US or Canada

Travel:  Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

 

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