Electrical Systems Engineer

Steam Plant Systems Engineering is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to support electrical engineering efforts across steam and gas generating stations. This role is responsible for performing advanced power system analysis, including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and protective relay coordination studies, while supporting the design, specification, and lifecycle management of plant electrical equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with transformers, switchgear, breakers, generators, cables, and motor control systems in a utility or heavy industrial environment.

This individual will serve as a key technical resource across engineering and operations teams, driving system reliability through condition assessments, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. The role also includes project responsibilities such as developing specifications, supporting procurement, overseeing testing and commissioning, and coordinating with internal stakeholders and external vendors. The selected candidate must be a self-starter who can manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively across organizations, and maintain a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and engineering excellence in active plant environments.

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• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related)
• 5–10+ years of experience in power systems, utilities, or heavy industrial environments
• Strong experience with power system studies: load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and relay coordination
• Hands-on experience with plant electrical equipment: transformers, switchgear, breakers, cables, generators, motors, MCCs
• Experience with equipment sizing, system analysis, and lifecycle management
• Working knowledge of protective relaying and electrical protection schemes
• Experience supporting power plants, substations, or large industrial facilities
• Ability to perform root cause analysis, system condition assessments, and troubleshooting
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, P&IDs, system descriptions, and technical documentation
• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations (NEC, NFPA, IEEE)
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, support projects, and collaborate across engineering and operations teams

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with NERC compliance standards or utility regulatory requirements
• Proficiency with power system modeling software (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower)
• Experience overseeing testing and commissioning of electrical equipment (transformers, breakers, generators)
• Background in medium-voltage systems (5kV–69kV or higher)
• Familiarity with UPS systems, battery storage, and emergency power systems
• Experience with vendor management, procurement, and technical specifications
• Prior experience working directly in steam or gas generating stations

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.