Electrical Engineer SR

Position Overview

Bloc Resources is seeking a highly experienced and technically skilled Senior Electrical Engineer (Power Generation) to support engineering operations at a utility power generation facility. This role provides advanced technical leadership, plant support, and long-term engineering strategy development to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for troubleshooting complex electrical and mechanical systems, managing capital and O&M projects, and developing long-range maintenance and improvement plans. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and lifecycle optimization of plant equipment and systems.

This is a senior-level engineering role requiring strong technical expertise, independent decision-making, and the ability to collaborate across operations, maintenance, vendors, and corporate engineering teams.

Work Environment

This position is based at a power generation facility (Plant McIntosh) and includes a combination of office and field work. The environment requires hands-on engagement with plant systems and equipment in operational settings.

• Exposure to industrial plant conditions, including heat, cold, noise, and mechanical systems

• Fieldwork involving walking, climbing, bending, and working around large equipment

• Collaboration with operations, maintenance, engineering, and vendor teams

• On-call responsibilities and support for plant reliability as needed

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Support & Technical Leadership

• Provide day-to-day technical engineering support for plant electrical and mechanical systems

• Serve as a troubleshooting resource for complex system issues and equipment failures

• Evaluate plant systems and recommend design, performance, and reliability improvements

• Provide engineering guidance to operations and maintenance teams

Capital & O&M Project Management

• Manage capital and operations & maintenance (O&M) projects from planning through execution

• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and justification for approval

• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget

• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal engineering teams

Long-Term Planning & Budgeting

• Develop 5- and 10-year capital improvement plans for plant systems and infrastructure

• Prepare and support budget development, forecasting, and financial justification

• Provide monthly accruals, variance analysis, and reporting to finance stakeholders

System Analysis & Reliability Engineering

• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and system issues

• Perform technical evaluations of plant systems including performance and reliability assessments

• Recommend upgrades, modifications, and long-term engineering solutions

Equipment Oversight & Evaluation

• Conduct ongoing inspections and evaluations of plant equipment and systems

• Monitor performance of key assets including pumps, motors, turbines, boilers, switchgear, and control systems

• Identify opportunities for optimization and lifecycle extension

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Southern Company Services, OEMs, and external engineering partners

• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure project alignment and technical compliance

• Communicate engineering needs and recommendations to plant and corporate leadership

Documentation & Reporting

• Develop technical reports, work orders, and project documentation

• Maintain accurate records of engineering decisions, analyses, and recommendations

• Provide clear communication on project status, risks, and performance metrics

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited program required)

• 10 years of engineering experience in power generation, industrial, or utility environments

• Strong background in electrical systems within a power plant or heavy industrial setting

• Demonstrated experience in project management and technical leadership

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and power generation systems

• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) across technical and non-technical audiences

• Ability to work independently and make sound engineering decisions

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external vendors

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic plant environment

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Experience with industrial electrical systems including switchgear, transformers, breakers, and controls

• Familiarity with plant systems such as turbines, boilers, pumps, valves, and control systems

• Knowledge of PLCs and Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

• Experience with root cause analysis (RCA) methodologies

• Proficiency with engineering and business software tools for project planning and budgeting

• Strong understanding of maintenance planning and asset management practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a utility or large-scale power generation facility

• Experience supporting capital planning and long-range asset management programs

• Familiarity with Southern Company systems and processes

• Exposure to OEM coordination and multi-plant engineering support

Additional Requirements

• Must be available for on-call support as needed

• Ability to work nights, weekends, or holidays when required

• Occasional extended work hours based on plant needs

• Minimal travel required (approximately 15%)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and field environments

• Ability to walk long distances within plant facilities

• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and navigate industrial equipment areas

• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, noise, etc.)

Job Title: Electrical Engineer Sr (Power Generation)

Location: 981 Old Augusta Road Central, Rincon, GA 31326, United States
Pay Rate: $59.00 – $61.20 per hour
Job Type: Contract (Plant-Based / On-Site)
Company: Bloc Resources

Position Overview

Bloc Resources is seeking a highly experienced and technically skilled Senior Electrical Engineer (Power Generation) to support engineering operations at a utility power generation facility. This role provides advanced technical leadership, plant support, and long-term engineering strategy development to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for troubleshooting complex electrical and mechanical systems, managing capital and O&M projects, and developing long-range maintenance and improvement plans. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and lifecycle optimization of plant equipment and systems.

This is a senior-level engineering role requiring strong technical expertise, independent decision-making, and the ability to collaborate across operations, maintenance, vendors, and corporate engineering teams.

Work Environment

This position is based at a power generation facility (Plant McIntosh) and includes a combination of office and field work. The environment requires hands-on engagement with plant systems and equipment in operational settings.

• Exposure to industrial plant conditions, including heat, cold, noise, and mechanical systems

• Fieldwork involving walking, climbing, bending, and working around large equipment

• Collaboration with operations, maintenance, engineering, and vendor teams

• On-call responsibilities and support for plant reliability as needed

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Support & Technical Leadership

• Provide day-to-day technical engineering support for plant electrical and mechanical systems

• Serve as a troubleshooting resource for complex system issues and equipment failures

• Evaluate plant systems and recommend design, performance, and reliability improvements

• Provide engineering guidance to operations and maintenance teams

Capital & O&M Project Management

• Manage capital and operations & maintenance (O&M) projects from planning through execution

• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and justification for approval

• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget

• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal engineering teams

Long-Term Planning & Budgeting

• Develop 5- and 10-year capital improvement plans for plant systems and infrastructure

• Prepare and support budget development, forecasting, and financial justification

• Provide monthly accruals, variance analysis, and reporting to finance stakeholders

System Analysis & Reliability Engineering

• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and system issues

• Perform technical evaluations of plant systems including performance and reliability assessments

• Recommend upgrades, modifications, and long-term engineering solutions

Equipment Oversight & Evaluation

• Conduct ongoing inspections and evaluations of plant equipment and systems

• Monitor performance of key assets including pumps, motors, turbines, boilers, switchgear, and control systems

• Identify opportunities for optimization and lifecycle extension

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Southern Company Services, OEMs, and external engineering partners

• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure project alignment and technical compliance

• Communicate engineering needs and recommendations to plant and corporate leadership

Documentation & Reporting

• Develop technical reports, work orders, and project documentation

• Maintain accurate records of engineering decisions, analyses, and recommendations

• Provide clear communication on project status, risks, and performance metrics

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited program required)

• 10 years of engineering experience in power generation, industrial, or utility environments

• Strong background in electrical systems within a power plant or heavy industrial setting

• Demonstrated experience in project management and technical leadership

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and power generation systems

• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) across technical and non-technical audiences

• Ability to work independently and make sound engineering decisions

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external vendors

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic plant environment

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Experience with industrial electrical systems including switchgear, transformers, breakers, and controls

• Familiarity with plant systems such as turbines, boilers, pumps, valves, and control systems

• Knowledge of PLCs and Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

• Experience with root cause analysis (RCA) methodologies

• Proficiency with engineering and business software tools for project planning and budgeting

• Strong understanding of maintenance planning and asset management practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a utility or large-scale power generation facility

• Experience supporting capital planning and long-range asset management programs

• Familiarity with Southern Company systems and processes

• Exposure to OEM coordination and multi-plant engineering support

Additional Requirements

• Must be available for on-call support as needed

• Ability to work nights, weekends, or holidays when required

• Occasional extended work hours based on plant needs

• Minimal travel required (approximately 15%)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and field environments

• Ability to walk long distances within plant facilities

• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and navigate industrial equipment areas

• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, noise, etc.)

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay rate of $59.00 – $61.20 per hour

• Competitive compensation aligned with senior-level engineering roles in power generation

• Access to BLOC Resources contractor support services, including onboarding assistance and recruiter support

• Opportunity to work on high-impact utility generation systems and capital projects

• Exposure to advanced plant engineering, reliability, and asset management strategies

• Potential for contract extension, long-term placement, or advancement based on performance and business needs

About Bloc Resources

Bloc Resources is a leading workforce solutions provider specializing in engineering, utilities, and technical staffing. We connect highly skilled professionals with industry-leading organizations while providing ongoing support, career development, and opportunities to work on critical infrastructure projects.