What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conventional Generation Principal Engineer position at Electric Power Engineers and Careers?
As a Principal Conventional Thermal Generation Engineer at EPE, you will lead the design and integration of electrical systems for conventional thermal assets—gas turbines, reciprocating (RICE) engine-generator sets, and their balance of plant (BOP). You’ll deliver high-quality consulting services for simple/combined-cycle, cogeneration (CHP), and reciprocating engine plants while advancing EPE’s internal knowledge base and best practices.
Responsibilities:- Develop AC Single Line Diagram (SLD), HV – MV design, grounding schemes; HV - MV power distribution design.
- Selecting and specifying appropriate electrical equipment, such as transformers, switchgear, and instrumentation, ensuring they meet project requirements and industry standards.
- Oversee installation, FAT/SAT, start-up, and troubleshooting of electrical systems for turbine and engine plants.
- Ensuring that all electrical work complies with relevant safety regulations and industry standards, such as those from the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Collaborating with mechanical, control, and other engineers to ensure the smooth integration of electrical systems with other plant components.
- Making sure to complete assigned projects on time while adhering to project quality and budget objectives.
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering (power systems focus) or Mechanical Engineering. Working knowledge of mechanical/controls aspects of turbines and RICE gensets is a plus
- Professional Engineering License is required
- 7 years of electrical design experience for gas turbine/cogeneration/reciprocating engine power plants.
- 7 years with electrical systems in power generation or industrial facilities.
- Experience with major OEMs (e.g., GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Solar Turbines; Wärtsilä, Caterpillar, MAN).
- Experience with simple-cycle, combined-cycle, CHP, and reciprocating engine configurations.
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
EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster
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