Electrical Engineer I

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Become a subject matter expert in generation controls

• Participate in a balanced training program that includes both fieldwork and office-based analysis

• Conduct analysis of field data

• Create test plans

• Prepare for field operations

• Perform calculations for mathematical models

• Execute simulations

• Document the results of analyses

• Guide generation resources through scheduled tests at large power plants

• Collect field data for further analysis

• Engage directly with instrumentation, control systems, and protection systems within the Bulk Electric System generation

• Enhance understanding of industry fundamentals while acquiring skills in generator controls, power systems, controls tuning, simulations, and compliance-related topics

• Undergo training for the initial 1–2 years to acquire the skills necessary for independent field operations

• Work across hydro, combustion turbine, thermal/nuclear turbine, wind, photovoltaic, and battery energy storage facilities throughout the United States

• Balance fieldwork and office responsibilities during the first 2–4 years

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor or Master of Science degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline focused on controls/power systems, completed or expected

• Undergraduate-level knowledge of power generation fundamentals

• Familiarity with control theory

• Experience using MATLAB/Simulink and similar software

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel

• Programming skills are advantageous but not mandatory

• A passion for travel and meeting new individuals

• Authorization to work in the United States is required

• Ability to pass a background check and drug test is necessary

• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Possession of a valid driver's license is essential

• Aspiration to become an industry-leading expert in generators and control systems

• Must reside in Pacific or Mountain time zone states

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• Retirement program with company matching

• 401(k) plan with company matching

• Tuition reimbursement

• Flexible work schedules

• Company-sponsored medical insurance

• Company-sponsored dental insurance

• Company-sponsored vision insurance

• Voluntary life insurance options

• Disability coverage

• Critical illness insurance

• Accident insurance

• Hospitalization coverage

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• FSA accounts for dependent care and transportation/parking expenses

• Potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses

• Supportive and inclusive working environment

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement