Senior Electrical Engineer- Santiago de Chile, Chile

Redtree; Santiago; Hybrid; CLP 42,000,000 - 60,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work opportunities

International exposure

Career development

Job summary

Redtree Engineering, part of CSI's global network, seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design and project execution for national and international assignments. You will mentor junior engineers and work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact power systems projects.

The role emphasizes design leadership, collaboration with clients and vendors, and adherence to industry standards across diverse energy infrastructure initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering projects.
• Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal).
• Experience in electrical power systems design and engineering.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical engineering scope for national and international projects.
• Develop and review electrical engineering designs and technical deliverables.
• Prepare and review one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, equipment layouts, and design documentation.
• Design and specify medium- and high-voltage electrical systems, including substations, transformers, switchgear, grounding systems, and protection and control systems.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and strategic partners to ensure successful project execution.
• Perform electrical studies, including load flow, short-circuit, arc flash, protection coordination, grounding, and related analyses.
• Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, codes, and client specifications.

Skills

Power systems design

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

PowerWorld

SIMSEE

AutoCAD

Job description

Redtree Engineering, part of CSI's global network, specializes in engineering, project management, and construction support services for power systems, industrial facilities, mission-critical infrastructure, and complex energy projects.

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing team and contribute to high-impact national and international projects. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside multidisciplinary teams, lead technical electrical engineering activities, mentor junior engineers, and support innovative power generation and infrastructure projects.

Position Overview

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will join our Electrical Engineering team and play a key role in the technical development, design, and execution of complex engineering projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and take ownership of engineering deliverables while providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical engineering scope for national and international projects.
• Develop and review electrical engineering designs and technical deliverables.
• Prepare and review one-line diagrams, electrical schematics, equipment layouts, and design documentation.
• Design and specify medium- and high-voltage electrical systems, including substations, transformers, switchgear, grounding systems, and protection and control systems.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and strategic partners to ensure successful project execution.
• Perform electrical studies, including load flow, short-circuit, arc flash, protection coordination, grounding, and related analyses.
• Support multidisciplinary project teams to develop integrated and constructible engineering solutions.
• Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, codes, and client specifications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering projects.
• Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated experience in electrical power systems design and engineering.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

We highly value candidates with experience in:

• Industrial facilities, renewable energy projects, substations, or combined-cycle power plants.
• Leading or coordinating engineering teams and technical disciplines.
• GIS (Gas Insulated Substation) projects.
• Electrical power system analysis and design tools such as ETAP, PowerWorld, SIMSEE, or AutoCAD.
• ANSI and ISO standards and regulations.
• Working in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead and contribute to high-impact engineering projects with international exposure.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and industry-leading clients.
• A professional environment focused on innovation, technical excellence, and career growth.
• Mentorship and leadership opportunities within a growing organization.
• Participation in projects across power generation, industrial infrastructure, renewable energy, and mission-critical facilities.
• Flexible and hybrid work opportunities, depending on project requirements.
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience and qualifications.

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about power systems engineering, enjoy leading technical initiatives, and want to be part of projects that shape the future of energy and infrastructure, we would love to hear from you.