ATS Engineer

SoTalent; Danville (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sotalent in Danville, California is seeking a senior-level Engineering Technical Leader to drive advanced engineering, research, and technology initiatives focused on power systems, grid integration, data centers, DERs, and emerging energy technologies.

The role combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership, project management, and customer engagement to solve complex engineering challenges while shaping the future of utility and energy infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil engineering.
• At least 7 years of professional engineering experience in power systems.
• Proven ability to lead engineering projects and programs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical strategies for data centers, DERs, microgrids, and load management.
• Lead R&D initiatives addressing grid reliability, interconnection, and future infra.
• Perform complex engineering studies, testing programs, and evaluations.
• Mentor engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams.
• Engage with stakeholders and present technical findings.
• Oversee testing, standards, quality, and safety compliance.

Skills

Power systems

Data centers

Grid integration

Leadership

Project management

Technical consulting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location: DANVILLE, California, United States(Hybrid)

Work Setting: Hybrid

Are you passionate about developing innovative energy solutions that enable the future of electric infrastructure, distributed energy resources, and large-scale grid modernization?

We are seeking a senior-level Engineering Technical Leader to drive advanced engineering, research, and technology initiatives focused on power systems, grid integration, data centers, distributed energy resources, and emerging energy technologies. This role combines deep technical expertise, strategic leadership, project management, and customer engagement to solve complex engineering challenges while shaping the future of utility and energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop technical strategies supporting the integration of data centers, distributed energy resources, microgrids, flexible loads, and advanced load-management technologies.
• Assess the impact of emerging energy demands and large-scale electrical loads on transmission and distribution networks.
• Lead research and development initiatives that address grid reliability, resilience, interconnection requirements, and future energy infrastructure challenges.
• Evaluate and deploy innovative technologies that improve system performance, operational efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

Engineering Analysis & Technical Consulting

• Conduct complex engineering studies, testing programs, investigations, and performance assessments across a wide range of electrical and energy-related systems.
• Develop practical solutions to highly complex technical challenges using advanced analytical and engineering methodologies.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to internal and external stakeholders, providing expert guidance on engineering best practices, equipment selection, and technology implementation.
• Lead multidisciplinary evaluations, failure analyses, and technical assessments to support critical business decisions.
• Design and execute engineering test plans, procedures, laboratory programs, field evaluations, and prototype development initiatives.
• Oversee testing activities and ensure engineering standards, quality requirements, and safety protocols are maintained.
• Analyze results, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend solutions based on data-driven findings.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing methods, engineering processes, and operational practices.

Leadership & Project Management

• Lead complex engineering projects and programs from concept through implementation, ensuring successful delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Mentor engineers, technical specialists, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Manage project planning, resource allocation, risk management, stakeholder communication, and technical execution.
• Support proposal development, project scoping, and client engagement activities.

Stakeholder & Industry Engagement

• Build strong relationships with internal business units, customers, regulators, and industry partners.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to audiences ranging from field operations personnel to executive leadership.
• Represent the organization at industry conferences, seminars, technical forums, and professional associations.
• Contribute to industry advancement through thought leadership, technical publications, and participation in emerging technology initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional engineering experience in power systems, utility operations, energy infrastructure, research and development, testing, or technical consulting.
• Demonstrated expertise in solving complex engineering and operational challenges.
• Experience leading engineering projects, multidisciplinary initiatives, or technical programs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with electric utilities, transmission and distribution systems, renewable energy integration, distributed energy resources, or grid modernization programs.
• Expertise in engineering research, technical testing, and technology evaluation methodologies.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance, quality control, and engineering compliance practices.
• Experience working with data center infrastructure, microgrids, distributed generation, and advanced energy systems.
• Proven record of technical leadership, innovation, and industry engagement.