Electrical Engineer III

Calpine Corporation; Cobb (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Calpine Corporation seeks an Electrical Engineer III to support the reliability, safety, and efficiency of its power plants. You will design, analyze, and optimize plant electrical systems, including high- and medium-voltage equipment, protection schemes, and controls.

You will perform power systems studies, troubleshoot complex issues, and lead improvements that enhance grid reliability and support cleaner energy goals.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize plant electrical systems.
• Work with high- and medium-voltage equipment, protection schemes, and controls.
• Perform power systems studies and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Lead upgrades, commissioning, and compliance with standards (NERC, NEC, IEEE).

Job description

Calpine Corporation seeks an Electrical Engineer III to support the reliability, safety, and efficiency of its natural gas-fired and geothermal power plants. In this role, you will design, analyze, and optimize plant electrical systems, including high- and medium-voltage equipment, protection schemes, and controls. You will perform power systems studies, troubleshoot complex issues, and lead improvements that enhance grid reliability and support cleaner energy goals. Working closely with operations, maintenance, and project teams, you’ll support upgrades, commissioning, and compliance with NERC, NEC, IEEE, and company safety standards. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to large-scale generation assets and sustainability initiatives within a culture that values integrity, data-driven decisions, teamwork, and continuous improvement.