Electrical Engineer III — Power Systems & Grid Reliability

Calpine Corporation; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Calpine Corporation seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer III to support reliable, lower-carbon power generation across its natural gas-fired and geothermal fleet. In this role, you will design, analyze, and optimize plant electrical systems, including high- and medium-voltage equipment, protection schemes, and power distribution.

You will perform power system studies, support capital projects, and troubleshoot complex issues to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize plant electrical systems, including high- and medium-voltage equipment, protection schemes, and power distribution.
• Perform power system studies and support capital projects.
• Troubleshoot complex issues to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams; apply data-driven methods.
• Ensure compliance with codes and environmental standards; contribute to continuous improvement and grid reliability initiatives.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Electrical design

HV/MV equipment

Protection schemes

Data-driven decision making

Job description

Calpine Corporation seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer III to support reliable, lower-carbon power generation across its natural gas-fired and geothermal fleet. In this role, you will design, analyze, and optimize plant electrical systems, including high- and medium-voltage equipment, protection schemes, and power distribution.

You will perform power system studies, support capital projects, and troubleshoot complex issues to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.