Electrical Operations Engineer - 24/7 Geothermal Plant

Fervo Energy

Houston, Milford, Salt Lake City (TX, UT, UT)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plan

Employer-paid basic life insurance and

Disability coverage

401(k) with up to 6% match

Flexible paid time off

Parental leave

Lifestyle Spending Account

Stock purchase program and bonus odds

Job summary

Fervo Energy is seeking an Electrical Operations Engineer to serve as the technical authority for Cape Station's electrical systems. The role focuses on reliability, protection, control, interconnection, and safety programs while coordinating with operations, maintenance, and EHS to keep a 24/7 geothermal facility running safely and at full output.

Based in a hybrid setting with potential Houston, TX or Milford, UT corridor work, you will lead improvements, maintain documentation, and drive

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; related disciplines considered.
5+ years of experience in electrical engineering roles at operating industrial, power generation, or utility facilities; operational experience is required.
Hands-on experience with MV/HV electrical systems, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, and associated protection and control equipment.
Working knowledge of relay protection principles and experience managing protection settings and coordination studies.
Demonstrated experience owning or significantly contributing to an electrical safety program, including NFPA 70E compliance, arc flash analysis, and energized work permitting.
Experience developing and executing small capital projects, including scoping, cost estimation, and contractor management.
Strong technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to produce clear engineering documents and present findings to leadership and external stakeholders.
High ownership mindset with the ability to manage multiple workstreams independently in a fast-moving, resource-constrained environment.

Responsibilities

Electrical System Ownership and Reliability: Serve as the site technical authority for MV/HV distribution, ORC generator step-up transformers, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and auxiliary power systems. Monitor electrical system performance and develop data-driven reliability improvement programs targeting availability, efficiency, and power quality. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and after-action reviews (AARs) for electrical failures, outages, and near-misses, and track corrective actions to closure. Work with maintenance to prioritize reliability upgrades, define preventive maintenance strategies, and develop maintenance procedures for critical electrical assets. Maintain accurate as-built single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and equipment documentation.
Protection, Control and Interconnection: Own the site protection and control philosophy, including relay coordination, settings management, and protection scheme documentation for generation and distribution systems. Manage and maintain the grid interconnection agreement and SCADA/metering systems in coordination with the transmission owner and off-taker. Support commissioning, testing, and acceptance of new generation units, including relay testing, functional verification, and interconnection requirements. Serve as the primary technical interface with the utility, ISO, and off-takers on electrical and interconnection matters.
Electrical Safety Program: Own and continuously improve the site electrical safety program in compliance with NFPA 70E, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269, and applicable NEC and IEEE requirements. Maintain arc flash hazard analysis and labeling, and ensure equipment is appropriately rated and labeled for operational conditions. Develop, maintain, and enforce energized electrical work permitting, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and electrical safe work practices. Provide electrical safety training and technical mentorship to operations and maintenance personnel.
Small Capital Project Development and Execution: Identify, scope, and develop small capital electrical improvement projects from concept through commissioning and handover. Prepare AFEs, project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules for management approval. Manage vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders through project execution, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. Apply a design philosophy of safety, simplicity, and rapid deployment, optimizing for speed-to-power-production without sacrificing integrity.
Engineering Standards and Documentation: Own and maintain the site electrical design basis, equipment specifications, and engineering standards. Support and review electrical scope within the MOC program, ensuring changes to electrical systems are properly evaluated and documented. Provide technical input during electrical equipment procurement, and review contractor and vendor electrical deliverables. Support PSSR activities for new electrical systems and modifications prior to energization.
Safety and Culture: Model and reinforce a safety-first culture across all engineering and field electrical activities. Actively participate in safety observations, incident investigations, and corrective action tracking, and champion proactive hazard identification and risk reduction in all electrical work planning.