Electrical Power Engineer

Fervo Energy; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plan

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Fervo Energy in Houston, TX, is seeking an Electrical Power Engineer to support the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical power systems across geothermal development projects, including transmission, distribution, substations, interconnections, and renewable integration.

You will collaborate with internal engineering teams, consultants, vendors, and construction partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with NEC/NESC and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles, power systems, and engineering design practices.
• Working knowledge of NEC and NESC.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering, technical, and financial analyses for electrical power projects.
• Conduct power system planning and operational studies incl. reliability and economic dispatch.
• Perform load flow, short circuit, arc flash, protection coordination, and transient studies.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Fervo Energy (NASDAQ: FRVO) is a modern power company developing next-generation geothermal resources to meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable, 24/7 carbon-free energy. Our mission is to transform geothermal into America’s most dependable and affordable source of clean, around-the-clock power. By combining innovations in horizontal drilling, fiber-optic sensing, and advanced reservoir engineering, Fervo has developed a repeatable approach to building utility-scale enhanced geothermal systems. Our flagship Cape Station development in Utah is planned to deliver 500 MW of firm, carbon-free power, and we are advancing a development pipeline of more than 50 GW. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, geoscientists, operators, project builders, and business leaders working to make geothermal a cornerstone of a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future.

Position Description

The Electrical Power Engineer will play a key role on Fervo’s Power Delivery Team, supporting the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical power systems across geothermal development projects. This role will contribute to a wide variety of power delivery initiatives, including transmission systems, distribution networks, substations, interconnections, and renewable energy integration. Working closely with internal engineering teams, consultants, vendors, and construction partners, the Electrical Power Engineer will help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

Power System Analysis & Engineering

Perform engineering, technical, and financial analyses for a variety of electrical power projects.

Conduct power system planning and operational studies, including reliability assessments and economic dispatch evaluations.

Perform load flow, short circuit, arc flash, protection coordination, transient stability, and switching transient studies using power system modeling software.

Project Design & Technical Execution

Support the electrical design and execution of transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable energy integration projects.

Review and approve electrical equipment specification sheets prior to procurement.

Ensure assigned projects comply with company standards and applicable industry codes and regulations, including NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, NFPA, API, and NEMA.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Project Support

Interface with engineering consultants, plant personnel, E&I vendors, construction contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout all phases of project execution.

Provide electrical engineering support on multidisciplinary capital projects.

Communicate site preferences, approved manufacturers, and technical requirements to engineering contractors during project development.

Take ownership of assigned electrical work packages and monitor engineering contractor progress to maintain project schedules.

Provide timely technical feedback on engineering deliverables, estimates, and project milestones.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles, power systems, and engineering design practices.

Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).

Familiarity with electrical analysis software such as ETAP or SKM.

Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills with demonstrated critical thinking ability.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong attention to detail, organization, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

Internship, consulting, utility, or industry experience related to electrical power systems.

Experience designing transmission, distribution, or substation systems.

Experience with renewable energy integration, power generation, or coal-fired power plant retirement studies.

Knowledge of applicable electrical industry standards, codes, and regulations.

Location

Fervo Energy is headquartered in Houston, TX, with growing offices in Oakland, CA, Golden, CO, Reno, NV, and Salt Lake City, UT. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, with regular in-office presence required at a Fervo office location.

• Fervo offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible employees include:
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
• A 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match
• Flexible paid time off and paid parental leave
• Family-building, fertility, hormonal health, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting support through Carrot
• A dependent care FSA for eligible child and elder care expenses
• An annual Lifestyle Spending Account for eligible wellness expenses, including fitness, financial planning, pet insurance, and pet care
• Employee ownership opportunities through Fervo’s Employee Stock Purchase Program, as well as stock option grants and bonus opportunities for eligible roles

Benefits and programs are subject to eligibility requirements and may change.

Our Workplace

Fervo Energy highly values having employees work in the office to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. This role follows a hybrid schedule, with team members expected to work in the office three days per week. Fervo considers this in-office schedule an essential function of the role. Your recruiter can share more information about the schedule.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fervo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law. Fervo also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that an individual has any of these characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of these characteristics.

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As set forth in Fervo Energy’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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