Electrical Systems Engineer, power and control systems

Zenovo; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Competitive compensation with equity

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Zenovo is seeking a Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to lead megawatt-scale electrical power and control systems for industrial energy solutions. You will develop modelling and validation methods, manage contractors, and work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective designs.

You will mentor junior engineers, support site installation and commissioning, and ensure deliverables meet technical specs, quality standards, and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• PE licence in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Minimum seven years of electrical system design experience.
• Experience with medium-voltage 10 kV+ systems and switchgear.
• Experience leading engineers and coordinating contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead megawatt-scale electrical power system design and control systems.
• Develop electrical analysis, modelling, and validation methodologies.
• Manage external contractors for electrical and control system work.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, reliable solutions.
• Perform site electrical assessments and tailor solutions for projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.
• Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting on site.
• Ensure deliverables meet specs, quality, cost, and schedule.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering

PE licence in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD drafting

ETAP / power system analysis

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Role: Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

About the Opportunity

An innovative and fast-growing clean-energy technology business is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to support the development and deployment of next-generation industrial energy solutions.

The business is focused on advancing technologies that enable industrial facilities to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels, improve energy efficiency, and transition towards more sustainable operations.

Through the development of advanced electrical and thermal energy systems, the organisation aims to address some of the most challenging engineering requirements associated with industrial decarbonisation.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically ambitious business at an exciting stage of growth, contributing to the design and delivery of large-scale electrical systems with the potential for significant environmental and industrial impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of megawatt-scale electrical power systems and associated control systems for current and future products.
• Develop electrical analysis, modelling, and simulation methodologies to support system design, performance assessment, and validation.
• Manage and review the work of external contractors involved in electrical and control system design, fabrication, and installation.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver safe, reliable, efficient, and cost-effective technical solutions.
• Undertake site-specific electrical assessments and develop tailored engineering solutions to support customer projects.
• Research emerging technologies, engineering tools, and industry best practices to support continuous improvement.
• Provide technical leadership, including the recruitment, development, training, and mentoring of junior engineers.
• Support on-site installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities as required.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet technical specifications, quality standards, cost objectives, and project deadlines.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• At least seven years of experience in electrical system design, development, and deployment.
• A minimum of three years' experience designing, evaluating, and implementing medium-voltage electrical power systems operating at 10 kV or above, including switchgear and medium-voltage drives.
• At least three years' experience producing electrical engineering drawings and documentation, including wiring diagrams, three-line diagrams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to develop practical solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive, collaborative, and adaptable approach, with the confidence to challenge assumptions and recommend improvements.
• The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining focus on project scope, quality, and delivery schedules.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) licence in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience designing and developing power electronic equipment and associated control systems from concept through to deployment.
• Background in industrial power systems, energy storage, electrification, or other advanced energy technologies.
• Experience providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and managing external engineering contractors.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive compensation package, including equity participation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer match.
• Twelve weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional two weeks for birthing parents.
• Twenty days of flexible annual vacation.
• At least ten paid company holidays each year.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• The opportunity to work on innovative engineering projects within a growing clean-energy technology business.

We cannot offer sponsorship.