Engineer

Metric Geo; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead its Power & Utilities practice, focusing on substations, power systems and major infrastructure projects. The role provides technical oversight, guides teams and ensures successful delivery for high-profile clients.

You will work with project managers, designers and clients to develop practical engineering solutions, maintain design quality and drive the growth of the Power & Utilities group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer license is required.
• 15+ years of electrical engineering experience in power systems/substations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across complex power and utility projects.
• Coordinate engineering activities with internal teams and external consultants.
• Develop solutions to design, engineering and construction challenges.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques and analyses to electrical infrastructure.
• Lead quality-control reviews at each design stage.
• Provide technical guidance to clients and project teams.
• Support recruitment and development of engineering staff.

Skills

Technical leadership

Client engagement

Project oversight

Team development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

Electrical modelling software

Job description

Principal Electrical Engineer – Power & Utilities

Location: Remote, with hybrid options available in Philadelphia or Austin

We are partnering with a nationally recognised multidisciplinary engineering consultancy seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join its growing Power and Utilities practice.

This is a senior technical leadership opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer with a strong background in substations, power systems and complex infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will provide technical oversight, guide engineering teams and support the successful delivery of high-profile projects for major clients.

The Opportunity

As Principal Electrical Engineer, you will lead the technical delivery of complex electrical engineering projects and provide subject-matter expertise across the organisation.

You will work closely with project managers, engineers, designers, clients and external consultants to develop practical engineering solutions, maintain design quality and support the continued growth of the Power and Utilities group.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight across complex power and utility projects.
• Coordinate engineering activities with internal teams, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Develop solutions to complex design, engineering and construction challenges.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques and analysis to electrical infrastructure projects.
• Select and utilise appropriate engineering software and modelling tools.
• Perform and review complex electrical calculations, studies and technical deliverables.
• Lead quality-control reviews throughout each stage of project design.
• Provide technical guidance and subject-matter expertise to clients.
• Support the technical and financial success of projects while maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
• Represent the organisation during client meetings, technical presentations and industry conferences.
• Help identify technical staffing requirements in partnership with project management.
• Support the recruitment, development and retention of engineering talent.
• Provide technical direction and informal supervision to engineers, designers and CAD professionals.
• Contribute feedback to employee performance and development reviews.
• Build productive relationships with clients, employees, consultants and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 15 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional Engineer licence is required.
• Strong substation and electrical power-system experience.
• Experience with electrical system studies and modelling.
• Protection and control experience is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technically complex engineering projects.
• Strong communication, client-facing and team-development capabilities.

This opportunity would suit an established technical leader who wants to influence major power and infrastructure projects while helping develop the next generation of engineers.