Lead Electrical Engineer

Jedson Engineering; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jedson Engineering, headquartered in Cincinnati, OH, seeks a senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and specification of power distribution systems. You will partner with our Power Generation team on projects ranging from facility mods to EPC contracts, with some travel to sites.

Demonstrated expertise in PSCAD and ETAP studies for gas generation, renewable energy, and industrial power projects is essential, along with strong communication and client-facing skills.

Qualifications

• Lead design, analysis and specification of power distribution systems.
• Experience with utility-scale generation, substations and interconnections.
• Ability to develop technical recommendations from protection studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis and specification of distribution systems across projects.
• Review PSCAD and ETAP studies for various power generation and BESS projects.
• Coordinate with clients and teams; travel to project sites as needed.
• Ensure compliance with IEEE/IEC and utility standards.

Skills

PSCAD studies

ETAP studies

Protection coordination

Transient overvoltage

Load flow

Short-circuit analysis

Insulation coordination

Arc flash studies

Generator interconnections

Substations design

Power distribution systems

Education

PE license or EIT certification

Tools

PSCAD

ETAP Grid

Job description

Jedson Engineering is an Engineering Consultancy headquartered in Cincinnati, OH. We provide full-service engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCm) services. We are in a significant growth mode and it's an exciting time to be joining our business!

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

As a senior Electrical Engineer, you'll partner closely with our Power Generation team. Lead the design, analysis, and specification of power distribution systems.
Projects range from facility modifications to complex EPC contracts. Some travel to project and construction sites will be required.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and review PSCAD and ETAP studies supporting utility-scale gas generation, renewable generation, battery energy storage (BESS), and industrial power projects.
• Experience developing technical recommendations from transient overvoltage, insulation coordination, system stability, and protection studies during project development, detailed engineering, and commissioning phases.
• Proficiency with PSCAD for electromagnetic transient studies, transient overvoltage analysis, switching surge evaluation, and insulation coordination of medium and high-voltage electrical systems.
• Proficiency with ETAP Grid and Cable Systems modules for load flow, short-circuit, protective relay coordination, transient stability, arc flash, and cable ampacity studies.
• Experience applying power system analysis tools to utility-scale power generation facilities, generator interconnections, substations, and industrial power distribution systems.
• Strong understanding of IEEE, IEC, and utility requirements related to power system performance, protection, and insulation coordination.

The successful candidate should have an entrepreneurial spirit, and be excited by opportunities to add value to our clients with Jedson's engineering expertise. Strong communication skills, collaboration and courage to challenge the status quo are cornerstones of the Jedson Edge.

E xperience with design/installation of distribution equipment, with experience in consulting engineering and construction industry

Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NEC, ANSI, NEMA, NFPA)

Able to handle onsite plant projects with minimal supervision

Well organized with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and operate within budgets and work directly with client engineers and maintenance teams.

15+ years of experience

PE license or EIT certificate with ability to obtain PE license is preferred but not required.