Lead Electrical Engineer — Utility-Scale Power & EPC

Randstad USA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

AD&D

Life insurance offerings

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Randstad USA in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead dynamic energy infrastructure projects. You will oversee project execution, drive project controls, and deliver EPC solutions for utility-scale power generation.

This role requires a PE license, strong client-facing skills, and relocation assistance. You will mentor a team, ensure budget and schedule adherence, and serve as the primary interface with project managers and stakeholders in a permanent, on-site capacity.

Qualifications

• PE license required.
• Minimum 12 years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Permanent position in Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor an engineering team of 15 while driving technical excellence across large-scale generator and power projects.
• Direct EPC execution phases, integrating robust project controls to ensure budget, schedule, and design compliance.
• Serve as the primary client interface, collaborating directly with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee calculations, structural deliverables, and major equipment procurement while providing technical support during startup.

Skills

Electrical

Professional Engineer

Electrical Engineering

Manager

EPC

Larger scale Generators

Combined Cycle Power Systems

System Design and Analysis

System Integration

Lifecycle and Field Support

Utility and Owner Compliance

EPC Execution

Education

Bachelor's

Job description

Randstad USA in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead dynamic energy infrastructure projects. You will oversee project execution, drive project controls, and deliver EPC solutions for utility-scale power generation.

This role requires a PE license, strong client-facing skills, and relocation assistance. You will mentor a team, ensure budget and schedule adherence, and serve as the primary interface with project managers and stakeholders in a permanent, on-site capacity.