Lead Engineer (Power Generation) - Memphis

Xai; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXAI is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to design, build, and maintain electrical power systems for new power generation projects. You will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team, ensuring integration with mechanical and controls disciplines, and coordinate with utilities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in electrical projects, with management experience preferred and PE licensure advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years of professional experience on electrical projects.
• 3+ years of management experience.
• PE license.
• Experience with power plant or power generation electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and work with multiple disciplines to design and specify electrical power distribution systems for power generation plants.
• Oversee switchgear, motor control centers, plant and yard lighting, and UPS/standby generators.
• Coordinate electrical installations with local utilities and ensure code compliance.
• Provide engineering support for power plant operation, troubleshooting, and asset integrity.
• Review and analyze power distribution, control schematics, and protection systems.

Education

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Job description

SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands‑on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritisation skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a leading member of the power generation engineering team, you will design, build, and activate technically advanced power plants and generation infrastructure. As a lead engineer, you will lead a team designing, building, and maintaining electrical power systems that directly contribute to new power generation projects. You will be able to operate with autonomy to solve diverse and complex problems, excel at managing multiple projects simultaneously, and work in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. You will work with electrical, mechanical, controls, and other engineering disciplines, trade partners, and internal customers to support these goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a team of engineers and work in a team environment with other engineering disciplines to provide detailed electrical design and specifications for the installation of the following equipment and systems: Electrical power distribution systems for power generation plants.
• Switchgear and motor control centers.
• Plant and yard lighting.
• Power plant control systems and ladder logic.
• Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units.
• Standby, emergency, and black‑start generators.
• Automatic transfer switches.
• Power monitoring hardware and software.
• Plant communications, control network, and wiring.
• Plant and equipment grounding systems.
• Fire alarm systems and lightning protection systems.
• Provide electrical engineering support to power plant technicians and operators to troubleshoot existing electrical equipment and controllers.
• Provide engineering support for the design, operation, and troubleshooting of all power plant electrical components and systems, including: Load flow analysis of electrical power distribution systems.
• Electrical equipment evaluation.
• Plant and equipment grounding.
• Power monitoring hardware and software.
• Ensure that all equipment interfaces properly with other mechanical and electrical systems, including compatibility with plant power budgets.
• Coordinate all electrical installations and maintenance activities with local electrical utilities personnel.
• Ensure all electrical designs and installations conform to applicable codes and regulations.
• Provide code review and analysis utilizing NFPA 70E, NFPA 70 NEC, NFPA 497, NFPA 101, NESC, IEEE, and IBC.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or other engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of professional experience working on electrical projects, power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS's, and/or generators.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of management experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in a similar role.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Experience with power plant or power generation electrical systems.
• Ability to read and understand power and control schematics.
• Ability to read and understand highly technical equipment operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and industrial pumps.
• Experience with controls in MODBUS communication.
• Experience with medium voltage distribution.
• Experience with control panel design and production.
• Working knowledge of power coordination and arc flash.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• High level of self‑motivation, with the ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule workload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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