Power Systems Engineer

e2Companies; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO & sick time

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Equity participation

8 federal holidays + eHappy Days

Childcare assistance

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

e2Companies is seeking a Power System Engineer to support the design, interconnection, and implementation of its proprietary generation system. You will contribute to single-line diagrams, construction documents, and commissioning under senior guidance.

Reporting to the VP of Power Systems, you will collaborate with R&D to test distributed generation and battery storage solutions, while building depth on high-stakes systems on a fast-growing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of power system design experience for products or projects.
• Protective relay knowledge and protection schemes.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and electrical documentation practices.
• Automation control and monitoring network design and configuration.
• PLC configuration and programming, preferably Allen-Bradley.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills with clear communication.
• High integrity and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Design interconnection and implementation of the proprietary generation system.
• Prepare single-line diagrams, construction documents, and commissioning plans.
• Oversee interconnection applications from submission to completion.
• Collaborate with R&D to test and validate distributed generation and microgrid solutions.
• Develop, document, and execute commissioning test plans and reports.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams for designs and site activities.

Skills

Power systems design

AutoCAD

PLC programming

Allen-Bradley

Control networks

Documentation

Team communication

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

e2Companies ® is the creator of the industry’s first Virtual Utility® and a leading provider of integrated solutions for power generation and distribution of reliable, conditioned power. We are committed to delivering energy resiliency, reliability, and regulatory compliance for our customers to unlock savings and revenue opportunities. We provide the most complete business model for data center, manufacturing, commercial, and industrial customers.

e2Companies ® is a recipient of the 2026 Edison Awards, recognized for the innovation and impact of its Virtual Utility® technology within critical infrastructure. The company was also awarded the 2025 Tech Catalyst of the Year for Southwest Florida, highlighting its leadership in enabling businesses to monitor and manage on-site power solutions. In addition, e2Companies has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Southwest Florida by the Best Companies Group. We are a fast-growing company that thrives on solving complex challenges in the energy space. We believe in a healthy work life balance and focus on giving back to our communities through our e2 For Good program.

JOB PURPOSE

Every system e2Companies energizes starts as a design that has to perform on a live customer site and clear the interconnection requirements between drawing set and energized system. As a Power System Engineer within our Power Systems department, you will support the design, interconnection, and implementation of our proprietary generation system, contributing to single-line diagrams, construction documents, and commissioning under the direction of senior engineering. Reporting to the VP of Power Systems, you will support the department's project load while cross collaborating with R&D to test, refine, and prove out distributed generation, battery storage, and microgrid solutions before they reach the field. It is a role for an engineer who wants to build real depth on high-stakes systems while working alongside the people who set the technical bar.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adaptability to prioritize and manage daily tasks in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Oversee utility interconnection applications from submission to project completion.
• Design integrated solutions using battery storage and microgrid systems, including controls and electrical infrastructure.
• Collaborate with the R&D team to test, document, and demonstrate solutions for clients, including hands-on equipment assembly and disassembly.
• Coordinate construction requisitions, approvals, site visits, and final designs with internal and external engineering teams.
• Research advanced electrical switchgear, automation, generator paralleling, and transfer solutions.
• Help define project scope and deliverables aligned with company goals.
• Plan and test prototypes to ensure they meet project objectives.
• Develop and document detailed commissioning test plans and reports.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders to support project initiatives.
• Support failure analysis, identify design improvements, and document reliability trends.
• Create and review single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, site layouts, and construction documents for utility connections and permits.
• Review shop drawings and designs for switchgear, transformers, reclosers, and other electrical equipment.
• Quickly learn new software and technologies.
• Follow instructions, work well in a team, and maintain attention to detail.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (MUST-HAVE)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems or power electronics.
• 5+ years of experience in power system design for product or project development.
• Protective relay knowledge.
• Proven proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Automation control and monitoring network design and configuration.
• PLC configuration and programing, preference for Allen Bradley platform.
• Comfort using common software applications for routine tasks.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• High integrity and ethical standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE-TO-HAVE)

• 2+ years of field service experience (e.g., military, industrial, commercial, utility, or mission-critical environments).
• Experience integrating battery storage or microgrid solutions into complex electrical systems.
• Familiarity with distribution design software, National Electric Safety Code, and industry best practices.
• Knowledge of International Building Code, International Fire Code,UL 891 and/or UL1558 or other relevant industry standards.
• Understanding of medium-voltage distribution and transmission systems.

WHO YOU ARE

• You do the work carefully and follow through, and senior engineers trust what you hand back.
• You want to learn the hard parts of power systems from people who have done it, not just read about it.
• You move easily between a drawing set, a shop floor, and a customer site without losing the thread.
• You take pride in work that is code-compliant, well-documented, and defensible under review.
• You ask good questions and know when to pull in a more senior set of eyes.
• You are energized by building something new on a team that is scaling fast and solving hard problems in real time.

HERE'S WHAT YOU GET

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and impact
• PTO and paid sick time to support work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Equity participation through the Employee Incentive Program
• 8 Paid Federal Holidays + "eHappy Days" (additional company-paid days off, announced at the start of each year)
• Childcare assistance up to $300 per month
• The opportunity to grow with a rapidly scaling energy and infrastructure company
• A performance-driven, team-oriented culture with regular events and e2 for Good community initiatives

e2Companies LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.