Power Systems Engineer 2/3

0903 SP - Propulsion Systems; United States; On-site; USD 79,300 - 147,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Educational assistance

Life insurance

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Employee discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Power Systems Engineer at the Magna, Utah site (Level 2 or 3). You will design low- and medium-voltage power systems, develop control philosophies, and create detailed electrical drawings for industrial process equipment used in solid propulsion motor manufacturing.

The role requires working knowledge of PLCs (Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell), field‑work capability, and experience with AutoCAD drafting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field; experience in industrial facility or electrical design is expected.
• Experience designing low- and medium-voltage power systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings required.

Responsibilities

• Work on multi-disciplinary projects for power system design, control systems, and machine safety for propellant manufacturing equipment.
• Design and specify low- and medium-voltage distribution systems, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, panels, UPSs, and backup generators.
• Develop control philosophies, P&IDs, and electrical control systems using PLCs and controllers.
• Create electrical drawings including P&IDs, one-line diagrams, schematics, and panel layouts.
• Program servo drives and VFDs for motor control applications.
• Oversee installation, startup and commissioning with internal teams and external contractors.
• Manage projects from conception to completion with budgets and schedules.

Skills

Power system design

PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell)

Electrical drawings

Field work

AutoCAD drafting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Power Systems Engineer – Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Power Systems Engineer (Level2 or3) to join our team at the Bacchus facility in Magna, Utah.

Relocation assistance may be available. Travel: Yes, 10% of the time. Clearance required for start: No. Clearance type: None.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi‑disciplined project team on comprehensive power system design, control systems, and machine safety for industrial process equipment used in the manufacturing of solid propulsion rocket motors.
• Design and specify low‑ and medium‑voltage power distribution systems, including transformers, switchgear, MCCs, power distribution panels, high‑resistance grounding, UPSs, and backup generators.
• Develop control philosophies, P&IDs, and electrical control systems using Allen‑Bradley PLCs and Schneider SmartX controllers.
• Create electrical drawings: P&IDs, one‑line diagrams, schematics, panel arrangements, BOMs, device layouts, power and control distribution, loop diagrams, panel schedules, conduit layouts, and grounding plans.
• Program servo drives and variable‑frequency drives for motor control applications.
• Design support systems such as fire detection, camera & audio surveillance, lightning & grounding protection, and Ethernet & fiber communication systems.
• Oversee installation, startup, and commissioning of newly designed systems with internal teams and external contractors.
• Manage projects from conception to completion, including mechanical, civil, and other craft oversight, budget, and schedule control.
• Provide detailed cost estimates and develop electrical maintenance guidelines.
• Work in field environments, including climbing ladders, outdoor work, and confined spaces.

Basic Qualifications – Level2

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 2years of industrial facility or electrical design engineering experience, or 0years with a Master’s degree.
• Experience designing low‑ and medium‑voltage power systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, including Allen‑Bradley and Rockwell software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Field‑work capability (climbing ladders, working outdoors, confined spaces).

Basic Qualifications – Level3

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 5years of industrial facility or electrical design experience, or 3years of related experience with a Master’s degree.
• Experience designing low‑ and medium‑voltage power systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, including Allen‑Bradley and Rockwell software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Field‑work capability (climbing ladders, working outdoors, confined spaces).

Preferred Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering.
• Power system design experience.
• Industrial control design experience.
• Strong communication skills.
• AutoCAD drafting ability.
• PLC systems and programming experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Educational assistance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs and work/life solutions
• Paid time off
• Health and wellness resources
• Employee discounts

Compensation

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300–$118,900. Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400–$147,600. Base salary is determined by role scope, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may apply.

Work Schedule

Standard schedule is 9/80 or 4/10. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine‑hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off; the 4/10 schedule has ten‑hour days Monday through Thursday.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.