Principal Electrical Engineer - Power Plant

Stanleygroup; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Stock ownership

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Stanley Consultants in Austin, TX is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead design of power plant sites, microgrids, and campus infrastructure with medium and low voltage systems.

The role requires PE registration, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency with ETAP or SKM. Occasional field visits and budget/schedule management are expected. Hybrid or remote work options available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Registration.
• 10+ years of relevant electrical design experience.
• Experience with military bases, central plants, and campus infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout of power plant sites, microgrids, and power distribution with medium and low voltage systems; computer modeling/analysis of electrical systems.
• Design of schematic and wiring diagrams; preparation of equipment and system specifications.
• Prepare reports; determine code requirements; perform and review design computations.
• Coordinate technical efforts within discipline areas as necessary.
• Manage a design budget and schedule.
• Proficient in developing engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform and check engineering calculations.
• Size, select, and specify electrical equipment and coordinate information with vendors.
• Perform project field site visits.

Skills

Design experience

Electrical systems

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Job Title: Principal Electrical Engineer

Location: Any major office or Remote

Job Type: Hybrid or Remote

Requisition ID: 11141

Responsibilities

• Design and layout of any / all of the following: power plant site, microgrids and power distribution with medium and low voltage systems, switchgear and motor control centers; computer modeling/analysis of electrical systems; convenience power, lighting systems, grounding, and lightning protection systems.
• Design of schematic and wiring diagrams; preparation of specifications for equipment and systems.
• Report preparation; determining code requirements; and performing and reviewing design computations.
• Coordinate technical efforts within discipline areas as necessary.
• Manage a design budget and schedule.
• Proficient developing engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform and check engineering calculations.
• Sizing, selecting, and specifying electrical equipment and coordinating information with vendors.
• Perform project field site visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) Registration
• 10+ Years of relevant electrical design experience
• Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, or similar electrical modeling software
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to collaborate
• Self‑motivated and adaptable to evolving client, project and industry needs
• Design experience with military bases, central plants, and campus infrastructure

Benefits

• Member‑Owned
• Paid Time Away including generous paid holidays, paid time off, parental leave, and professional development leave
• Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, and wellness resources
• Financial Health benefits such as life, short- and long-term disability insurance, and identity theft protection
• Professional Growth opportunities including tuition assistance and professional society membership
• Financial Rewards featuring company stock ownership, 401(k) match, incentive compensation, and profit‑sharing contributions to retirement plans

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stanley Consultants is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. The contractor will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees or applicants who have access to compensation information must not disclose such information except as authorized by law or an employer investigation. For further details, see 41 CFR and applicable statutes.