Principal Engineer

Lower Colorado River Authority; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

The Lower Colorado River Authority is seeking an experienced engineer to lead the engineering strategy for power generation and transmission in the Austin area. This role involves evaluating and executing critical projects while providing vital engineering support within the LCRA service territory.

Qualified candidates will have at least 15 years of engineering experience, including project management. LCRA offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment dedicated to safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of post-Bachelor's engineering experience in relevant specialization.
• Proficient in reporting evaluations and conducting project assessments.
• Ability to navigate complex project landscapes with adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering strategy for power generation and transmission interconnections.
• Evaluate potential projects and deliver concise recommendations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align business objectives.

Skills

Project management

Analytical engineering principles

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field

Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas

Job description

Here’s The Role

Drive the future of energy by leading the engineering strategy for power generation and transmission interconnections in ERCOT, the epicenter of the AI and data center boom! As an expert, you will evaluate and execute critical projects while providing vital engineering support for corporate development with LCRA service territory. Our mission is to improve the lives of Central Texas and our teams are dedicated to service with safety as a top priority!

How You’ll Contribute

• Leverage critical thinking and analytical engineering principles to evaluate potential projects.
• Spearhead various projects ensuring accountability and timely completion of all deliverables.
• Deliver concise reporting evaluations to drive definitive “Go/No-Go” recommendations based on feasibility and strategic alignment.
• Partner with external and internal stakeholders to align strategic business objectives into practical cost‑effective roadmaps.
• Leverage a high level of adaptability and collaborate with a tight‑knit team to drive success in evolving projects.

How You’re Qualified

• Bachelors degree in engineering, engineering technology, engineering physics, biosystems engineering, mathematical science, physical science or related science plus fifteen or more years of post‑Bachelors engineering experience relating to the area of engineering specialization required to perform the job, including project management and providing technical leadership in engineering or other relevant experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas
• Driver’s license

How You’ll Stand Out

• Experience operating a power generator.
• Proficient in entrepreneurial execution of new projects.
• Proficient in analyzing reports and conducting technical evaluations.

How We’ll Support You

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Equal Opportunity Employer

• LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources [phone] or email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.