Senior Electrical Engineer, Data Center Power Systems Design

VoltaGrid; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

VoltaGrid in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design, analyze, and document electrical systems for microgrids, power distribution, and renewable energy equipment. Some on-site commissioning may be required.

Responsibilities include design/review of MV/LV power generation and microgrid systems; prepare short circuit, arc flash, grounding, load flow studies; perform ETAP transient studies; produce drawings, BOMs, and reports; support other departments.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5-10+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Minimum 2 years MV power generation system design.
• Knowledge of IEEE, NEC, NFPA, API codes and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and review MV/LV power generation and microgrid systems.
• Prepare electrical documentation: short circuit, arc flash.
• Coordinate power system studies: grounding, load flow, harmonics, faults.
• Perform transient studies using ETAP.
• Prepare drawings, area classifications, BOMs and reports.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for electrical systems.
• Provide engineering support to other departments.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP software

Job description

Position Title: SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Location: HOUSTON, TX

FLSA Class: EXEMPT

Responsible to: TEAM LEAD - DATA CENTER DESIGN

Position Summary: This position is primarily responsible for the design, analysis, and documentation of electrical systems for microgrids, power distribution, and renewable energy equipment. Duties can involve some on-site commissioning and troubleshooting work.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Design and review of medium/low voltage electrical power generation, distribution and microgrid systems
• Preparation of electrical documentation including Short Circuit, Arc Flash and
• Coordination, Power System, Grounding, Load Flow, Harmonics, Fault studies, and
• Transient studies using software such as ETAP
• Preparation of other documentation including area classifications, drawings and reports, fugitive emissions studies, single line diagrams, and electrical BOMs as well as reports associated with electrical system studies
• Develop and maintain technical documentation related to electrical systems
• Provide engineering support to other departments as needed

Other Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering 5-10+ years of experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with medium voltage power generation system design (to include distribution line design)
• Thorough knowledge of applications, electrical codes, and standards (IEEE, NEC, NFPA, API, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn new technologies and skills. Willingness to learn and adapt to changing technologies and industry practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Design experience in an EPC environment
• Experience in the installation, operation, or troubleshooting of industrial automation equipment
• Experience with Power Generation Controls and Automation
• Experience with programming Digital Multifunction Relays
• Experience developing relay logic, electrical protection, and coordination schemes
• Experience performing electrical studies with ETAP or similar software

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. #GC