Senior Electrical Engineer - Grid Modernization & DER Lead

Sotalent; Danville (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sotalent in Danville, California is seeking a senior-level Engineering Technical Leader to drive advanced engineering, research, and technology initiatives focused on power systems, grid integration, data centers, DERs, and emerging energy technologies.

The role combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership, project management, and customer engagement to solve complex engineering challenges while shaping the future of utility and energy infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil engineering.
• At least 7 years of professional engineering experience in power systems.
• Proven ability to lead engineering projects and programs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical strategies for data centers, DERs, microgrids, and load management.
• Lead R&D initiatives addressing grid reliability, interconnection, and future infra.
• Perform complex engineering studies, testing programs, and evaluations.
• Mentor engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams.
• Engage with stakeholders and present technical findings.
• Oversee testing, standards, quality, and safety compliance.

Skills

Power systems

Data centers

Grid integration

Leadership

Project management

Technical consulting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Sotalent in Danville, California is seeking a senior-level Engineering Technical Leader to drive advanced engineering, research, and technology initiatives focused on power systems, grid integration, data centers, DERs, and emerging energy technologies.

The role combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership, project management, and customer engagement to solve complex engineering challenges while shaping the future of utility and energy infrastructure.