Senior Electrical Engineer (Part-time Consultant)

Net Power; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Net Power is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer Consultant to integrate our novel power-generation process with industry-standard electrical solutions. You will work on plant-wide electrical design, high-power equipment, and interconnect studies with partner teams.

The role starts as a part-time contract up to 20 hours per week, with hybrid, remote or on-site options in Houston, TX. Travel to the Houston office may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (ABET preferred).
• 7+ years in plant electrical systems design, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with high‑power/high‑voltage equipment and control systems.
• Proficiency in one‑line design and electrical schematics using CAD.
• Experience with ETAP or SKM PowerTools for analysis.
• Familiarity with NEC, NEMA, NERC, IEEE, ATEX, CE, CSA, ANSI.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Power industry or natural gas combined cycle plant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate, review and comment on electrical design work led by engineering partner.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics for plant electrical systems (one‑line, distribution, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, generators).
• Collaborate to specify, procure, and commission high‑power/high‑voltage equipment.
• Participate in HAZOP and design reviews to mitigate electrical hazards.
• Design and implement electrical power and control systems for process automation and safety.
• Model and simulate electrical systems using ETAP or SKM PowerTools.
• Provide guidance on electrical engineering principles to support development.
• Review requirements and support interconnect studies for grid interconnection.
• Interface with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance.
• Promote safety, quality and knowledge sharing within the project team.

Skills

Electrical design

HV systems

System integration

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

CAD software

ETAP

SKM PowerTools

HMI/SCADA basics

Job description

About Net Power

Net Power is an energy technology and project development company focused on the development of natural gas power generation projects to meet growing demand for reliable power. Our near-term development activities are focused on delivering natural gas power generation, with equipment designed to accommodate carbon capture in later phases.

Our vision is to make natural gas the lowest cost form of clean firm power.

Our impact is transformational - Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we aspire to improve the communities where we work and we’re committed to pioneering advancements that redefine the energy landscape, ensuring a better future for generations to come.

Job Overview

Net Power is looking for a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer Consultant. This individual will play a crucial role in integrating our novel power-generation process with industry-standard electrical solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in plant wide electrical system one-line design, high-power, high-voltage motors, VFDs, transformers, generators, and electrical control systems and modeling. This individual will also have experience in supporting interconnect studies, developing and refining governor control models in collaboration with internal and external parties. They will work closely with our partners and contractors, utilizing a system engineering approach to ensure Net Power’s overall product requirements are met at each electrical interface, and drive Net Power’s ongoing innovation to deploy flexible, clean, baseload power generation.

This position will start as a part-time contract working up to 20 hours per week, payrolled through an agency and the potential to transition from part-time to direct hire. The positioncan be hybrid, remote or on site at our Houston, TX office located in the energy corridor. If remote, the consultant must be open to traveling to our office in Houston, TX or to other meeting locations when necessary.

Electrical Design

• Primary responsibility is participating, reviewing and commenting on the electrical design work that is being led by our engineering partner.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics for plant electrical systems including one-line, power distribution, motor control centers, switchgear, transformers, and generator in line with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to specify, procure, and commission high-power and high-voltage equipment such as motors, wiring, and transformers at Net Power’s projects and its demonstration facility.
• Participate in HAZOP and design reviews to identify and mitigate electrical hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities.

Provide Project Support

• Design and implement electrical power and control systems for process automation and safety, utilizing industry-standard protocols and technologies.
• Conduct modeling and simulation of electrical systems using software tools such as ETAP or SKM PowerTools to analyze system performance, reliability, and safety.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical engineering principles, practices, and standards to support project development and execution.
• Review requirements and support interconnect studies to assess the impact of connecting Net Power facilities to the grid, including evaluating grid stability, power quality, reliability, and governor model development and refinement.
• Interface with regulatory agencies and third-party consultants to ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the project team, promoting best practices, lessons learned, and knowledge sharing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Master's degree or equivalent experience is preferred. (Degree from an ABET accredited university).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on plant electrical systems design, maintenance, and troubleshooting, high-power and high-voltage equipment, and control systems. Field experience is necessary.
• Power industry or natural gas combined cycle plant experience preferred.
• Proficiency in one-line design and electrical schematics using CAD software.
• Extensive knowledge of high-power motors, VFDs, transformers, generators, and electrical control systems, including design, specification, and integration.
• Familiarity with electrical testing, such as voltage and power quality testing.
• Experience with modeling and simulation software tools such as ETAP or SKM PowerTools for electrical system analysis.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations governing electrical design, installation, and operation, such as NEC, NEMA, NERC, IEEE, ATEX, CE, CSA, and ANSI.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex electrical systems and identify practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering electrical engineering projects on time and within budget.

Additional Requirements

Candidates must be able to perform essential functions as outlined above, including but not limited to:

• Operate at a computer and sit for long periods of time.
• Repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, or fingers.

Net Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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