Senior Electrical Power Systems Architect, MV 1–38 kV

Astro Mechanica CORP.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(k) program and stock options

Self‑managed and flexible time‑off

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer focused on power systems development to join our growing team. You will lead the medium‑voltage electrical system architecture for the 13 MW ground power product that turns aircraft engines into on‑site power plants.

This hands‑on role requires setting architecture, conducting studies, specifying equipment, and guiding validation and certification. You will collaborate with mechanical, controls, and manufacturing teams and interface with

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in electrical engineering.
• 10+ years designing, building, testing, and shipping electrical power systems.
• Deep experience with medium-voltage systems (1–38 kV).
• Strong power system analysis skills and proficiency in ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower.
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, IEC, UL, NFPA 70E and certification processes.
• Hands-on field experience commissioning MV equipment and generator control systems.

Responsibilities

• Translate product requirements into electrical specifications, one-line diagrams, schematics, and BOMs.
• Own the electrical architecture and design of the plant including transformers, switchgear, cabling, protection, and grounding.
• Perform and review power system studies—load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, grounding, harmonics, and transient analysis.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, IEC, UL, NFPA 70E, and utility interconnection requirements; own electrical safety and certification for the product.
• Mentor engineers, review designs, and serve as the technical interface to customers, utilities, and suppliers.

Skills

Electrical power systems design

Leadership

Mentoring engineers

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

EasyPower

Job description

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer focused on power systems development to join our growing team. You will lead the medium‑voltage electrical system architecture for the 13 MW ground power product that turns aircraft engines into on‑site power plants.

This hands‑on role requires setting architecture, conducting studies, specifying equipment, and guiding validation and certification. You will collaborate with mechanical, controls, and manufacturing teams and interface with