Senior Electrical Power Systems Project Engineer

RMS Energy; Michigan; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Per diem for travel

Job summary

RMS Energy is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer in Michigan to lead design and execution of electrical power system projects, including new installations, upgrades, and retrofits. You will balance hands-on electrical design with project oversight and vendor coordination to meet client requirements.

The role requires 5–10+ years in electrical design or project engineering, familiarity with SKM ETAP or EasyPower, and strong communication with internal teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5–10+ years of relevant experience in electrical design, power systems, or project engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze electrical power systems and equipment for substations, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and circuit breakers.
• Develop detailed electrical specifications, drawings, and control schematics for protective relaying, power distribution, and substation equipment.
• Perform system studies, including short-circuit, coordination, and arc flash hazard analysis using industry-standard software.
• Develop relay settings for electromechanical and microprocessor-based relays.
• Review and approve vendor design packages, drawings, and documentation for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Coordinate across engineering, procurement, and project management to align design deliverables.
• Provide technical support during construction, installation, and commissioning, including site visits.
• Participate in design reviews, client meetings, and technical discussions.
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical design

Power systems

Project management

Vendor coordination

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SKM PowerTools

ETAP

EasyPower

Microsoft Office

Job description

RMS Energy is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Engineer in Michigan to lead design and execution of electrical power system projects, including new installations, upgrades, and retrofits. You will balance hands-on electrical design with project oversight and vendor coordination to meet client requirements.

The role requires 5–10+ years in electrical design or project engineering, familiarity with SKM ETAP or EasyPower, and strong communication with internal teams and external partners.