Senior Engineer, Power Systems & MV Drives (Grid Stability)

weg; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. is seeking an experienced Lead Engineer to provide technical leadership for complex industrial, power generation, and grid stability projects.

Based in Duluth, GA, you will act as the senior technical authority throughout the lifecycle, guiding engineering teams, reviewing specifications, and coordinating with customers and EPCs. You will mentor engineers, resolve complex technical issues, and ensure compliance with standards while supporting project execution from proposal to

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience in rotating equipment, MV drives, power systems, power generation, or grid stability applications.
• Strong knowledge of motors, generators, synchronous condensers, MV VFDs, and related electrical systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting customer-facing technical discussions and project execution activities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, mentor engineers, and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; SAP experience is a plus.
• PE license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership during project pursuit, proposal development, engineering execution, commissioning, and customer support.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for customers, utilities, EPCs, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Review technical specifications, assess project risks, and develop engineering solutions.
• Support MV VFD, motor, generator, and power system integration activities.
• Lead technical reviews, design discussions, FATs, and commissioning activities as required.
• Ensure engineering deliverables comply with applicable industry standards and customer requirements.
• Mentor Project Engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Coordinate and manage specialized external engineering consultants when required.
• Resolve complex technical issues during project execution and startup.

Skills

Rotating equipment

MV drives

Power systems

Leadership

Mentoring engineers

Project management

Customer collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

WEG Electric Corp. is seeking an experienced Lead Engineer to provide technical leadership for complex industrial, power generation, and grid stability projects.

Based in Duluth, GA, you will act as the senior technical authority throughout the lifecycle, guiding engineering teams, reviewing specifications, and coordinating with customers and EPCs. You will mentor engineers, resolve complex technical issues, and ensure compliance with standards while supporting project execution from proposal to