Staff Electrical Engineer - Grid Power

Electric Hydrogen; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grant

401(k) match

$75/month cell phone allowance

Competitive medical and dental plans

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Electric Hydrogen is seeking a Staff Power Systems Engineer to drive the design and integration of electrical systems for renewable hydrogen production. This role involves optimizing power systems, conducting complex analyses, and mentoring engineering teams. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, ensuring reliable integration with utility grids while working onsite in San Jose, CA.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $200,000 to $235,000 USD, along with an attractive benefits package including equity grants, a 401(k) match, and extensive insurance options.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience working with electrical power systems.
• Experience designing large industrial power systems within EPC environments.
• Field experience supporting power generation assets including microgrids and renewable energy facilities.

Responsibilities

• Research and optimize electrical power systems and associated control systems.
• Lead electrical installation and system integration design efforts.
• Perform power system studies including load flow and short circuit analyses.

Skills

Electrical power systems design

Power system protection analysis

Utility interconnection design

Large industrial systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Power system modeling software

SCADA systems

Job description

Electric Hydrogen’s mission is to make molecules to decarbonize our world! Our outstanding people are our most important asset and will allow us to deliver hydrogen from renewable electrolysis for heavy industry, at prices below fossil fuels.

We are seeking a Staff Power Systems Engineer to develop connection specifications between Electric Hydrogen's power systems and medium-voltage utility grids. In this role, you will manage all aspects of electrical installation design, including reviewing third-party EPC designs and performing internal design work. You will conduct power systems analyses using modeling and simulation software to evaluate real-world system characteristics, including load flow, short circuit performance, transient stability, harmonic behavior, active linear loads, and other operational characteristics. You will also play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient integration of Electric Hydrogen systems into utility and industrial power networks.

You will work onsite in San Jose, CA and report to the Director, Power Platform.

Primary Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and optimize electrical power systems, components, equipment, networks, and associated control systems
• Lead electrical installation and system integration design efforts, including utility interconnection, medium-voltage AC collection systems, high-current rectifier DC bussing, and microgrid architectures
• Review and manage third-party EPC electrical designs while performing internal engineering and design activities
• Perform power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, harmonic load flow, and frequency scan analyses
• Select electrical components and equipment based on engineering specifications, performance requirements, and system needs
• Analyze operating data and system performance to validate designs and identify opportunities for optimization
• Develop innovative methodologies for the control and integration of diverse energy resources and electrical loads
• Apply risk analysis techniques to evaluate power system failure modes and develop mitigation strategies to improve system reliability and safety
• Evaluate electrical safety risks and mitigation measures in operations and maintenance environments, including short circuit performance, low-voltage and medium-voltage coordination, and arc flash hazards
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to other engineers on medium-sized and complex engineering projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, external partners, and utility stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and grid integration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 10+ years of professional experience working with electrical power systems
• Experience designing large industrial power systems within EPC environments, including petrochemical, oil and gas, renewable energy, or power generation projects
• Experience with utility interconnection design and medium-voltage power distribution systems
• Strong knowledge of power system protection analysis and implementation
• Experience with medium-voltage systems, substation design, and SCADA systems
• Field experience supporting power generation assets, including microgrids, energy storage systems, engines, turbines, renewable energy facilities, and utility distribution systems
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Demonstrated ability to independently execute complex engineering analyses and lead projects with minimal supervision
• Experience using power system modeling and simulation software to evaluate system performance and operational characteristics

Compensation and Benefits

San Jose Zone: $200,000 — $235,000 USD

Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job-related skills, as well as relevant education or training and experience.

Base salary is just one part of Electric Hydrogen’s total rewards package. In addition to the base salary offered, the hired applicant may receive:

• an equity grant
• time off programs
• a $75/month cell phone allowance
• a 4% employer 401(k) match
• access to competitive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term & long-term disability plans
• a discretionary bonus

Electric Hydrogen’s benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

Electric Hydrogen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for all to belong. We are aware that people from historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We are actively working on efforts to change this social norm.