Staff Electrical Engineer (Power Systems)

Crusoe Energy Systems; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Mental wellness resources

Job summary

Crusoe Energy Systems seeks a Staff Electrical Engineer to lead design, construction, commissioning and long-term operation of power plant facilities across the USA. You will serve as the SME for power generation assets, bridging front-end design and field execution.

The role requires 6+ years in industrial electrical engineering, a PE license in TX or CO, and experience with microgrid controllers and power modeling tools. Travel ~20% and collaboration with operations are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
• 6+ years in industrial electrical engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in TX or CO.
• Experience with microgrid controllers and utility-scale interconnects.
• Experience with power modeling software ETAP or SKM.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-end engineering for capital projects including layout and sizing of power systems.
• Review wiring diagrams, schematics and electrical studies to meet design specs.
• Provide technical guidance during construction and commissioning of power plant assets.
• Troubleshoot electrical failures with Field Operations; perform root-cause analysis.
• Specify and integrate MV/LV switchgear, GIS, GSU transformers and MCCs.
• Apply IEC 61850 standards, GOOSE and MMS protocols; perform protection & control studies.
• Support QA/QC reviews of vendor drawings and deliverables.

Skills

Power systems design

Protection & control

IEC 61850

Generator physics

High-Voltage equipment

ETAP/SKM

Education

BS Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

• Crusoe is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to join our Power Systems organization
• This role is a high-level technical position responsible for the design, construction, commissioning, and long-term operational success of our power plant facilities across the USA
• You will serve as the primary subject matter expert for power generation assets, bridging the gap between front-end design and field execution
• Engineering & Design: Lead front-end engineering for capital projects, including the layout and sizing of power systems. Review one-lines, wiring diagrams, schematics, electrical studies, and control narratives to ensure they meet company design specifications
• QA/QC Oversight: Review vendor drawings, check wiring diagrams against schematics, and ensure all design deliverables from consultants meet project specifications
• Project Execution: Provide technical guidance during the construction and commissioning of power plant assets. Support and provide input to field teams and third-party consultants on complex electrical issues
• Operational Support: Partner with Field Operations to troubleshoot electrical failures, perform root-cause analysis, and optimize existing power infrastructure for maximum uptime
• Technical System Integration: Apply deep technical expertise across power generation assets, including generator physics and operations. Specify and integrate high and medium voltage equipment such as 34.5 kV GIS (Gas Insulated Switchgear) indoor units, GSU (Generator Step-Up) Transformers, and MV/LV Switchgear and MCCs (Motor Control Centers)
• Advanced Controls: Utilize working knowledge of Governor and AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator) controls
• Modern Protocols & Studies: Implement the IEC 61850 standard, including GOOSE & MMS protocols. Conduct Protection & Control coordination studies and fault analysis

Benefits

• Health & wellbeing: Comprehensive health benefits designed to support your overall wellness
• Time away: Paid time off for vacations, family bonding, and unexpected needs
• 401(k) match: Build your financial future with our 401(k) matching program
• Mental wellness: Resources and support for your emotional wellbeing and navigating life’s challenges

Communication Skills: Ability to work effectively with both engineers and operations personnel

Travel: Ability to travel approximately 20% to project sites

Technical Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of generator physics and operations. Proficiency in Protection & Control coordination studies and fault analysis. Knowledge of the IEC 61850 standard

Company Values: Embody the Company values

Education & Experience: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) and a minimum of 6+ years in industrial electrical engineering

Standards & Compliance: Expert working knowledge of NEC application to industrial installations

Experience in implementation and management of Microgrid Controllers

Experience with Simple and Combined Cycle Turbine Generators (10 MW – 600 MW) and Reciprocating Engines (3 MW – 20 MW)

Knowledge of best practices for the synchronization of islanded electrical systems

Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop testing and Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) studies

Professional Engineering (PE) license in Texas or Colorado

Experience with power modeling software (e.g., ETAP or SKM)

Power Generation or Oil & Gas industry experience

Previous experience managing utility-scale interconnects