Job Description

Job Description

Principal Electrical Engineer (Fully Remote)

Overview:

A leading engineering and energy solutions organization is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to support complex power systems projects across utility, renewable, and industrial environments. This is a fully remote opportunity offering high-impact technical leadership and involvement in large-scale infrastructure initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Lead electrical engineering design and analysis for power systems, including transmission, distribution, and generation assets
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• Perform system studies such as load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and stability analysis
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• Provide technical oversight on interconnection studies and grid integration for renewable energy projects
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• Support compliance with industry standards including NERC and FERC requirements
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• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project management, operations, and regulatory stakeholders
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• Review and approve engineering deliverables, drawings, and technical specifications
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• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across projects
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• Interface with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and regulatory bodies as needed
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Qualifications:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
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• 10+ years of experience in power systems engineering
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• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred
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• Experience with power system modeling tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PowerWorld)
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• Strong knowledge of transmission systems, substations, and grid interconnection
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• Familiarity with NERC compliance and FERC regulatory frameworks
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• Experience working with utilities, developers, or EPC firms
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Preferred Experience:

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• Renewable energy (solar, wind, BESS) project experience
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• Interconnection and ISO/RTO market knowledge (PJM, ERCOT, CAISO, MISO, etc.)
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• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or mission-critical facilities
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Compensation & Benefits:

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• Competitive base salary + bonus structure
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• Fully remote flexibility
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• Comprehensive benefits package
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• Opportunity to work on high-visibility, large-scale energy projects
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