Electrical Engineer - Generator Systems (GenSet)

Job Description

Job Description

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.

 

We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.

 

GTI Values: Safey I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility 

Position Overview

GTI is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design generator electrical systems including power distribution, generator controls, and paralleling switchgear. This role is responsible for developing electrical system architectures, schematic packages, protection strategies, and control interfaces supporting modular generator power systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience designing industrial power systems involving generators, electrical distribution equipment, protection systems, and control interfaces within production-driven engineering and manufacturing environments.

 

Key Responsibilities

Electrical System Design & Architecture

• Design electrical systems supporting modular generator power platforms

• Develop single line diagrams, wiring schematics, electrical layouts, and cable schedules

• Design electrical distribution systems supporting generator integration and power delivery

• Integrate generators with switchgear, transfer switches, protection systems, and auxiliary electrical equipment

• Support generator synchronization and load sharing systems for parallel generator operation

• Develop grounding strategies, protection coordination approaches, and system isolation methods

Controls, Monitoring & Integration

• Design monitoring and control systems supporting generator operation and system functionality

• Support integration of generator control systems, paralleling controls, and power management interfaces

• Coordinate electrical design activities with mechanical packaging, enclosure layouts, cooling systems, and equipment integration requirements

• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Integration teams throughout design and production activities

Testing, Commissioning & Production Support

• Support commissioning, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and troubleshooting of generator power systems

• Assist with system validation, operational testing, and startup support activities

• Support identification and resolution of electrical integration or production-related issues during manufacturing and testing

• Participate in design reviews, prototype builds, and production launch activities

Documentation & Engineering Support

• Develop production-ready electrical documentation supporting modular generator manufacturing and integration

• Maintain engineering documentation including schematic packages, drawing revisions, BOM support, and manufacturing documentation

• Support standardization of electrical architectures and design practices across generator product platforms

• Ensure documentation accuracy and alignment with manufacturing and field installation requirements

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in power systems or generator electrical design
• Experience with electrical distribution systems and protection devices
• Experience designing industrial control systems and electrical schematics

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with standby power or data center backup power systems
• Experience integrating generator controls and paralleling switchgear
• Experience with microgrid or hybrid power systems

Benefits & Perks

GTI Energy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.

GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

 

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