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Electrical & Controls Engineer IIWe are seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Engineer II to support large-scale, dispatchable power generation projects, including combustion turbine facilities. This role will function as a project engineer, providing electrical engineering expertise across engineering design and construction phases. The engineer will be responsible for technical reviews, responding to requests for information (RFIs), managing non-conformance items, and ensuring construction execution aligns with approved designs and specifications.Key Responsibilities:Provide electrical engineering support for large, dispatchable generation projects, including facilities currently in construction and design.Review and evaluate EPC contractor submittals, drawings, studies, and technical analyses for compliance with project requirements and master specifications.Prepare, review, and resolve RFIs, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and design clarifications.Identify and communicate variances to project specifications and coordinate internal approval processes.Support construction activities by providing on-site electrical engineering guidance, troubleshooting design conflicts, and assisting field teams.Ensure construction activities comply with approved design documents and contractual scope.Collaborate closely with project engineers, project managers, construction managers, inspectors, and project controls teams (cost and scheduling).Coordinate with internal stakeholders including operations, environmental teams, siting and land rights, supply chain, and other technical disciplines.Interface with external stakeholders such as EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, and local, state, and federal permitting agencies.Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of engineering decisions, RFIs, and technical issues.Work Environment & Schedule:Hybrid work model with a combination of remote work, office work, and on-site support at active construction sites.Expected on-site presence of 2-3 days per week during construction; up to 4-5 days per week when on per diem assignments.Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, with overtime available (but not mandatory) during construction activities.Travel is required to project sites; mileage and travel expenses are reimbursable per policy.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent relevant experience.Minimum of 9+ years of electrical engineering experience.At least 3+ years of experience supporting dispatchable generation projects, including engineering design or construction.Demonstrated experience working with RFIs, NCRs, and contract scope management.Strong knowledge of interpreting electrical design drawings and ensuring construction compliance.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.Proven ability to work effectively in a large, matrixed, cross-functional team environment.Willingness and ability to travel and work on-site at project locations.Preferred Qualifications:Experience supporting utility-scale power generation projects, particularly large-frame combustion turbines.Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer

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