Technical Lead - Power Systems Engineering

Overview:

Role: Technical Lead - Power Systems Engineering

Location: Oakland, CA

10+ years of experience in this field

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Power system analysis software (ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PowerWorld, CYME)

• AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical / Revit (preferred)

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Roles & Responsibilities

• Key Responsibilities

• Power System Design & Analysis

• Perform power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, motor starting, and transient stability (as applicable).

• Design and review medium- and high-voltage electrical systems, including substations, switchgear, transformers, and protective devices.

• Develop single-line diagrams, schematics, grounding plans, and equipment layouts.

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• Protection, Controls & Reliability

• Develop and review protective relay settings and coordination studies.

• Support system reliability, redundancy, and fault mitigation strategies.

• Evaluate system performance and recommend upgrades or corrective actions.

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• Standards, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NESC).

• Support arc flash hazard analysis and electrical safety compliance.

• Participate in design reviews, audits, and regulatory or utility interconnections.

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• Project & Stakeholder Support

• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical/civil engineers, utilities, vendors, and clients.

• Review vendor submittals, technical specifications, and factory acceptance tests (FATs).

• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and system energization.

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• Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare technical reports, calculations, drawings, and design packages.

• Clearly communicate findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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• Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• Strong understanding of power systems theory and electrical equipment.

• Experience with power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PowerWorld, CYME, or similar).

• Knowledge of electrical safety and industry standards.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple technical tasks.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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• Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems focus preferred).

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.

• Experience with renewable energy, data centers, utilities, or industrial facilities.

• Experience with protective relays and substation design.

• Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and grid codes.

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• Tools & Technologies

• Power system analysis software (ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PowerWorld, CYME)

• AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical / Revit (preferred)

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)•

Generic Managerial Skills, If any

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare technical reports, calculations, drawings, and design packages.

• Clearly communicate findings and recommendations to technical and non technical stakeholders.