Electrical Engineer IV

Quanta Power Solutions, LLC•Hoover, AL

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing and developing electrical systems for power generation and distribution projects, including gas turbines, renewables, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). The role requires understanding the interconnection and interaction among generation, substations, and transmission systems. The engineer contributes to complete construction packages for power generation islands supporting data center operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university.
Minimum of 7–8 years of relevant industrial experience in electrical engineering, preferably in EPC environments.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
Proficiency in PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and field instrumentation.
Strong understanding of NEC, IEEE, and other relevant codes and standards.
Ability to produce efficient, constructible designs with attention to cost and schedule.
Experience with EPC project workflows and documentation standards.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license, or actively working toward licensure.
Knowledge of electrical design software such as AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, ElecDes, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, A6132, and Dialux.

Responsibilities

Produce estimate-level preliminary designs and material take-offs.
Develop and assemble scopes, drawings, and specifications into packages for procurement of materials and equipment.
Lead development of detailed design deliverables, including single-line diagrams, motor elementary diagrams, interconnect diagrams, electrical cable schedules, equipment specifications, material take-offs, and grounding, lighting, lightning protection, and heat trace systems.
Review and check vendor and other-discipline drawings for electrical and instrumentation input.
Perform engineering calculations to validate design integrity.
Design and implement instrumentation systems for process control and monitoring.
Conduct arc flash studies, grounding grid analysis, and relay coordination.
Prepare construction packages and support field implementation.
Ensure designs meet client expectations, industry standards, and project specifications.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project alignment.
Provide on-site startup and commissioning support as needed.
Recognize and communicate scope changes and design updates promptly.