Senior Excitation Engineer

ENTRUST • Warrenville, IL

5d • Remote

About The Position

ENTRUST is seeking a Senior Excitation Engineer to lead technical execution of complex projects in electric power generation. The role focuses on excitation systems and their interfaces, while also supporting other power-generation projects such as balance of plant and electrical design. The engineer will assist with planning, scheduling, and executing project engineering, and design and program hardware and software systems for power plants. Work may also involve instrumentation, control, and electrical systems, with an emphasis on performance and reliability.

The position collaborates with internal teams, clients, and contractors and participates in Design Reviews, Program Reviews, and Project Closeout Meetings. Effective communication and real-time issue resolution are important to project delivery. The role requires 20–40% local and domestic travel. It is designated remote, with flexibility to work primarily from home and availability for in-office presence when needed for client meetings, team events, or training. Remote, hybrid, and in-office options may be available depending on location.

The stated annual salary range is $110,000–$150,000. The position is exempt. ENTRUST describes a supportive and inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and career development, and a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

• 5–10+ years of power-generation experience related to excitation systems, including system design, programming, field experience, commissioning, and start-up.
• Experience with excitation systems; examples listed include Emerson, GE EX2100e, ABB, Siemens, and Basler Electric. Experience with other platforms is also positive.
• Process understanding of excitation and generator systems.
• Ability to understand drawings and interpret and troubleshoot hardware designs and process diagrams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare comprehensive client documents and reports such as specifications and evaluations.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration with peers, management, and clients.
• Ability and willingness to travel 20–40% locally and domestically.
• Proactive, resourceful, and highly motivated approach to achieving project success and completion within budget and on time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling, and executing the technical aspects of engineering projects.
• Design and program hardware and software systems, primarily for power-plant excitation systems.
• Support excitation-system interfaces and other power-generation work, including balance of plant and electrical design support.
• Assist with instrumentation, control, and electrical systems as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and contractors to support project success.
• Participate in Design Reviews, Program Reviews, and Project Closeout Meetings.
• Communicate effectively and resolve issues in real time.
• Travel locally and domestically as needed to support projects and client engagement.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) for full-time employees.
• Retirement program with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident, and hospitalization plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) medical accounts.
• FSA dependent-care and transportation/parking accounts.
• May be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed