Provide expert technical leadership, conduct design reviews, and resolve complex electrical issues
Lead electrical system architecture for power plants, including MV/LV distribution, grounding, and UPS/DC systems
Ensure designs meet NEC/NESC, NFPA 70/70E, IEEE, ANSI/NEMA, IEC, AHJ, and utility standards
Collaborate across engineering teams to share lessons learned and support multiple projects
Prepare technical proposals and presentations while protecting company IP
Research and implement new technologies to improve performance, cost, and reliability
Deliver engineering work on time, within scope, budget, and quality targets
Track process‑improvement and equipment‑performance metrics
Support root‑cause investigations and resolution of system issues
Contribute to technology transfer, new product introduction, and process improvements
Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges
Serve as lead project engineer and mentor junior engineers when needed
Coordinate with hardware design teams on major components
Work with suppliers on specifications, FATs/SATs, and nonconformance resolution
Prepare clear technical reports, presentations, and communications
Provide onsite customer/vendor support, including occasional international travel
Assist field engineers with troubleshooting and material or process deviations
Recommend cost and process improvements to leadership
Perform additional engineering duties as required

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
10–15+ years of progressive experience in gas turbine design, materials, manufacturing, and service engineering
Proven experience leading cross‑functional design teams and managing supplier technical interfaces
Ability to interpret drawings, schematics, diagrams, safety rules, and technical documentation
Strong communication skills for preparing reports and presenting to customers and internal teams; Japanese language ability preferred
Proficiency with mathematical concepts including geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and applied engineering calculations
Ability to solve complex technical problems in situations with limited standardization
Proficiency with databases, project management tools, spreadsheets, word processing, diagrams, and technical software
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds and work in typically quiet environments with occasional PPE requirements

Principal Engineer, Electrical

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