Power Generation Engineer

Role Overview

• Own the design, specification, and engineering of power generation systems — including gas turbines, diesel generators, and hybrid configurations — from concept through commissioning.
• Serve as the technical authority for generation assets on site: monitor performance, investigate anomalies, and drive corrective action before issues become outages.
• Develop and own electrical design packages: single-line diagrams, load flow studies, short-circuit analyses, and protection coordination.
• Build and maintain preventive and predictive maintenance programs; track reliability metrics (availability, MTBF, MTTR) and use data to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead commissioning activities including SAT, FAT, and integrated system testing for new generation assets.
• Develop and implement SCADA and control system strategies for real-time generation monitoring and management.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships through procurement, installation, and ongoing O&M; hold them accountable to Giga's standards.
• Coordinate with utilities and grid operators on interconnection requirements, capacity reservations, and compliance obligations.
• Ensure all generation activities comply with applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, NERC) and champion electrical safety across the team.
• Identify opportunities to improve system efficiency, reduce fuel costs, and increase generation reliability; build the case and drive implementation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in power generation, utility, or industrial power systems engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of generator controls, paralleling switchgear, automatic transfer systems, and HV/MV electrical systems (up to 34.5 kV).
• Proficiency in power systems analysis software (ETAP, SKM PowerTools, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to own generation assets through their full lifecycle — from design and commissioning to long-term O&M.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex generation issues under time pressure.
• Clear communicator who can work across Engineering, Operations, and external stakeholders without losing technical accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary, reviewed annually against market.
• Performance-based bonus tied to site and company outcomes.
• Full health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO and flexibility for the times when you need to recharge.
• Professional development budget — including support for PE licensure and continuing education.
• The opportunity to build generation infrastructure at a scale and speed that doesn't exist anywhere else.