Engineer Senior

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role leads the design, review, and implementation of electrical engineering solutions for ENGIE's operating assets and capital projects. The Senior Electrical Engineer ensures electrical systems meet project objectives, industry standards, and regulatory requirements, serving as a key technical expert from design through commissioning. Collaborates with internal teams, contractors, utilities, clients, and permitting authorities, and partners with ENGIE's global Centers of Excellence to promote best practices and technical consistency.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design specifications and cost estimates for transformers, switchgear, power and fiber optic cables, motors, generators, UPS systems, and substations.
• Prepare bills of materials and equipment lists to support project execution.
• Review and validate detailed engineering work performed by contractors, consultants, and equipment vendors.
• Evaluate existing electrical infrastructure, including distribution systems, utility supply connections, and facility wiring.
• Lead engineering assessments and recommendations for equipment upgrades, repairs, replacements, and performance improvements.
• Perform and review electrical studies, including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and infrastructure analyses.
• Support electrical safety programs by conducting audits and ensuring compliance with applicable standards.
• Design and specify electrical components, perform engineering calculations, and coordinate utility interconnections.
• Manage permitting, regulatory compliance, and utility approvals with local authorities and service providers.
• Conduct site visits, field inspections, and technical assessments while remaining current on industry codes, standards, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8 years’ experience in a similar position, including designing electrical systems and field inspection and troubleshooting.
• PE license preferred.
• Familiarity with district energy, utilities, and combined heat and power systems.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical standards such as NEMA, NEC, IEC, ISO, IEEE, and other electrical design codes.
• Knowledge of specifying and sourcing electrical equipment for low voltage (up to 600V) and medium voltage (up to 34.5kV) applications.
• Knowledge of latest sustainability practices for electrical systems and proficiency in protective relaying.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy and independence.

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for ENGIE’s hybrid work policy.
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 25% of the time.
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies.

Pay

Salary Range: $102,000.00 – $156,400.00 USD annually. This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus/incentive plan.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays, and leave programs.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• Supplemental benefits for emotional and physical well-being, including family-forming and caregiver benefits.