Power Systems Electrical Engineer III - Power Generation

Calpine Corporation seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer III to support reliable, lower-carbon power generation across its natural gas and geothermal fleet. In this role, you will design, analyze, and optimize plant electrical systems, including high, medium, and low voltage equipment, protection and control schemes, and grid interconnections. You will perform power system studies, troubleshoot complex issues, and lead improvements that enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency. Partnering closely with operations, maintenance, and project teams, you will develop technical specifications, support capital projects from concept through commissioning, and ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, NERC, and corporate standards. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to cleaner energy, grid reliability, and continuous improvement in a data-driven, collaborative environment. Responsibilities Design and optimize electrical systems for natural gas and geothermal power plantsPerform system studies, load flow, short-circuit, and protection coordination analysesSupport plant operations with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and reliability improvementsDevelop specifications, drawings, and technical documents for equipment and upgradesCollaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams to ensure safe, reliable generationEnsure compliance with NEC, IEEE, NERC, and other applicable codes and standardsLead or support capital projects from concept through commissioningAnalyze performance data to drive efficiency, reliability, and cost improvementsSupport grid interconnection studies and protection schemesChampion safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement initiatives Required Skills Power systems analysis (load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination)High/medium/low voltage equipment design and specificationProtection and control systemsPlant electrical troubleshooting and root cause analysisETAP/SKM or similar analysis toolsUnderstanding of NEC, IEEE, and NERC standardsProject engineering and technical documentationSCADA and switchgear systems familiarityArc flash and grounding studiesData analysis for reliability and performance improvement