Electrical Engineer I - Power Generation

ENTRUST Solutions Group is hiring an Electrical Engineer I for its Kestrel Power Engineering team. The role develops expertise in generator controls and power systems through office-based analysis, simulations, test planning, and field testing at power plants.

What you'll do:

• Endeavor to become a generation controls subject matter expert
• Office work at engineer’s home office (location independent throughout USA) consists of analyzing field data, developing test plans, prepping for field work, calculating mathematical models, running simulations, and documenting analysis results
• Field work takes place at large power plants (hydro, combustion turbines, thermal/ nuclear turbines, wind, photo-voltaic, battery energy storage system) throughout the USA consisting of directing generation resource through a series of planned tests and capturing data to be used for analysis
• First 2-4 years, there is a balance between field work and office work
• The new hire will initially refine their understanding of industry fundamentals and learn a gamut of generator controls, power systems skills, controls tuning and simulations, and compliance related topics
• Due to the high-barrier-to-entry regarding analysis, new hires will primarily train for the first 1-2 years of employment to harness concepts/skills necessary to capture data in the field as an independent operative
• This involves hands-on interaction with instrumentation, control systems, and protection systems of Bulk Electric System generation under the guidance of experienced team members
• The engineer’s talents and specific interest will be the primary vector for further evolving skillsets for advanced application

What they're looking for:

• Completion of, or Expected completion of a Bachelor or Master of Science (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering(or similar engineering tailored to controls / power systems)
• An undergraduate-level exposure to power generation fundamentals
• Background in control theory – experience with MATLAB/Simulink and similar
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Desire to become an industry leading expert in generators and control systems
• Programming experience is beneficial but not required

Benefits:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Generous paid time off; full-time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.
• Retirement program with a company match; company-sponsored 401(k) plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident, and hospitalization plans.
• HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts; benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually.
• May be eligible for a discretionary bonus as determined by the company.