Power Systems Engineer

Position : Power Systems Engineer

Location : Portland, OR (Hybrid)

Experience : 5+ years

Project Duration : 12+ months

Visa Status : Any visa eligible

Job Summary :

We are seeking a skilled Power Systems Engineer to support medium voltage electrical systems and contribute to project design, installation, and startup. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, a proactive approach, and the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities :

Manage the schedule and technical quality of assigned engineering tasks, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and timelines.

Identify and communicate design or scope changes promptly as familiarity with tasks and expectations increases.

Provide on-site support during system startup and coordinate work activities with team members and project leads.

Develop detailed electrical design documentation, including :

Motor control center (MCC) single line diagrams

Electric room layouts

Motor control elementaries and connection diagrams

Cable schedules and control panel layouts

Grounding, lighting, and power plans

Collaborate effectively across multiple teams to ensure project goals are met.

Apply innovative ideas and best practices to enhance project outcomes.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering

Minimum 5 years of professional Electrical Engineering experience, including medium voltage systems (480V and below)

Proficiency with Revit or BIM software

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred

Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred but not required

Strong ability to learn quickly and expand technical knowledge

Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills across multi-disciplinary environments

Passion for buildings, construction, and electrical systems

Skills and Competencies :

Electrical system design and documentation

Medium voltage electrical distribution (480V and below)

Motor control systems and power distribution

Revit / BIM modeling

Problem-solving and innovative thinking

Strong communication and coordination skills