Electrical Engineer - Power Innovation

Electrical Engineer
- Power Innovation

Genesis
10 is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer
- Power Innovation for a contract position with a Major Energy Infrastructure Company located in Bowling Green, OH. Pay range: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour.

The Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation supports the safe, reliable, and efficient commissioning and startup of power generation and energy systems. This role provides electrical engineering expertise throughout pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover, ensuring systems are properly tested, verified, and ready for operation.

• Provide electrical engineering support across commissioning, startup, and system turnover phases
• Lead and support electrical commissioning activities, including testing, verification, and troubleshooting of:
  • Switchgear, transformers, generators, and associated systems
  • Protection relays and control systems
• Validate power system studies (short circuit, coordination, arc flash) and ensure alignment with as-built conditions prior to energization
• Execute and oversee electrical testing activities (e.g., insulation resistance, hi-pot, relay testing, functional verification)
• Support pre-commissioning activities, including loop checks, calibration, and protection system verification
• Coordinate and participate in FAT, SAT, PSSR, and RFSU processes to ensure systems meet requirements for startup and turnover
• Collaborate with Project Management, Construction, Commissioning, Controls, and Operations teams to ensure aligned execution and system readiness
• Work directly in the field to support testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during commissioning and startup
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and company safety requirements
• Support BESS and power generation system integration, including system-level testing and performance validation
• Develop and maintain commissioning documentation, including ITRs, test records, redlines, and turnover packages
• Identify, track, and drive resolution of punch list items prior to system handover
• Coordinate with vendors to support installation, testing, and commissioning activities
• Promote continuous improvement and support development of standardized commissioning processes and tools
• Mentor and support development of junior engineers
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited), or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• 4 years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or commissioning in power generation, industrial, or related industries
• Working knowledge of:
  • Electrical power systems and equipment (switch gear, transformers, generators)
  • Electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and control systems
  • Commissioning, testing, and startup processes
• Ability to work 12-hour, 7-day on/off rotating shifts, including occasional nights and holidays
• Ability to work in a variety of conditions, including extreme temperatures, loud areas, and confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and team-lift heavier loads
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and squat for extended periods and work at elevated levels

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or actively pursuing
• Experience with power generation, data centers, or BESS systems
• Experience supporting or leading commissioning and startup activities
• Familiarity with FAT/SAT execution and turnover processes
• Proficiency with power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, MATLAB, or similar)
• Experience with protection relay testing and electrical test equipment (e.g., Omicron, Doble, Megger)
• Understanding of:
  • Protection coordination and arc flash analysis
  • Grid integration and energy storage systems
  • DCS/SCADA systems and electrical integration

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis
10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

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