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Electrical Engineer – Renewable Energy & Power Generation

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listing for: Hydrogen Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-11-05
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineer
  • Energy/Power Generation
    Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineer, Power Plant / Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 52.96 USD Hourly USD 52.96 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Electrical Engineer – Renewable Energy & Power Generation.
Senior Electrical Engineer – Power Generation & Clean Energy

Location: Remote – United States
Contract: 12 Months
Pay Rate: $52.96 per hour
Schedule: Standard Business Hours

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to support the development and execution of innovative hydrogen, clean fuels and renewable energy projects for a leading US energy organisation.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of next-generation clean energy technologies, providing electrical engineering expertise across project development, design, procurement and execution.

The successful candidate will act as a technical subject matter expert, supporting engineering design decisions, evaluating emerging technologies and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality power generation and clean energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Engineering & Technical Design

  • Provide technical expertise in electrical engineering systems, equipment selection, design architecture and installation.

  • Lead the development and evaluation of electrical engineering solutions for hydrogen, clean fuels and power generation projects.

  • Apply engineering principles, advanced analytical techniques and industry best practices to complex technical challenges.

  • Review engineering designs, technical specifications and equipment requirements to ensure project objectives are achieved.

  • Evaluate electrical equipment, technologies and supplier solutions for technical suitability, reliability and performance.

  • Support electrical system integration across renewable energy and power generation facilities.

Project Development & Execution

  • Support the origination, development, procurement and execution of hydrogen and clean energy projects.

  • Collaborate with engineering teams, project managers, suppliers and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

  • Provide technical input into engineering strategies, design improvements and project execution plans.

  • Identify engineering risks, recommend solutions and independently resolve complex technical challenges.

  • Support the evaluation of new technologies and innovative approaches to improve project performance and efficiency.

  • Present technical findings, engineering recommendations and project updates to management and senior leadership.

Technical Compliance & Innovation

  • Ensure electrical engineering designs and installations comply with applicable industry codes, standards and safety regulations.

  • Evaluate emerging electrical engineering technologies and industry trends to support long-term project development.

  • Collaborate with equipment suppliers and technology providers to identify effective engineering solutions.

  • Support the development and improvement of engineering processes, procedures and technical documentation.

  • Review technical deliverables, engineering calculations and equipment specifications.

  • Provide technical guidance and support to engineering teams throughout project development and execution.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

  • Minimum 5 years of professional electrical engineering experience
    , including electrical systems design.

  • Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, system architecture, equipment selection and installation.

  • Experience supporting electrical engineering projects within power generation, energy, industrial or related sectors.

  • Understanding of applicable electrical codes, engineering standards and safety regulations.

  • Experience working with engineering suppliers, technical specifications and equipment evaluations.

  • Ability to independently evaluate engineering challenges and develop practical technical solutions.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical decision-making capabilities.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering and project management teams.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and relevant engineering calculation or modelling software.

  • Ability to balance technical, commercial and financial considerations when evaluating engineering solutions.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) licence.

  • Electrical engineering experience within power generation facilities or power plants.

  • Knowledge of renewable energy integration, including solar, wind and battery energy storage systems.

  • Experience with hydrogen production facilities or clean fuels technologies.

  • Understanding of…

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