Associate Engineer

Location:

Wilmington, DE

Kestrel Power Engineering is a highly specialized consulting service company in the ENTRUST portfolio and an industry leader in the power generation industry. We specialize in the technical aspects of power generation and generation controls. With this specialized background we’re able to help our clients throughout North America meet their technical and compliance related challenges. As the demands on the bulk power system grow each day, we’re able to leverage our expertise to help our clients adapt to the changing pace of power generation.

Endeavor to become a generation controls subject matter expert. Balance of in-the-field and office-based analysis training guided by industry-renowned experts. Relevant areas of interest: electric machines, renewable generation, stability, controls, protection and coordination, power flow and dynamics modeling.

• Office work at an engineer’s home office (location independent throughout the USA) includes 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, photovoltaic, battery energy storage systems) throughout the USA, consisting of directing generation resources through a series of planned tests and capturing data for analysis.
• First 2–4 years: balance between field work and office work.

We are a team of passionate generator controls experts with backgrounds from academia, consulting, and utility experience. Kestrel trains each Engineer to have a well‑rounded, industry‑leading skillset while allowing individuals to pursue and leverage individual interests and skillsets. 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 and 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 the Bulk Electric System generation under the guidance of experienced team members. The engineer’s talents and specific interests will be the primary vector for further evolving skillsets for advanced application.

• 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.
• Programming experience is beneficial but not required.
• Enthusiasm for travel and meeting new people.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds; field equipment is not light.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Desire to become an industry‑leading expert in generators and control systems.

• Salary between $80,000 and $85,000 annually; exempt position.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

This role is designated as remote, giving you the flexibility to primarily work from home while staying actively connected to your team and projects. We value collaboration and responsiveness, so we ask our remote team members to be available when in‑office presence is needed—such as for client meetings, team events, or training sessions. Our approach blends freedom with shared accountability, making ENTRUST an exciting and…