Senior Electrical Engineer

Piper Companies is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a cutting-edge energy technology team located onsite in Houston, TX. The ideal Senior Electrical Engineer will lead the design, integration, and commissioning of high-voltage electrical systems for a novel power generation platform.

Responsibilities for the Senior Electrical Engineer:

• Lead the design of high-voltage electrical systems including one-line diagrams, switchgear, transformers, and large industrial motors (138kV+).
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to integrate electrical systems into a flexible, clean baseload power generation platform.
• Be hands-on during commissioning phases, troubleshooting and optimizing high-voltage systems.
• Support grid interconnect studies and governor model development for transmission-level voltages (Ex: 156kV).

Qualifications for the Senior Electrical Engineer:

• 7+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer in high-voltage power systems or industrial environments.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• Proficiency in CAD tools for electrical schematics and modeling software such as ETAP or SKM PowerTools.
• Experience with high-power motors, VFDs, transformers, and control systems.
• Strong field experience in commissioning and troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, NERC, and other relevant standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution; Master’s preferred.

Compensation/Benefits for the Senior Electrical Engineer:

• Salary Range: $180,000 – $200,000 annually plus stock and bonus depending on experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave (as required by law), and Holidays.

This job opens for applications on August 22, 2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: High Voltage, Electrical Engineer, Switchyard, Substation, Power Systems, Transformers, VFDs, ETAP, SKM PowerTools, Grid Interconnect, Industrial Motors, Commissioning, NEC, IEEE, NERC, Clean Energy, Power Generation, Field Engineering, Electrical Design

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