Principal Engineer Electrical

Principal Electrical Engineer Power Generation (Combined Cycle)

Zachrys Charlotte North Carolina office is seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to support large-scale combined cycle power generation projects across the region. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex high-visibility energy infrastructure projects for leading utility and power generation clients.

Our Charlotte-based Power Generation team supports a strong and growing portfolio of combined cycle facilities providing engineers with both long-term project stability and exposure to technically challenging work. The environment is collaborative and fast-paced with opportunities to lead engineering decisions mentor teams and directly influence project outcomes.

If you are a senior electrical engineer looking to apply your expertise on critical power projects while continuing to grow your technical and leadership impact Zachry offers a rewarding and stable career path.

Zachry Engineer Corporation (ZEC) is an engineering-driven organization known for delivering high-quality EPC solutions across the Power Industrial and Infrastructure markets.

Key Responsibilities

Lead electrical engineering efforts for combined cycle power generation projects from conceptual design through commissioning and startup
Establish and manage electrical design criteria standards and philosophies for power plant facilities
Oversee and review electrical system designs including:

• Generator and auxiliary systems
• Medium- and high-voltage power distribution
• Protection and control systems
• Grounding lighting and raceway systems
• Interfaces with instrumentation and control (I&C) and plant control systems
  Provide technical direction and oversight to electrical engineers and designers assigned to projects
  Review and approve calculations drawings specifications and technical deliverables for quality and compliance
  Coordinate electrical engineering activities with mechanical civil structural I&C construction and commissioning teams
  Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including NEC IEEE ANSI NEMA and utility or owner requirements
  Develop and support engineering cost estimates material quantities and execution plans
  Lead technical aspects of major electrical equipment procurement including vendor evaluations and technical reviews
  Participate in constructability reviews hazard analyses and formal design reviews
  Provide technical support during construction commissioning and startup including site visits as needed
  Interface directly with clients project management and internal leadership on technical scope risks and progress
  Mentor and support the development of junior and mid-level engineers

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution
1215 years of electrical engineering experience in power generation with significant experience on combined cycle power plants
Experience serving in a senior or principal engineering role on EPC or utility-scale power projects
Strong knowledge of electrical power systems and applicable codes and standards including NEC IEEE ANSI and NEMA
Experience supporting projects through all phases including design procurement construction commissioning and startup

Preferred Qualifications

Deep technical experience with combined cycle electrical systems including generators auxiliary power systems medium- and high-voltage distribution and protection and control
Prior experience leading or mentoring engineering teams on complex projects
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients project managers vendors and multidisciplinary teams
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Why Zachry

Stable backlog of long-term power generation projects
Exposure to complex high-profile combined cycle facilities
Collaborative engineering-focused culture
Opportunities for technical leadership and career growth

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