Principal Electrical Engineer
Charlotte, NC
Experience: 0
Category: Engineering
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Brand: System One
Compensation Range: 165000.00 - 210000.00 Per Hour
Job ID: 376764
Date Posted: 07/13/2026
Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/Cepwyy
Principal Electrical Engineer
Charlotte, NC
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $165,000 - $210,000
Work Model: Onsite – onsite
Hours: 40 hours/weekly minimum
System One is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer for a Direct Hire opportunity located in Charlotte, NC.
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
- Interface 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
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution
- 12-15 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
- Deep technical experience with combined cycle electrical systems, including generators, auxiliary power systems, medium- and high-voltage distribution, and protection and control (preferred)
- Prior experience leading or mentoring engineering teams on complex projects (preferred)
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients, project managers, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams (preferred)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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