Staff Electrical Engineer (Power Systems)

• Crusoe is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to join our Power Systems organization
• This role is a high-level technical position responsible for the design, construction, commissioning, and long-term operational success of our power plant facilities across the USA
• You will serve as the primary subject matter expert for power generation assets, bridging the gap between front-end design and field execution
• Engineering & Design: Lead front-end engineering for capital projects, including the layout and sizing of power systems. Review one-lines, wiring diagrams, schematics, electrical studies, and control narratives to ensure they meet company design specifications
• QA/QC Oversight: Review vendor drawings, check wiring diagrams against schematics, and ensure all design deliverables from consultants meet project specifications
• Project Execution: Provide technical guidance during the construction and commissioning of power plant assets. Support and provide input to field teams and third-party consultants on complex electrical issues
• Operational Support: Partner with Field Operations to troubleshoot electrical failures, perform root-cause analysis, and optimize existing power infrastructure for maximum uptime
• Technical System Integration: Apply deep technical expertise across power generation assets, including generator physics and operations. Specify and integrate high and medium voltage equipment such as 34.5 kV GIS (Gas Insulated Switchgear) indoor units, GSU (Generator Step-Up) Transformers, and MV/LV Switchgear and MCCs (Motor Control Centers)
• Advanced Controls: Utilize working knowledge of Governor and AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator) controls
• Modern Protocols & Studies: Implement the IEC 61850 standard, including GOOSE & MMS protocols. Conduct Protection & Control coordination studies and fault analysis

Benefits

• Health & wellbeing: Comprehensive health benefits designed to support your overall wellness
• Time away: Paid time off for vacations, family bonding, and unexpected needs
• 401(k) match: Build your financial future with our 401(k) matching program
• Mental wellness: Resources and support for your emotional wellbeing and navigating life’s challenges

• Communication Skills: Ability to work effectively with both engineers and operations personnel
• Travel: Ability to travel approximately 20% to project sites
• Technical Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of generator physics and operations. Proficiency in Protection & Control coordination studies and fault analysis. Knowledge of the IEC 61850 standard
• Company Values: Embody the Company values
• Education & Experience: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) and a minimum of 6+ years in industrial electrical engineering
• Standards & Compliance: Expert working knowledge of NEC application to industrial installations
• Experience in implementation and management of Microgrid Controllers
• Experience with Simple and Combined Cycle Turbine Generators (10 MW – 600 MW) and Reciprocating Engines (3 MW – 20 MW)
• Knowledge of best practices for the synchronization of islanded electrical systems
• Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop testing and Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) studies
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in Texas or Colorado
• Experience with power modeling software (e.g., ETAP or SKM)
• Power Generation or Oil & Gas industry experience
• Previous experience managing utility-scale interconnects