Senior Electrical Engineer

About Net Power 

Passionate about making an impact? We are. At Net Power we are driven by our vision of empowering a clean world by globally deploying affordable and reliable zero-emissions energy. We are a well-capitalized, public clean energy technology company based in Durham, North Carolina with operations in Houston and La Porte, Texas. 

Our impact is transformational.  

Net Power technology doesn’t just reduce the world’s carbon footprint. It delivers the Energy Trifecta: Reliable, Low-Cost, Clean Energy. A winning solution for everyone.

Job Overview

Net Power is looking for a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. This individual will play a crucial role in integrating our novel power-generation process with industry-standard electrical solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in plant wide electrical system one-line design, high-power, high-voltage motors, VFDs, transformers, generators, and electrical control systems and modeling. This individual will also have experience in supporting interconnect studies, developing and refining governor control models in collaboration with internal and external parties. They will work closely with our partners and contractors, utilizing a system engineering approach to ensure Net Power’s overall product requirements are met at each electrical interface, and drive Net Power’s ongoing innovation to deploy flexible, clean, baseload power generation. 

This role will split time between the Houston office and field test sites in La Porte and West Texas at Net Power’s first commercial-scale project, Project Permian. The role will require La Porte availability thru 2026. West Texas support will be required starting in 2026, coinciding with commissioning of Net Power’s Project Permian. 

 Lead Electrical Design 

• Lead the design and integration of Net Power’s process, equipment, and Standard Plant design package with fit-for-purpose electrical systems that ensure a flexible, clean, baseload power generation platform. 
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics for plant electrical systems including one-line, power distribution, motor control centers, switchgear, transformers, and generator in line with industry standards and regulations. 
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to specify, procure, and commission high-power and high-voltage equipment such as motors, wiring, and transformers at Net Power’s projects and its demonstration facility. 
• Participate in HAZOP and design reviews to identify and mitigate electrical hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities.  

 Manage Electrical System Commissioning and Operational Support 

• Be onsite to support plant commissioning and startup activities, troubleshooting plant wide medium-voltage electrical issues, and optimizing system performance. 
• Lead Failure Reporting and Corrective Action process including Root Cause Analysis for plant electrical failures. 
• Develop validation criteria for Net Power’s electrical systems, to guide work and data analysis at the La Porte demonstration facility, Project Permian, and Net Power’s standard plants.

Provide Project Support 

• Design and implement electrical power and control systems for process automation and safety, utilizing industry-standard protocols and technologies. 
• Conduct modeling and simulation of electrical systems using software tools such as ETAP or SKM PowerTools to analyze system performance, reliability, and safety. 
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical engineering principles, practices, and standards to support project development and execution. 
• Review requirements and support interconnect studies to assess the impact of connecting Net Power facilities to the grid, including evaluating grid stability, power quality, reliability, and governor model development and refinement. 
• Interface with regulatory agencies and third-party consultants to ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations. 
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the project team, promoting best practices, lessons learned, and knowledge sharing initiatives.  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.  Master's degree or equivalent experience is preferred.  (Degree from an ABET accredited university)
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on plant electrical systems design, maintenance, and troubleshooting, high-power and high-voltage equipment, and control systems. Field experience is necessary. 
• Proficiency in one-line design and electrical schematics using CAD software. 
• Extensive knowledge of high-power motors, VFDs, transformers, generators, and electrical control systems, including design, specification, and integration. 
• Familiarity with electrical testing, such as voltage and power quality testing. 
• Experience with modeling and simulation software tools such as ETAP or SKM PowerTools for electrical system analysis. 
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations governing electrical design, installation, and operation, such as NEC, NEMA, NERC, IEEE, ATEX, CE, CSA, and ANSI. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex electrical systems and identify practical solutions. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. 
• Proven track record of successfully delivering electrical engineering projects on time and within budget. 

Additional Requirements

Candidates must be able to perform essential functions as outlined above, including but not limited to:

• Travel to testing and operating facilities as needed.
• During testing, may require night work, weekends, or long hours
• Work effectively in an office environment.
• Operate at a computer and sit for long periods of time.
• Repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, or fingers.
• Position is sedentary with occasional light lifting.

What Net Power Offers You

• Amazing growth and learning opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• 401K with company contribution
• Generous vacation policy
• Catered in-office lunches
• Be a part of changing the world

Net Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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