Principal Electrical Engineer, Power & Utilities

Job overview

The Principal Electrical Engineer, Power & Utilities role is an onsite position in Austin, TX or Philadelphia, PA. Compensation is not specified. Burns Engineering provides engineering design and project management services for transportation, facilities, and infrastructure projects. The principal engineer provides technical oversight for complex projects, applies advanced engineering expertise, and helps ensure technical and financial project success. The role also supports client relationships, project quality, and the development of engineering staff.

What you'll do

• Coordinate project work with engineering staff and consultants
• troubleshoot and develop design or construction solutions
• apply advanced engineering techniques
• perform complex engineering tasks and investigations
• review project designs for quality
• advise clients on technical issues
• represent the firm at client meetings and technical conferences
• support recruiting and staff development
• coordinate technical staffing needs and contribute to project success.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

principal electrical engineer

power & utilities

austin tx

philadelphia pa

burns engineering

engineering services

electrical engineering

substation

power systems

professional engineer license

project oversight

infrastructure projects

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, at least 15 years of related experience, substation and power experience, and a professional engineer license. Protection and control experience is a plus.

About the employer

Burns Engineering, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.