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talisman lists this Principal Electrical Engineer opportunity in united, West Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Principal Electrical Engineer (Fully Remote)
Overview:
A leading engineering and energy solutions organization is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to support complex power systems projects across utility, renewable, and industrial environments. This is a fully remote opportunity offering high-impact technical leadership and involvement in large-scale infrastructure initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead electrical engineering design and analysis for power systems, including transmission, distribution, and generation assets
Perform system studies such as load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and stability analysis
Provide technical oversight on interconnection studies and grid integration for renewable energy projects
Support compliance with industry standards including NERC and FERC requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project management, operations, and regulatory stakeholders
Review and approve engineering deliverables, drawings, and technical specifications
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across projects
Interface with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and regulatory bodies as needed
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
10+ years of experience in power systems engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred
Experience with power system modeling tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PowerWorld)
Strong knowledge of transmission systems, substations, and grid interconnection
Familiarity with NERC compliance and FERC regulatory frameworks
Experience working with utilities, developers, or EPC firms
Preferred Experience:
Renewable energy (solar, wind, BESS) project experience
Interconnection and ISO/RTO market knowledge (PJM, ERCOT, CAISO, MISO, etc.)
Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or mission-critical facilities
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive base salary + bonus structure
Fully remote flexibility
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity to work on high-visibility, large-scale energy projects
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