Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Overview Insight Global is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support a leading power generation construction company on large-scale energy infrastructure projects. This individual will be responsible for the design, coordination, and execution of electrical systems supporting power generation facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience working within construction environments and be comfortable collaborating with project managers, field teams, contractors, and third-party engineering firms to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of critical power infrastructure, including electrical distribution systems, substations, switchgear, power generation equipment, and balance-of-plant electrical systems.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and approve electrical designs, calculations, specifications, and construction documents for power generation projects.
• Support electrical infrastructure design including power distribution systems, substations, transformers, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), and protective relay systems.
• Coordinate with construction teams, project managers, contractors, and engineering partners throughout project execution.
• Conduct design reviews and constructability assessments to ensure electrical systems meet project requirements and field conditions.
• Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, equipment specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Support procurement efforts through technical bid evaluations and equipment selection.
• Perform site visits and field inspections to verify installation quality and ensure compliance with design standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical design and construction issues during installation, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, NESC, utility requirements, and project-specific standards.
• Maintain project schedules, technical documentation, and communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills and Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• 4+ years of experience within the construction industry, preferably supporting industrial, energy, utility, or power generation projects.

• Experience reviewing electrical drawings, specifications, RFIs, and construction submittals.

• Experience using electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or Revit. Plusses

• Professional Engineer (PE) License.

• Experience supporting power plants, combined-cycle facilities, renewable energy projects, or utility-scale infrastructure.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].