Lead Electrical Engineer – Power Generation The Charlotte office of Zachry offers a unique opportunity to join a high-growth team at the center of critical infrastructure work across the region. Our team supports a large and expanding portfolio driven by strong, long-standing partnership with major utility providers. This gives our employees consistent exposure to high-impact, technically challenging projects with real visibility. Because of the volume and continuity of work, team members in Charlotte benefit from both stability and variety - working on meaningful projects while continuing to develop new skills and advance their careers. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, where individuals are empowered to take ownership, contribute ideas, and make a tangible difference from day one. If you’re looking for a role where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible, the Charlotte Zachry team is the place to be. Zachry Engineer Corporation (ZEC) is currently seeking a talented and self-motivated Lead Electrical Engineer with power plant design experience to join our Electrical Department in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role offers the opportunity to lead challenging and high-impact design projects within the Power industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead electrical engineering design for power generation projects from concept through commissioning
- Develop and review electrical system designs including power distribution, protection, grounding, lighting, and controls interfaces
- Plan, assign, and manage work for electrical engineers and designers to meet project scope, schedule, and budget
- Review and approve calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documents for quality and compliance
- Coordinate electrical design activities with mechanical, civil, structural, I&C, and construction disciplines
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements (NEC, IEEE, ANSI, NEMA)
- Estimate engineering effort, quantities, and material requirements; support project budgeting and forecasting
- Support equipment procurement, including technical evaluations and vendor coordination
- Participate in constructability reviews, hazard analyses, and design reviews
- Provide technical support to construction, commissioning, and startup teams, including field visits as required
- Interface with clients, project managers, and leadership on engineering progress and technical decisions
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
- Minimum 7 years of electrical engineering experience in power generation or industrial projects
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure
- Prior experience leading electrical engineering scope and project teams
- Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE/ANSI, and NEMA standards
- Experience with medium- and low-voltage electrical equipment and systems
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
- Lead Engineer experience on EPC projects
- 10+ years of experience in power generation (combined cycle, fossil, renewable, or cogeneration)
- Experience with electrical system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP)
- Experience with switchyards, large transformers, generator circuit breakers, and utility interconnections
- Electrical equipment procurement experience
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