Hiring: Electrical Engineer Company: NRG Energy Location: Nipton, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:28:04 Target Skills & Keywords : Transformers, Zoom About the job Required Skills: •Provide technical support to Plant Operations and Maintenance for electrical systems, including breakers, MCCs, switchgear, relays, VFDs, UPS, batteries, motor drives, transformers, and cathodic protection. •Promote and monitor compliance with safety and environmental programs. •Lead and support NERC compliance efforts at the Ivanpah plant. •Coordinate activities, schedules, and work scopes; develop work packages; and oversee third-party inspectors, contractors, and vendors. •Ensure plant equipment reliability through technical and financial decisions impacting unit availability and cost control. •Provide oversight and technical guidance on repairs and findings to NRG and contractor crews. •Develop long-range budgets and schedules; contribute to station-wide repair budgets based on inspection findings. •Partner cross-functionally with plant staff, corporate leadership, peers, and third parties to improve program and project execution. Qualifications: •Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering •Possess a valid driver’s license. •Power Plant or Industrial Plant experience in an electrical engineering capacity. •Knowledge and understanding of electrical construction, troubleshooting, and repair methods. •Demonstrated skills in basic Project Management. •Demonstrated capacity to train and direct peers, employees, and contractors clearly and consistently. •Proficient in reading and interpreting technical information, prints, engineering data, charts, graphs, and gauge scales; skilled in troubleshooting and repairing equipment and systems. •Strong risk management skills with sound judgment in resource utilization. •Solid knowledge of root cause analysis and technical report writing. •Proficient in PC use, Windows, and Microsoft Office applications, with emphasis on spreadsheets, scheduling, and word processing. Compensation: •$77,600 - $128,040 / year •Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!