1249 - Electrical Engineer
Company: TriSearch
Location: Reno
Posted on: February 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Position Summary The Electrical
Engineer provides technical support, design, technical evaluations,
and Electrical Project Engineering support for the Electricity
Segment Power Plants. This responsibility involves a wide range of
complex issues and small to medium capital improvement projects.
The position requires proficiency in applying sound electrical
engineering principles and a working knowledge of industry
practices, standards, and equipment. Essential Functions · Support
the Plants and the Projects teams in developing scope, electrical
design, and budgets for facility capital improvement projects. ·
Perform power system studies, including arc flash studies at both
new and operating facilities. · Assist with the ordering of
equipment and services by preparing equipment specifications and
reviewing and commenting on supplier information. · Develop
procedures related to equipment maintenance, inspection, and
testing. · Provide engineering field support for maintenance and
testing activities. Review, evaluate, and track equipment test
results. · Provide engineering field support during planned and/or
forced outages. · Provide engineering field support for equipment
failures. Conduct root cause analysis of equipment failures.
Develop solutions and corrective actions based on the analysis. ·
Ensure that electrical systems meet statutory and regulatory
requirements. · Schedules and coordinates field-related activities
in conjunction with Power Plant Management. · Strictly adhere to
and enforce safety procedures as required by the company, CAPP, and
OSHA. · Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a
driving record acceptable to our auto insurance carrier. · Must be
able to travel extensively (approximately 25% of working time) to
Power Plant locations, including rural areas, to work on projects.
Other Responsibilities · Occasional to frequent travel to plants in
the United States and internationally. · Other duties and projects
assigned by management. Education, Experience, and Skills Required
· Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited
university. Professional Engineer license a plus. · 5 years of
engineering experience in power generation, utility, mining, or
heavy industry. · Must have a high degree of initiative, ability to
work with minimal supervision, and a high level of confidentiality.
· Experience designing low and medium-voltage power distribution
systems, including calculating equipment ratings, cable sizes,
protection settings, etc. · Experience using electrical system
modeling software (ETAP preferred). · Experience with AutoCAD. ·
Working knowledge of NERC Standards as applicable to Generator
Owners and Generator Operators. · Working knowledge of the National
Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety
in the Workplace. · Must be able to manage multiple projects. ·
Must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills. · Must
have the ability to read, write, and speak English at a level that
will permit the employee to understand and communicate information
in a manner that will enable the employee to safely and efficiently
perform the job duties. Physical Requirements · Must be able to
work in plant operating areas, including exposure to noise,
vibrations, heat, and cold. · Must be able to wear any required
protective equipment, as required by safety procedures and
regulations. · Job requires sitting and/or standing for long
periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling. ·
The ability to work at a computer and monitor, and use repetitive
motion for long periods of time. · The ability to safely operate
4WD light vehicles on highways and dirt roads. LI-SW1
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