Technical Lead Power Systems Engineering

Oakland, CA, US • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 22 minutes ago
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Skills

  • IT Management
  • Systems Engineering
  • SANS
  • Systems Design
  • Electrical Systems
  • Schematics
  • Reliability Engineering
  • NEC
  • nesC
  • Adobe Flash
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Design Review
  • Auditing
  • Collaboration
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Specification Gathering
  • Technical Support
  • Management
  • Communication
  • FOCUS
  • Energy
  • Data Centers
  • GRID
  • Systems Analysis
  • ETAP
  • PSCAD
  • AutoCAD
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Autodesk Revit
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Documentation
  • Reporting

Summary

Role: Technical Lead - Power Systems Engineering

Location: Oakland, CA

10+ years of experience in this field



Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

Power system analysis software (ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PowerWorld, CYME)

AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical / Revit (preferred)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)



Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Power System Design & Analysis

Perform power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, motor starting, and transient stability (as applicable).

Design and review medium and highvoltage electrical systems, including substations, switchgear, transformers, and protective devices.

Develop single-line diagrams, schematics, grounding plans, and equipment layouts.



Protection, Controls & Reliability

Develop and review protective relay settings and coordination studies.

Support system reliability, redundancy, and fault mitigation strategies.

Evaluate system performance and recommend upgrades or corrective actions.



Standards, Safety & Compliance

Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, IEC, ANSI, NESC).

Support arc flash hazard analysis and electrical safety compliance.

Participate in design reviews, audits, and regulatory or utility interconnections.



Project & Stakeholder Support

Collaborate with project managers, mechanical/civil engineers, utilities, vendors, and clients.

Review vendor submittals, technical specifications, and factory acceptance tests (FATs).

Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and system energization.



Documentation & Reporting

Prepare technical reports, calculations, drawings, and design packages.

Clearly communicate findings and recommendations to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.



Required Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Strong understanding of power systems theory and electrical equipment.

Experience with power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PowerWorld, CYME, or similar).

Knowledge of electrical safety and industry standards.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple technical tasks.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.



Preferred Qualifications

Master s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems focus preferred).

Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.

Experience with renewable energy, data centers, utilities, or industrial facilities.

Experience with protective relays and substation design.

Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and grid codes.



Tools & Technologies

Power system analysis software (ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, PowerWorld, CYME)

AutoCAD / AutoCAD Electrical / Revit (preferred)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Generic Managerial Skills, If any

Documentation & Reporting

Prepare technical reports, calculations, drawings, and design packages.

Clearly communicate findings and recommendations to technical and non technical stakeholders.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 91018020
  • Position Id: PDT - 10796-11931-1775221059
  • Posted 3 hours ago

Company Info

About Purple Drive Technologies LLC

Founded in 2007, Purple Drive started as a tech solutions firm and has grown into a full-service consulting and talent partner. We help businesses navigate complex technology challenges while connecting top professionals with career-defining opportunities.

We believe in transforming businesses through smart IT solutions and empowering technologists to grow their expertise through challenging projects and meaningful partnerships. Built on over 20 years of trusted relationships, we create success stories for both our clients and the talented professionals who drive innovation forward.

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