Terra-Gen, LLC

Engineer, Electrical

Mojave, CA

full_time

About This Job

Description SUMMARY

This remote-based role is part of the High Voltage Operations department, where the electrical engineer will play a key role in analyzing operational events, identifying root causes, and developing solutions. Responsibilities include interpreting relay data and oscillography, assessing test results, and collaborating with field technicians to diagnose issues occurring in the field.

Through close communication with field teams, the engineer will contribute to project scoping, budget estimation, design, and commissioning efforts—ensuring end-to-end involvement in the full project lifecycle. Over time, this role may also include reviewing and providing feedback on consultant-engineered design packages for new sites.

The position offers exposure to a wide range of engineering challenges, allowing for professional growth and development across multiple focus areas. Engineers in this role should be comfortable researching IEEE standards, liaising with manufacturers, and utilizing various technical resources to develop solutions.

Expected travel is approximately 10-20%, primarily for commissioning, project scoping, training, and witness testing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Other duties may be assigned as needed)

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Adheres to, supports and complies with all company safety and environmental policies and practices. Ensures all employees, contractors and visitors conduct themselves safely and within company policies and regulatory guidelines.

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Complete required annual safety training.

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Participate in job specific training both classroom and hands on training.

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Conduct engineering analysis of operational events and relay functions.

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Assist in the commissioning and testing of relay settings.

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Monitor and evaluate transformer data and test reports.

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Design electrical schematics for existing projects requiring new or upgraded relays or other electrical equipment.

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Develop relay settings and perform fault study modeling.

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Participate in site acceptance testing of transformers.

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Review engineering work and proposals submitted by consultants.

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Pursue continuous learning and training to enhance personal skills and support career development.

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Travel as required for project needs.

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Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Requirements EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE

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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

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At least 5 years of relevant experience in high voltage or renewable energy operations, design, and/or field engineering

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Proven ability to conduct independent research to identify and implement solutions

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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within diverse teams

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Self-sufficient and highly motivated, capable of working independently while driving projects forward

Preferred Qualifications

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7–15 years of experience in electrical engineering

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Hands-on experience testing relays using Doble Test Sets

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Expertise in relay coordination and relay setting design

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Proficiency in ETAP for power system analysis

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Experience programming RTACs for automation and control

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Strong technical knowledge of transformers, including testing and diagnostics

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NETA certification is highly desirable

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Familiarity with arc-flash analysis and mitigation strategies

Language Skills

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Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

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Ability to communicate orally with other employees including the proper use of a radio.

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Ability to follow instructions and follow directions from team members.

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Ability to write routine correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

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Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

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Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Communication Skills

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Ability to read and interpret work from simple and/or complex instructions.

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Ability to effectively communicate with others.

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Ability to write routine correspondence.

Reasoning Ability & Decision-making Skills

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Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

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Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

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Must be organized, with an ability to stay focused on assigned tasks and possess an attention to detail.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

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Possess a valid driver’s license for the state in which you are applying.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

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Lifting/lowering 25 to 40 lbs., lifting carrying up to 50 and up to 100 lbs. with assistance; pushing and pulling 45 to 60 lbs.; frequent reaching, squatting, crouching, standing, balance, manual dexterity, stooping, kneeling, walking and sitting.

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Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to the risk of electrical shock.

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The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.

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The employee is exposed to adverse, outside weather conditions such as high winds, wet/snow and/or humid conditions; extreme heat/cold; precarious places; and vibration.

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The noise level in the work environment is usually loud on occasion can be very loud.

Terra-Gen is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with Americans with Disabilities Act and related laws and regulations as applicable. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with federal, state or local requirements such as the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Employees must be authorized to work in the US and employment is contingent upon presentation of acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization, as detailed on Form I-9. Terra-Gen provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, paid holidays, and 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match. The posted compensation is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California. This salary range may also be modified in the future, depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location.

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