Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking an Electrical Engineer for a 1-year contract assignment. The role involves providing high-level expertise in system design, grid optimization, and technical risk management while leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams and managing project execution.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-level oversight of engineering and project execution, negotiate technical and regulatory requirements, and influence executive-level project decisions
- Leads multi-disciplinary engineering teams, ensure compliance with industry standards, and optimize technical designs for energy infrastructure
- Acts as the technical authority on engineering standards, practices, and regulatory requirements
- You will manage PPA, LGIA, and OEM testing completion
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 11+ years of experience in PLC programming, preferably Schneider Electric platforms
- Experience of Modbus, DNP3, and industrial communication protocols
- Experience with Ignition SCADA platform and HMI development
- Experience with power systems and utility-scale energy project
- Experience with utility-scale renewable energy or power generation projects
- Knowledge of BESS control systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies
- Familiarity with grid interconnection requirements and utility standards
- Experience with FAT/SAT testing procedures and commissioning protocols
- Full accountability for PPA, LGIA, and OEM testing completion
- Ability to travel up to 25% for project commissioning support
- NERC CIP cybersecurity awareness
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions
Company Overview
Westinghouse Electric Company provides innovative and secure nuclear technology solutions. It was founded in 1886, and is headquartered in Cranberry, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Westinghouse Electric Company has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 2 in 2023, 1 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 4 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.