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Senior Electrical Engineer - Power

Faith Technologies · Pewaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Jun 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time a design error was found late in a project. How did you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they own mistakes, communicate them early and fix them carefully.

How do you mentor junior engineers and designers while staying on top of your own deliverables?

What they are checking: Whether they can support the design team and still meet their own deadlines as a senior engineer.

What draws you to power generation and distribution work specifically?

What they are checking: Whether they have the genuine interest in generation and distribution that the posting asks for.

What would you do

You are working under a Principal Engineer who disagrees with your design approach. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can defend their reasoning respectfully and accept guidance without losing ownership.

A client asks for a design change late in the project that affects your protective relay settings. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they evaluate technical impact thoroughly before agreeing, and communicate schedule and cost effects.

About the work

Walk me through how you approach the electrical design of a power plant system from one-lines through detailed design.

What they are checking: Whether they can own all aspects of electrical design on a project, as the posting expects.

Tell me about a load flow or coordination study you performed. What did it reveal, and what design changes came from it?

What they are checking: Whether their study experience is real and whether they act on results, not just run software.

How do the electrical design challenges differ between a combustion turbine plant and a solar or wind facility?

What they are checking: Whether they understand both traditional and renewable generation, which the posting names explicitly.

How do you size and protect motors and other electric machinery in a plant auxiliary system?

What they are checking: Whether they have a solid grasp of electric machinery and protection, core skills listed in the posting.

How do you coordinate your electrical design with mechanical, civil and controls disciplines on a plant project?

What they are checking: Whether they work well across disciplines, which keeps power projects from clashing in the field.

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The full job description

As published by Faith Technologies.

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care . In this role, you’ll help bring major energy projects to life by leading electrical engineering and design of power plant systems working collaboratively with PEC electrical engineering and design staff. The Senior Electrical Engineer – Power will be responsible for all aspects of the electrical design on a specific project, supported by other members of the company and under the supervision of Principal Engineers or Senior Electrical Consultants. Attributes desired of the successful candidate include a strong interest in the generation and distribution of electrical energy through both the traditional application of fossil fuels (boilers, combustion turbines and diesel / gas fired engines) as well as the use of renewable energy sources such as biomass, solar, and wind. A strong background in electric machinery, circuit analysis, controls, logic systems, and power distribution system design is desirable. Experience in conducting load flow and coordination studies in ETAP is a plus. Strong project management and communication skills, both written and verbal are required as well as an attention to detail. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Experience: 12+ years of progressive electrical engineering related experience in one or more areas, i.e. Low and Medium Voltage Switchgear and Distribution, Utility Interconnection, Relay Protection, and General Electrical System Design. 15 years is preferred. Travel: 5-15% Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Assignments will normally include detailed design related activities such as development of schematics, specification of electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear, motor control center, battery systems, etc.), development of electrical equipment layouts, selection of appropriate cabling for the applications, general layout of conduit and cable tray, selection of specialty equipment, development of cable routing, and preparation of engineering documents to support construction and operation. • Develop electrical system models using ETAP. Evaluating voltage drops, short circuit currents, and grounding systems. Perform calculations as required. • The individual will work in a project team atmosphere and will be expected to take a leadership role in electrical design aspects of various projects. • Review vendor drawings and incorporate into plant design as required. • Select electrical components to support project design through development of specifications and drawings (breakers, disconnect switches, switchgear, cable, etc.). • Develop lighting system designs and component selections. • Participate in project reviews, design checks, and quality assurance steps to ensure alignment with client expectations • Lead efforts to resolve coordination issues between different aspects of design (mechanical, structural, civil, electrical). • Professional registration in one or more states or the ability to gain registration is desired. • Performs other related duties as required and assigned. The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive? If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future. Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success. FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package. Benefits are the Game-Changer We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today! Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

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