Senior Electrical Engineer, (III)

Calpine Corporation is helping meet the needs of an economy that demands more and cleaner sources of electricity. Founded in 1984, Calpine is a major North American power company, capable of delivering nearly 24,000 megawatts of clean, reliable and fuel-efficient elecricity to customers and communities in 18 U.S. states and three Canadian provinces. Calpine owns, leases and operates integrated systems of fuel-efficient natural gas-fired and renewable geothermal power plants. Responds to unplanned plant outages, assisting plant staff with root cause determination and corrective action implementation. Determines extent of concern to the operating fleet and makes corrective and preventive action recommendations on a technical, schedule and cost basis.   Provide a leadership role in the development and resolution of major technical issues effecting safety, reliability, availability, and efficient plant/fleet operations. Prepare comprehensive technical bulletins for distribution to the operating fleet. Develops standards to optimize plant electrical systems and equipment operation. Support capitol projects via the preparation of technical specifications, contracting documentation, and scope of work.   Owner’s Engineer responsibility while interfacing with  OEM’s, ISO’s, local utilities, Architectural Engineering (A/E) firms, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction.   Qualifications 1.      Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET accredited university.2.      A minimum of five years experience in power generation engineering with strong  technical leadership skills with regard to project implementation, root cause analysis, system troubleshooting, and utility interfacing.3.      Proficient with electrical system protection analysis.4.      Experience with the application of industry codes and standards as related to electrical equipment and plant systems.5.      Design experience with new or retrofit power projects preferred.6.      Professional Electrical Engineering registration and license preferred.7.      Superior verbal and written communication skills.8.      Minimum computer literacy requirements: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. powerful performers Calpine is a leading independent power producer in the United States, delivering clean, reliable energy to a power hungry nation. Here your entrepreneurial decision-making can take wing, and our culture encourages professional and personal growth. Add to that, a strong compensation and benefits package, plus career development and advancement, and Calpine adds up to a powerful place for you to thrive. position information Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer, (III) Company: Calpine Corporation Location: Folsom Status: Full Time Job Category: Engineering contact information Company: Calpine Corporation Reference Code: 14027