Staff Electrical Engineer - Austin, TX

Only for registered members Austin, TX, United States

1 day ago

$145,000 - $230,000 (USD) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

Who We Are · Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. (NYSE: AESI) is a leading solutions provider to the energy industry. Atlas' portfolio of offerings includes oilfield logistics, distributed power systems, and the largest proppant supply network in the Permian Basin. With a focus on levera ...

Job description

Who We Are

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. (NYSE: AESI) is a leading solutions provider to the energy industry. Atlas' portfolio of offerings includes oilfield logistics, distributed power systems, and the largest proppant supply network in the Permian Basin. With a focus on leveraging technology, automation, and remote operations to enhance efficiencies, Atlas is centered around a core mission of improving human beings' access to hydrocarbons that power our lives and, by doing so, maximizing value creation for our shareholders.

We're very excited about what we see in front of us, and we think you will be too

How You Will Make an Impact

The Staff Electrical Engineer serves as a senior technical authority responsible for system architecture, engineering governance, and complex power system decision-making across the organization's power generation and microgrid portfolio. This role reports directly to the Director of Electrical Engineering and supports the execution of electrical engineering standards, system designs, and construction deliverables across power distribution, microgrid, and modular generation projects.

Partnering closely with the Director of Electrical Engineering, this position defines scalable, utility-grade electrical solutions, establishes engineering standards, and resolves high-risk technical challenges that impact multiple projects and long-term system performance.

Responsibilities

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for power systems, generator integration, and electrical controls.
Define and approve electrical system architectures for modular and scalable power plants.
Lead and approve complex construction drawing packages and engineering deliverables.
Author, approve, and maintain corporate electrical standards, specifications, and design guidelines.
Lead advanced power system studies and protection philosophies.
Provide final technical authority for generator control and interconnection strategies.
Interface with utilities, AHJs, third-party engineers, and owners' engineers.
Lead high-risk commissioning, troubleshooting, and failure investigations.
Mentor Senior Electrical Engineers and guide technical development across teams.
Support long-range technical planning and CAPEX strategy.
Participate in executive-level safety and technical risk reviews.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
10–15+ years of experience in power systems engineering, generation, or utility-scale electrical design.
Demonstrated leadership in:

Electrical system architecture
Generator control and integration
Construction documentation standards

Expert technical writing and documentation capability.
Proven ability to resolve complex technical challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

Expert-level experience with ETAP or SKM Power Tools.
Extensive experience developing and enforcing electrical standards and specifications.
Professional Engineering (PE) license in TX, NM, WY, or CO, or actively working toward licensure.
Experience serving as Engineer of Record (EOR) or supporting stamped designs.
Experience interfacing with utilities and regulatory authorities.

How You Will Stand Out

You are hands-on, practical, and understand how designs translate to the field.
You take pride in producing clean, accurate, and buildable drawings.
You work well within a structured engineering organization while being adaptable in fast-paced project environments.
You approach problems methodically and communicate clearly with engineers, electricians, and project teams.
You handle confidential and proprietary information with professionalism and integrity.

What You Will Love About Us

Best People and Team. Great Place to Work, Hire Vets, Top Place to Work For – Austin American-Statesman
Your Well-Being Is a Priority. 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision
Invest in Your Future. 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Relax and Recharge. Paid time off (non-rotational roles) and 15+ company-paid holidays

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