Title:

Plant Electrical Engineer Location:

Knoxville, TN area

Pay:

$125,000-$160,000 + ST OT + 5% Bonus +

Relocation Assistance Schedule:

This role will work Mon-Friday or Mon-Thur 4/10s schedule Why Work Here? This is an opportunity to get in with one of the premier power generation companies in the area. The plant has viability into the future and the company is building new sites that will provide opportunities for growth in future. A power plant electrical engineer designs, maintains, and oversees electrical systems like generators, transformers, and other electrical equipment to ensure safe and efficient power generation. Key Responsibilities Develop electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and power distribution layouts for plant equipment. Troubleshoot electrical failures, perform root cause analysis, and support predictive maintenance programs. Specify, test, and commission assets such as switchgear, protective relays, batteries, and static excitation systems. Ensure all installations comply with industry codes and safety standards like IEEE, IEC, and OSHA. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related engineering field. Fundamentals of Engineering (FE/EIT) license a plus; Professional Engineer (PE) license valued for senior roles. Proficiency with power system analysis tools (MATLAB, EMTP) and reading complex wiring and loop diagrams. Target is 2+ years as an Electrical Plant Engineer within a heavy industrial environment. #ENG1