Principal Electrical Engineer (Dallas)

Principal Electrical Engineer – Power Systems (Technical Authority) Location: Dallas, TX - hybrid Sector: Mission-Critical / Industrial Power Salary: $180,000 - $200,000 This is a high-level, hands-on technical leadership role focused on designing and delivering large-scale electrical infrastructure. You’ll operate as the go-to subject matter expert across complex power systems, owning system architecture and guiding technical direction across multiple high-value projects. This is not a people management role.

It’s about technical ownership, client interaction, and setting engineering standards. What You’ll Be Doing Leading full system design across: MV/LV distribution Substations and switchgear Generators and UPS systems Owning system architecture and technical decisions on complex projects Acting as the technical authority across multiple concurrent programmes Developing and reviewing: Single line diagrams Protection and coordination studies Schematics and equipment layouts Engaging directly with clients to define scalable, resilient solutions Mentoring engineers and elevating technical standards Driving consistency and best practice across design delivery What You’ll Need 15–20+ years’ experience in electrical power systems Deep expertise in “big power” infrastructure Strong experience with: Substations MV/LV distribution Protection & coordination (SEL relays ideally) Proven track record delivering complex industrial or mission-critical projects Experience working in engineering consultancies, utilities, or EPC environments Degree in Electrical Engineering (advanced degree beneficial) Highly Desirable PE License Data centre or mission-critical project experience Experience acting as technical lead across multiple large programmes