ON.energy

Principal Electrical Engineer

Houston, Texas, United States; Miami, Florida, United States; Reston, Virginia, United States Full-time Hybrid
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<div class="content-intro"><p>ON.energy<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>is setting the standard for large load interconnection. ON’s patented AI UPS™ is a medium-voltage UPS that serves as a firewall, protecting the data center from the grid, and the grid from the data center. With multiple gigawatts currently under construction, we are enabling grid-safe data centers. </p></div><div>

<p><span data-contrast="none">We are seeking a </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Principal Electrical Engineer</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> to serve as a technical leader across On.Energy's product portfolio. This is a </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">product-focused, senior individual contributor role</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> requiring breadth across </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">power systems, electrical design, systems integration and electrical codes and standards</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">. You will set electrical engineering technical direction, lead complex design work, establish electrical standards, and mentor engineering teams across the Hardware Engineering team.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></p>

<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">What You'll Do</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":320,"335559739":80,"335572079":6,"335572080":4,"335572081":10050591,"469789806":"single"}"> </span></p>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Serve as the </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">technical authority</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> for electrical system design across On.Energy product lines.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Lead </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">electrical architecture design</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> including power distribution, protection coordination, grounding strategy, surge protection and overall electrical system integration.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Support design verification through domain </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">electrical design standards, specifications, and review frameworks</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> for the product portfolio e.g. NFPA 70, IEEE, ANSI and UL standards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Stablish verification methods</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> to demonstrate electrical design compliance to technical requirements e.g. analytical, simulation or testing.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Perform and review </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">electrical calculations, load flow, short circuit, arc flash, protection, EMI, voltage surge studies</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Lead</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">design reviews and support root cause analyses</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> for both new product development and field issues.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Compile and validate product technical information packages</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> including but not limited to SLDs, specs, and compliance documentation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Recommend </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">vendors, components, and design approaches</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> for key electrical equipment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Mentor and develop senior and mid-level electrical engineering knowledge across Hardware Engineering team.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Required Qualifications</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":320,"335559739":80,"335572079":6,"335572080":4,"335572081":10050591,"469789806":"single"}"> </span></p>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">10 to 15+ years</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> of electrical engineering experience in electrical systems analysis, energy storage, or industrial applications.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Expert knowledge of </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">electrical power systems analysis, protection schemes, and grounding/bonding, EMI and overvoltage phenomena.</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Proven ability to produce and review </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">SLDs, schematics, and electrical specifications</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> at product level.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="14" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Strong familiarity with </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">NEC, IEEE, IEC, and UL standards</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> applicable to electrical equipment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="15" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Excellent communication skills across technical and executive audiences.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="16" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Willing to travel up to 20% for prototype testing and product commissioning.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Preferred Plus</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":320,"335559739":80,"335572079":6,"335572080":4,"335572081":10050591,"469789806":"single"}"> </span></p>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="17" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">PE license or equivalent certification.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

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<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="18" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Background in </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">data center electrical backbone design.</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="19" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Experience with UL9540, NFPA 855, UL1741, UL1778 and other related battery storage standards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

<ul>

<li data-leveltext="•" data-font="" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":540,"335559991":270,"469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"•","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="20" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Experience with </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">battery systems, power electronics, UPS, or mission-critical power</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> system design.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":60,"335559739":60}"> </span></li>

</ul>

</div><div class="content-conclusion"><hr>

<p><strong>For US-based roles - What you’ll get:</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility</li>

<li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li>

<li>401(k) with company match</li>

<li>Paid time off and company holidays </li>

</ul>

<p><strong>For Mexico-based roles - What you’ll get:</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibility</li>

<li>Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days</li>

<li>Major medical expenses and life insurance</li>

<li>Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>For all roles:</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Professional development and growth opportunities</li>

<li>Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy</li>

<li>Equal Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.</li>

<li>Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.</li>

</ul>

<p><strong data-start="453" data-end="471">Agency Notice:</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>ON.energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted without a fully executed Master Services Agreement (MSA) and a written request from an authorized member of our Talent Acquisition team will be considered the property of ON.energy. No placement fees or compensation will be paid for unsolicited candidate submissions.</p></div>

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What does the Principal Electrical Engineer role at ON.energy involve?

The Principal Electrical Engineer position at ON.energy in Houston, Texas, United States; Miami, Florida, United States; Reston, Virginia, United States is a full-time role. <div class="content-intro"><p>ON.energy<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>is setting the standard for large load interconnection. ON’s patented AI UPS™ is a medium-voltage UPS that serves as a firewall, protecting the data center from the grid, and the grid from the data center. With multiple gigawatts currently under construction, we are enabling grid-safe data centers. </p></div><div> <p><span data-contrast="none">We are seeking a </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Principal Electrical Engineer</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> to serve as a technical leader across On.

What skills are required for Principal Electrical Engineer at ON.energy?

Key skills for this role include: ECS, RDS, API.

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This position is Hybrid. Expect a combination of office and remote work, typically based in Houston, Texas, United States; Miami, Florida, United States; Reston, Virginia, United States.

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About This Role

Principal Electrical Engineer at ON.energy is a full-time engineering position in Houston, Texas, United States; Miami, Florida, United States; Reston, Virginia, United States. Key skills include ECS, RDS, API. Education: Doctorate preferred. Experience: 7+ years.

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