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Senior Electrical Engineer - Hydropower

Hatch • Charlotte, NC • 7h ago

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Date:Nov 5, 2025

Location: Charlotte, NC, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID: 96880

Job Category: Energy

Location: Charlotte, NC, United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining (https://www.hatch.com/Projects/Metals-And-Minerals) ,energy (https://www.hatch.com/Projects/Energy) , andinfrastructure (http://bit.ly/HatchProjectsInfrastructure) , our10,000 colleagues (http://bit.ly/3l3V1N3) in150 countries (https://bit.ly/2TTgBIl) tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our energy expertise in the oil and gas sector comprises the entire value chain - upstream, midstream, and downstream; and in the power sector includes thermal, nuclear, waterpower, renewable, hybrid, transmission and distribution, and grid modernization. Join our vision of a low-carbon world and help make positive change!

Hatch is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Hydropower and Dams team. This role is a unique opportunity for a technically strong individual who also thrives in project leadership and business development. You will play a key role in driving project success, building client relationships, and growing our business.

We are seeking an experienced engineer with design experience of electrical balance of plant and auxiliary electrical systems at hydroelectric generating stations. Such systems include low/medium/high voltage switchgears, transformers, motors and motor control centers, lighting, cabling, control systems, PLC's, protection, and grounding.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

Lead a project to deliver high-quality electrical engineering and design work on time and within budget.

Provide technical oversight, mentorship, and quality assurance for all electrical deliverables.

Prepare and review calculations, equipment specifications, and vendor documentation.

Check vendor drawings and data for compliance with specifications

Develop conceptual designs, studies, reports, and proposals.

Prepare detailed design, supply, construction and installation specifications.

Visit project sites and other Hatch design offices for project related activities as required.

Project Management

Serve as the Project Manager or Engineering Lead on select projects, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and resource planning.

Coordinate with multi-discipline teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Track project metrics and proactively manage risks and issues.

Ensure effective communication with internal teams and client stakeholders.

Business Development

Actively contribute to client relationship management, identifying new opportunities and maintaining ongoing engagement.

Support proposal development, including scope definition, estimating, and client presentations.

Collaborate with the team to develop strategic plans for market growth.

Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and client meetings to enhance visibility and credibility.

Industry Expertise:

Experience in the Hydropower Industry.

Familiar with designing and maintaining electrical systems in hydroelectric power plants.

Leading a team in the design of power systems, including diagrams, layouts and detailed drawings for switchgear, control panels and power distribution centers.

Selecting and sizing electrical equipment, such as transformers, switchgear and control panels

Testing and commissioning electrical equipment and systems.

Familiar with SCADA systems design and operation and other plant control systems.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; registered as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and have the ability to register in additional states as required.

8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in an EPCM environment for industrial or energy sector projects.

Proven experience in project management or engineering management.

Knowledge of industry, regulatory codes, and standards.

Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams and dynamic environments.

Why join us?

Work withgreat people (https://bit.ly/36124ja) to make a difference

Collaborate on excitingprojects (http://bit.ly/HatchProjects) to develop innovative solutions

Top employer (https://bit.ly/3p39hIa)

What we offer you?

Flexible work environment

Long term career development

Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects thediversity (http://bit.ly/2JuRZAT) of thecommunities (https://bit.ly/2kx24hB) in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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