Principal Engineer
About this role
Drive the future of energy by leading the engineering strategy for power generation, POIs, plant siting and/or resource placement in ERCOT, the epicenter of the AI and data center boom! As a Principal Engineer expert, you will evaluate and execute critical projects while providing vital engineering support for corporate development with LCRA service territory. Our mission is to improve the lives of Central Texas and our teams are dedicated to service with safety as a top priority!
How You’ll Contribute
- Leverage critical thinking and analytical engineering principles to evaluate potential projects.
- Spearhead various projects ensuring accountability and timely completion of all deliverables.
- Deliver concise reporting evaluations to drive definitive “Go/No-Go” recommendations based on feasibility and strategic alignment.
- Partner with external and internal stakeholders to align strategic business objectives into practical cost-effective roadmaps.
- Leverage a high level of adaptability and collaborate with a tight-knit team to drive success in evolving projects.
How You’re Qualified
- Bachelors degree in engineering, engineering technology, engineering physics, biosystems engineering, mathematical science, physical science or related science plus fifteen or more years of post-Bachelors engineering experience relating to the area of engineering specialization required to perform the job, including project management and providing technical leadership in engineering or other relevant experience.
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas
- Driver's license
How You’ll Stand Out
- Experience operating a power generator.
- Proficient in entrepreneurial execution of new projects.
- Proficient in analyzing reports and conducting technical evaluations.
How We’ll Support You
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Equal Opportunity Employer
- LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
- LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Company at a glance
LCRA exists to serve the people of Texas. It’s been that way since the state Legislature created us in 1934. We continue that legacy today by providing a multitude of vital services to our customers and communities. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy and community service.
LCRA produces and delivers electric power, manages the lower Colorado River and provides a reliable water supply, manages a public parks system and supports community development.
We are funded by revenue we generate, the vast majority of which comes from generating and transmitting electricity. A very small portion of our revenue comes from selling water. We do not receive state appropriations or have the ability to levy taxes.
We have deep roots in Texas, dating as far back as the Great Depression of the 1930s. We built the chain of dams that tamed the Colorado River and brought power to rural Central Texas for the first time.
Top Benefits
- Healthcare
- Wellness
- Time Off
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