Principal Electrical Engineer ( {{city}}) Job at Motive Energy, Tustin, CA

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  • Motive Energy
  • Tustin, CA

Job Description

Principal Electrical Engineer – Clean Energy Systems

Location: Tustin | Full-Time | Renewable Energy Sector

Design the power systems that will drive the energy transition.

We’re looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge clean energy systems — from utility-scale solar PV and battery storage to EV charging infrastructure and microgrids. You’ll own the full engineering lifecycle, shape grid-interconnected solutions, and work on high-impact projects that power schools, cities, and businesses with clean energy.

If you're a licensed California PE with deep experience in electrical systems and a passion for sustainability, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the design of solar PV, battery storage, off-grid microgrids, and EV charging systems.
  • Develop full construction drawing sets, including single-line and three-line diagrams, in compliance with NEC, IEEE, and utility interconnection requirements.
  • Perform interconnection studies, prepare application packages, and create dynamic system models .
  • Conduct power system studies, including load flow, arc flash, short circuit, harmonic analysis , and protective device coordination.
  • Visit job sites to assess electrical infrastructure and identify optimal ESS, PV, and EVCS installation locations.
  • Manage vendor relationships and integrate innovative DER technologies into scalable solutions.
  • Collaborate with clients, utilities, and contractors to resolve RFIs, code issues, and design changes.
  • Write compelling technical reports and proposals that explain complex energy solutions in simple terms.
  • Ensure every design complies with safety codes and aligns with client, jurisdictional, and utility standards.

What You Bring

  • California PE license (Required)
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in power distribution, utility interconnection, or DER systems
  • Expertise in system design for solar PV, energy storage, EV infrastructure, and/or microgrids
  • Strong knowledge of electrical codes and utility interconnection procedures
  • Experience using ETAP, SKM, or similar tools for power studies and system modeling
  • Familiarity with developing bills of material , equipment specs, and routing plans
  • Ability to balance big-picture vision with technical depth and attention to detail
  • Exceptional communication skills to engage with clients, regulators, and cross-functional teams

Why Join Us?

  • Help accelerate the shift to clean energy by working on large-scale, high-visibility projects.
  • Be part of a tight-knit, mission-driven engineering team tackling some of the most complex power system challenges in the industry.
  • Enjoy autonomy, innovation, and leadership opportunities in a fast-growing sector.
  • Competitive salary, full benefits, and long-term career growth.
  • Ready to lead the next generation of power system design? Apply now and help build the grid of the future.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, For contractors, Shift work,

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