Company Summary Statement
Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing.
Overview
This position will perform activities with the planning, execution, and completion of power generation projects like our Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), Solar and Natural Gas Combined Cycle (NGCC) projects, playing a pivotal role in managing the project lifecycle from concept to commissioning. Expertise in project management, coupled with a solid electrical engineering background, will ensure the project meets technical specifications, budgetary constraints, and timeline targets. This position will balance technical oversight with project leadership to drive efficiency, innovation, and project success.
This position will require daily travel to our project sites.
The position will be filled based on the successful candidate's education and experience level.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
Electrical Design Leadership : Spearhead the design and development of electrical systems—power distribution, control systems, and instrumentation—for projects such as NGCC, solar, battery storage, and more.
Project Execution & Planning : Collaborate with the Project Manager on scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for the components of each project.
Ensure Compliance : Maintain adherence to project design, quality standards, budget, and schedule throughout execution.
Cross-Disciplinary Coordination : Work closely with mechanical engineers, construction managers, procurement specialists, and other key stakeholders.
Contractor & Supplier Oversight : Manage the activities of contractors and suppliers related to electrical equipment and services to meet project specifications.
Safety & Regulatory Standards : Ensure all electrical systems adhere to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
System Analysis : Ensure performance of system modeling, fault studies, and reliability analysis to ensure electrical infrastructure robustness.
Commissioning Support : Lead the commissioning, testing, and startup phases of electrical systems, providing technical expertise.
Mentorship & Leadership : Act as a mentor for less-experienced engineers, fostering skill development and technical growth.
Project Documentation : Prepare and maintain detailed electrical schematics, project reports, and operational manuals.
Operations Support : Assist plant operations and maintenance teams with troubleshooting and problem resolution
Essential Functions
Plans and controls all activities to provide an accident-free workplace.
Conducts work activities in accordance with environmental rules and regulations.
Directs the activities of cooperative interns, bargaining unit employees and others, as instructed, as they perform various activities including installation or checkout of new equipment, troubleshooting, testing, tuning, etc.
Performs other duties as directed by management
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- ABET Accredited Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong project management skills with a proven track record in leading sizable electrical engineering projects.
Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and CAD tools.
Extensive knowledge of power systems, electrical machines, and national electrical codes.
Solid understanding of control systems (DCS), PLCs, and SCADA systems.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and technical skills.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities with experience managing teams.
Commitment to continuing education and staying current with industry trends and innovations.
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Basic Qualifications
- ABET Accredited Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong project management skills with a proven track record in leading sizable electrical engineering projects.
Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and CAD tools.
Extensive knowledge of power systems, electrical machines, and national electrical codes.
Solid understanding of control systems (DCS), PLCs, and SCADA systems.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and technical skills.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities with experience managing teams.
Commitment to continuing education and staying current with industry trends and innovations.
#LG&EKU
#INDLGE
Core Responsibilities
Electrical Design Leadership : Spearhead the design and development of electrical systems—power distribution, control systems, and instrumentation—for projects such as NGCC, solar, battery storage, and more.
Project Execution & Planning : Collaborate with the Project Manager on scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for the components of each project.
Ensure Compliance : Maintain adherence to project design, quality standards, budget, and schedule throughout execution.
Cross-Disciplinary Coordination : Work closely with mechanical engineers, construction managers, procurement specialists, and other key stakeholders.
Contractor & Supplier Oversight : Manage the activities of contractors and suppliers related to electrical equipment and services to meet project specifications.
Safety & Regulatory Standards : Ensure all electrical systems adhere to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
System Analysis : Ensure performance of system modeling, fault studies, and reliability analysis to ensure electrical infrastructure robustness.
Commissioning Support : Lead the commissioning, testing, and startup phases of electrical systems, providing technical expertise.
Mentorship & Leadership : Act as a mentor for less-experienced engineers, fostering skill development and technical growth.
Project Documentation : Prepare and maintain detailed electrical schematics, project reports, and operational manuals.
Operations Support : Assist plant operations and maintenance teams with troubleshooting and problem resolution
Essential Functions
Plans and controls all activities to provide an accident-free workplace.
Conducts work activities in accordance with environmental rules and regulations.
Directs the activities of cooperative interns, bargaining unit employees and others, as instructed, as they perform various activities including installation or checkout of new equipment, troubleshooting, testing, tuning, etc.
Performs other duties as directed by management
Remote Work
The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Our company is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.