Application Guide

How to Apply for Electrical Engineer - Natural Gas

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is at the forefront of scalable low-carbon solutions, uniquely combining clean electricity and fuels for retail and wholesale markets. Their focus on natural gas power plants as a bridge to renewables offers engineers a chance to work on critical infrastructure that reduces emissions while ensuring grid reliability.

About This Role

As an Electrical Engineer for natural gas plants, you'll lead technical design and construction activities for reciprocating engines and gas turbines, serving as the go-to expert for electrical systems from generator interfaces to protective relaying. Your work directly impacts the successful deployment of low-carbon power generation.

💡 A Day in the Life

You'll start your day reviewing electrical design packages from EPC contractors, flagging any non-compliance with NFPA/IEEE standards. Mid-morning, you might join a call with the project team to discuss switchgear procurement or relay settings. After lunch, you could review commissioning test results from a site startup, then spend the afternoon updating technical specifications for the next project phase.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • An electrical engineer with 8+ years in power generation, oil & gas, or heavy industry, specifically with natural gas reciprocating engines and gas turbines.
  • Deep expertise in medium/high-voltage power systems, switchgear, transformers, and protective relaying, with hands-on experience in design review and commissioning.
  • Proficient in relevant codes (NFPA, IEEE, NEC) and comfortable validating EPC contractor designs to ensure compliance.
  • A proactive problem-solver who can lead technical activities remotely while coordinating with field teams during construction and startup.

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Highlight specific natural gas power plant projects you've worked on, detailing your role in electrical system design or commissioning.

2

Quantify your experience with reciprocating engines or gas turbines—mention MW capacity, voltage levels, or number of units.

3

Showcase your ability to review and challenge EPC designs by providing an example where you improved safety or efficiency.

4

Emphasize remote collaboration skills; mention tools you've used (e.g., BIM 360, Bluebeam) and how you coordinate with field teams.

5

Tailor your resume to include keywords like 'protective relaying,' 'medium-voltage switchgear,' and 'NEC compliance' to pass ATS filters.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for low-carbon energy solutions and how this role aligns with Intersect Power's mission.", 'Specific examples of leading electrical design for natural gas plants, especially with reciprocating engines or gas turbines.', 'Your experience with EPC contractor oversight and ensuring code compliance (NFPA, IEEE, NEC).', 'Your ability to work remotely while managing technical activities across multiple project sites.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Intersect Power's project portfolio, focusing on their natural gas plants and how they integrate with renewable energy.
  • → Understand their 'low-carbon solutions' approach—do they use carbon capture, hydrogen blending, or other technologies?
  • → Check recent news or press releases to see if they've announced new projects or partnerships in natural gas.
  • → Investigate their company culture and remote work policies—look for employee testimonials on sites like Glassdoor.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you resolved a complex electrical design issue during construction of a natural gas power plant.
2 How do you ensure protective relaying coordination for a plant with multiple generators and utility interconnection?
3 Walk me through your approach to reviewing an EPC contractor's electrical design for a 100 MW reciprocating engine plant.
4 What are the key differences in electrical system design between reciprocating engines and gas turbines?
5 How do you stay updated on evolving codes like NFPA 70 (NEC) and IEEE standards for power generation?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Failing to demonstrate specific natural gas plant experience—generic power system experience won't suffice.
  • Overlooking the remote aspect; don't assume occasional travel is enough—show you can lead technical work from afar.
  • Ignoring the importance of EPC contractor management; this role requires strong vendor oversight, not just design skills.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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