Senior or Staff Electrical Engineer

Antora builds and deploys thermal energy storage to power always-on industrial operations and data centers with low-cost energy. Factory-built in California, Antora's thermal batteries deliver reliable and cost-effective heat and power for industrial loads of any size. Antora is electrifying global industry while supporting U.S. manufacturing jobs, lowering costs for energy consumers, and enhancing the competitiveness of American industry.

We are growing our company with people who put team and mission first, value connection through laughter and joy, and build with humility and openness. We are committed to continue building a diverse, passionate, and creative team dedicated to a future where every industrial facility, everywhere on earth, is powered by abundant, clean, low-cost energy.

Position Summary

Antora is seeking a skilled and motivated Sr. Electrical Engineer to join our growing team. As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing electrical systems for our innovative thermal energy storage system. Your expertise will be essential in defining electrical scope and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety practices. This role requires a deep understanding of electrical distribution, transformation, and control of large (>100MW) medium voltage systems.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and specify medium-voltage protective relay architectures and control schematics. Author protective relay settings files, logic matrices, and point-to-point wiring diagrams for utility-grade microprocessor-based relays (e.g., SEL, GE).
• Own and execute advanced electrical power system studies, including load flow, short-circuit calculation, motor starting, transient stability, and arc-flash hazard analysis in absolute accordance with IEEE and NFPA guidelines.
• Support electrical engineering, construction, and commissioning activities at the Company's R&D sites, including installation of transformers, panelboards, cables and raceways, grounding system, and protective devices.
• Review vendor materials quotations, evaluate technical bid evaluations, and recommend selections based on technical merit along with price and delivery. Collaborate with Supply Chain to procure equipment and materials.
• Coordinate engineering/design execution, planning, and interface to ensure compliance with applicable codes, environmental guidelines, quality assurance program, project schedule, and budget.
• Working knowledge of equipment and cable sizing, grounding calculations, lighting, conduit/cable tray fill, and electrical studies (load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, and transient stability)
• Define electrical architecture and develop one-line diagrams for the first-of-its-kind thermal storage R&D and commercial facilities.
• Prepare electrical load lists and equipment datasheets, develop specifications, commissioning, and maintenance procedures.

Key Qualifications

• BSEE with at least 5 years of related experience.
• Electrical equipment requisitioning experience up to 35kV.
• Electrical Power System studies experience with ETAP or SKM Power Tools.
• Familiarity with protective relays and electrical control system components.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple simultaneous goals.

Additional Qualifications Desired

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or ability to obtain it in a reasonable timeframe.
• Familiarity with DNP3, IEC61850, and other communication standards.
• Field engineering & construction support at medium to large industrial facilities.
• Experience working with EPCs on projects from pre-FEED to detailed engineering and design, commissioning, and startup.

Work Location: Onsite - San Jose, CA

Salary Range: $129,000 USD - $225,000 USD

Salary Basis: Annual

Please note that the salary range listed above reflects Antora Energy's estimated pay for this position. The actual salary offered will be within the posted range and determined based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experiences, credentials and expertise, as they pertain to the position's requirements.

In addition to a competitive base salary, Antora Energy's Total Rewards program includes equity compensation in the form of stock options, a premium health benefits package with life and disability insurance, a 401K plan with employer contributions, flexible spending accounts, and an industry leading paid-time-off policy that features flexible and inclusive holiday observance, as well as paid volunteer time off.

When it comes to stopping climate change, we need everyone. We believe that having a diversity of backgrounds and experiences strengthens all of us, and we strive to create an environment where every one of us is empowered to create meaningful change.

Benefits

Compensation & Paid Time Off

• Competitive salary
• Stock options
• 401k plan with company match
• Clean commute stipend
• 15 paid vacation days per year, increasing with tenure
• 12 paid holidays (10 fixed, 2 of your choosing)
• 16 hours of volunteer time off
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• 24 hours of wellbeing time off

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical coverage for employees & dependents
• Health savings account option with employer contribution
• Vision, dental, and life coverage
• Flexible spending account & dependent care account options
• Subsidized backup childcare, senior care, and petcare
• 80 hours of sick leave
• Personalized access to mental health support

Facilities & Community

• Kitchen with a variety of healthy snacks & drinks
• On-site gym with fitness equipment
• On-site showers and bike parking
• Dedicated mothers' room
• Team volunteer events
• Monthly social gatherings
• Foosball table and lawn games for breaks and friendly competition