Electrical Engineer, Operations

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About Fervo Energy

Fervo Energy (NASDAQ: FRVO) is a modern power company developing next-generation geothermal resources to meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable, 24/7 carbon-free energy. Our mission is to transform geothermal into America’s most dependable and affordable source of clean, around-the-clock power. By combining innovations in horizontal drilling, fiber-optic sensing, and advanced reservoir engineering, Fervo has developed a repeatable approach to building utility-scale enhanced geothermal systems. Our flagship Cape Station development in Utah is planned to deliver 500 MW of firm, carbon-free power, and we are advancing a development pipeline of more than 50 GW. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, geoscientists, operators, project builders, and business leaders working to make geothermal a cornerstone of a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future.

Position Description

The Electrical Operations Engineer will serve as the technical authority for all electrical systems at Cape Station, Fervo’s flagship geothermal power facility in Milford, UT. This role will own the reliability and integrity of Cape Station’s medium- and high-voltage power systems, generation interconnection, protection and control infrastructure, and electrical safety program.

This role is operational at its core: the ideal candidate is not primarily a designer, but an engineer who keeps a 24/7 power generation facility running safely and at full output. You will work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and EHS teams to diagnose problems fast, execute improvements, and build the electrical systems and programs that enable Fervo to scale.

Responsibilities

Electrical System Ownership and Reliability: Serve as the site technical authority for all electrical systems, including MV/HV distribution, ORC generator step-up transformers, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and auxiliary power systems. Monitor electrical system performance and develop data-driven reliability improvement programs targeting availability, efficiency, and power quality. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and after-action reviews (AARs) for electrical failures, outages, and near-misses, and track corrective actions to closure. Work with maintenance to prioritize reliability upgrades, define preventive maintenance strategies, and develop maintenance procedures for critical electrical assets. Maintain accurate as-built single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and equipment documentation.

Protection, Control and Interconnection: Own the site protection and control philosophy, including relay coordination, settings management, and protection scheme documentation for generation and distribution systems. Manage and maintain the grid interconnection agreement and SCADA/metering systems in coordination with the transmission owner and off-taker. Support commissioning, testing, and acceptance of new g
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kends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits & Perks

• Fervo offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible employees include:
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
• A 401(k) plan with up to 6% match
• Flexible paid time off and paid parental leave
• Family-building, fertility, hormonal health, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting support through Carrot
• A dependent care FSA for eligible child and elder care expenses
• An annual Lifestyle Spending Account for eligible wellness expenses, including fitness, financial planning, pet insurance, and pet care
• Employee ownership opportunities through Fervo’s Employee Stock Purchase Program, as well as LTI and bonus opportunities for eligible roles

Benefits and programs are subject to eligibility requirements and may change.

Our Workplace

Fervo Energy highly values having employees work in the office to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. This role follows a hybrid schedule, with team members expected to work in the office three days per week. Fervo considers this in-office schedule an essential function of the role. Your recruiter can share more information about the schedule.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fervo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law. Fervo also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that an individual has any of these characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of these characteristics.