Electrical Engineer - Power Systems
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (power discipline) from an ABET-accredited institution is required.
- A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required.
- A current professional engineer license in good standing is required.
- At least five years of experience with arc flash analysis and NFPA 70E is required.
- Demonstrated knowledge and use of SKM PowerTools or other modeling software is required.
- Experience with electrical fault calculations, load flow, coordination, and arc flash hazards is required.
- Understanding and use of NFPA 70E is required.
- Demonstrated knowledge and use of AutoCAD is required.
- Computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office are required.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time is required.
- Knowledge of arc flash hazards and OSHA standards is required.
- Knowledge and familiarity with the National Electrical Code is required.
- An Engineer-in-Training or Fundamentals of Engineering certification is required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all company levels in a team environment is required.
- Attention to detail is required.
- Perform arc flash evaluations to determine incident energy and arc flash boundaries for locations in a power system using NEC 110.16, NFPA 70E, IEEE 1584, and NESC (OSHA 1910.269 Appendix E) standards or requirements.
- Review and recommend trip times for protective devices.
- Determine and recommend protective clothing requirements based on study output.
- Recommend ways to reduce fault clearing times or arc flash hazards through system changes or other mitigation strategies.
- Perform power system modeling and analysis, including gathering field data.
- Perform computer-aided design drafting on projects.
- Determine and review load flow, short circuit, and time-current coordination curves for system optimization.
- Perform electrical calculations and circuit/system analysis.
- Develop proficiency in the National Electrical Code and AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, and EasyPower software.
About the company
Excel Engineering provides testing services for all powertrain types, including ICE, EV, HEV, hydrogen, and battery systems. Its facilities feature over 40 engine testing cells across three locations, testing up to 5500 HP, and chassis dynos, supporting emissions testing, regulatory compliance, and development work. It also offers battery performance, environmental, and abuse testing, as well as service accumulation and DV/PV testing for OEMs during ramp-ups. The company differentiates itself with a broad, specialized suite of powertrain test capabilities—covering emissions, HV battery systems, e-motors, power transmission, and certification testing for ATV, SXS, motorcycles, and other vehicles under 40 CFR standards—combined with custom test development in collaboration with customers. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective testing solutions that accelerate product development and ensure regulatory compliance across traditional and emerging powertrain technologies.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Des Moines, Iowa
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Fusion's January 2026 investment provides capital for scaling and facility expansion.
- Excel's blue-chip OEM customer base supports repeat testing programs across vehicle lifecycles.
- The Detroit-area Ricardo partnership and battery-testing expansion widen reach into hybrid and EV markets.
What critics are saying
- Fusion's acquisition signals Excel needed outside capital to fund growth and modernization.
- A new Q2 2026 chassis dynamometer launch demands execution; delays would hit OEM credibility.
- Powertrain and emissions testing faces EV transition pressure, threatening core engine-testing demand by 2027.
What makes Excel Engineering unique
- Excel Engineering's 2002-founded testing platform spans engines, batteries, powertrains, and certification.
- Doug Sobotka kept control after Fusion's January 6, 2026 acquisition, preserving continuity.
- Its Mount Ayr Battery Tech Center offers 30+ cells and 2,000-volt testing.
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Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Flexible Work Hours
Wellness Program
Professional Development Budget
Employee Referral Bonus
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