Principal Engineer
LCRA
Austin, TX · Posted June 26, 2026
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About the job
Here's The Role
Drive the future of energy by leading the engineering strategy for LCRA Wholesale Power’s generation interconnections in ERCOT, the epicenter of the AI and data center boom! As a Principal Engineer expert, you will evaluate and execute critical projects while providing vital engineering support for corporate development with LCRA service territory. Our mission is to improve the lives of Central Texas and our teams are dedicated to service with safety as a top priority!
How You’ll Contribute
Leverage critical thinking and analytical engineering principles to evaluate potential projects.
Spearhead various projects ensuring accountability and timely completion of all deliverables.
Deliver concise reporting evaluations to drive definitive “Go/No-Go” recommendations based on feasibility and strategic alignment.
Partner with external and internal stakeholders to align strategic business objectives into practical cost-effective roadmaps.
Leverage a high level of adaptability and collaborate with a tight-knit team to drive success in evolving projects.
How You’re Qualified
Bachelors degree in engineering, engineering technology, engineering physics, biosystems engineering, mathematical science, physical science or related science plus fifteen or more years of post-Bachelors engineering experience relating to the area of engineering specialization required to perform the job, including project management and providing technical leadership in engineering or other relevant experience.
Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas
Driver's license
How You’ll Stand Out
Experience operating a power generator.
Proficient in entrepreneurial execution of new projects.
Proficient in analyzing reports and conducting technical evaluations.
How We’ll Support You
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Equal Opportunity Employer
LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Leverage critical thinking and analytical engineering principles to evaluate potential projects.
Spearhead various projects ensuring accountability and timely completion of all deliverables.
Deliver concise reporting evaluations to drive definitive “Go/No-Go” recommendations based on feasibility and strategic alignment.
Partner with external and internal stakeholders to align strategic business objectives into practical cost-effective roadmaps.
Leverage a high level of adaptability and collaborate with a tight-knit team to drive success in evolving projects.
Bachelors degree in engineering, engineering technology, engineering physics, biosystems engineering, mathematical science, physical science or related science plus fifteen or more years of post-Bachelors engineering experience relating to the area of engineering specialization required to perform the job, including project management and providing technical leadership in engineering or other relevant experience.
Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas
Driver's license