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Manager Electrical Engineering

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$154K - $196K/yr

... carbon and environmentally responsible manner. The company was established on the premise that a ... Please note that this position can be remote, or in the office in Houston if the candidate prefers.

We are open to remote candidates. In this role, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for ... Support carbon footprint reduction and ESG reporting efforts (Scope 1-3 emissions, GHG tracking)

We are open to remote candidates. In this role, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for ... Support carbon footprint reduction and ESG reporting efforts (Scope 1-3 emissions, GHG tracking)

We are open to remote candidates. In this role, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for ... Support carbon footprint reduction and ESG reporting efforts (Scope 1-3 emissions, GHG tracking)

We are open to remote candidates. In this role, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for ... Support carbon footprint reduction and ESG reporting efforts (Scope 1-3 emissions, GHG tracking)

We are open to remote candidates. In this role, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for ... Support carbon footprint reduction and ESG reporting efforts (Scope 1-3 emissions, GHG tracking)

We are open to remote candidates. In this role, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for ... Support carbon footprint reduction and ESG reporting efforts (Scope 1-3 emissions, GHG tracking)

We are open to remote candidates. In this role, the Environmental Engineer is responsible for ... Support carbon footprint reduction and ESG reporting efforts (Scope 1-3 emissions, GHG tracking)

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How much do remote carbon engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote carbon engineering in the United States is $92,956.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Carbon Engineering vs Remote Environmental Engineer?

AspectRemote Carbon EngineeringRemote Environmental Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field; certifications like LEED or PE often preferredBachelor's in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related; similar certifications valued
Work EnvironmentPrimarily remote, project-based, collaborating with teams on carbon reduction projectsRemote or on-site, focusing on environmental impact assessments and compliance
Industry UsageUsed in renewable energy, carbon capture, and climate change mitigation projectsApplied across environmental consulting, regulatory agencies, and sustainability initiatives

Remote Carbon Engineering and Remote Environmental Engineer share similar credentials and work environments, often collaborating on sustainability projects. However, Remote Carbon Engineering focuses specifically on carbon reduction technologies, while Remote Environmental Engineers address broader environmental concerns. Both roles are integral to sustainability efforts and often overlap in industry applications.

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Infographic showing various Remote Carbon Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,956 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

Manager Electrical Engineering

Calpine

Houston, TX • On-site, Remote

$154K - $196K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Calpine rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.


The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

**Please note that this position can be remote, or in the office in Houston if the candidate prefers.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)
Will provide hands-on leadership and direction to the Company Electrical Engineering group.
Manage the engineering of MV collection systems, HV substations, and overhead/underground transmission lines (typically 34.5kV up to 500kV), and BESS/Solar plants.
Manage external Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firms.
Coordinate with EPC partners on design constructability reviews, budget adherence, and technical risk mitigation.
Approve technical specifications for major capital equipment.
Manage third-party engineering vendors and consultants to deliver design packages for BESS projects.
Oversee engineering deliverables across Civil, Electrical, Controls, Scada, and Structural disciplines, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
Oversee the development of protection and control philosophies, including relay settings, metering, SCADA integration, and telecommunications.
Support power delivery engineering for substations, interconnection, and on-site distribution systems tied to BESS operations.
Ensure compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
Work closely with procurement, construction and operations teams to integrate engineering deliverables into overall project schedules.
Provide technical input during site selection, land acquisition, and utility planning.

Job Responsibilities
Oversee engineering design, vendor management, and project delivery for BESS/Solar projects.
Decisions typically related to resources, project approach, and tactical operations.
Results have significant impact on costs and the achievement of function objectives or project-based goals.
Responsible for making decisions for large-scale projects, a closely related set of projects and initiatives involving own and possibly related functional areas.
Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines tactical approach, resources, schedules and goals.
Works within general guidelines; applies advanced technical knowledge to solve moderately complex problems for a function.
Regularly manages large-scale projects/activities or a very closely related set of projects/activities.


Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
Previous work leadership or senior level contributor experience.
Typically requires minimum of 10+ years in Electrical Power Systems.

Salary information 

Salary range:  $154,231.89 - $196,645.66


Additional Calpine Information
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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