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Electrical Engineer II

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Acciona
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineer, Energy Management/ Efficiency
  • Energy/Power Generation
    Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Energy Engineer, Energy Management/ Efficiency
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 95000 - 115000 USD Yearly USD 95000.00 115000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants
-mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

ACCIONA Energía is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the design, engineering, and commissioning of utility-scale photovoltaic and wind energy facilities.

This role focuses primarily on Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) electrical systems, including collection systems, feeders, grounding systems, electrical equipment, and associated balance-of-plant systems. The Electrical Engineer II will provide technical expertise throughout project development, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and energization. The role works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure engineering deliverables meet technical, safety, quality, schedule, and project requirements.

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants
-mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

ACCIONA Energía is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the design, engineering, and commissioning of utility-scale photovoltaic and wind energy facilities.

This role focuses primarily on Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) electrical systems, including collection systems, feeders, grounding systems, electrical equipment, and associated balance-of-plant systems. The Electrical Engineer II will provide technical expertise throughout project development, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and energization. The role works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure engineering deliverables meet technical, safety, quality, schedule, and project requirements.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:
  • Review andoptimizeelectrical designs for utility-scale wind and PV projects,focusing onLV/MV collection systems, feeders, grounding, substations, and electrical BOP systems.

  • Perform and review electrical studies, including load flow, short-circuit, arc-flash, protection coordination, cable ampacity, voltage drop, and grounding.

  • Develop andmaintainelectrical design criteria, specifications, and technical requirement sin accordance with company standards, NEC, IEEE, NESC, UL, and utility requirements.

  • Evaluate and select major electrical equipment and materials, including MV switch gear, transformers, cables, reclosers, auxiliary transformers, and other electrical BOP equipment; perform technical bid evaluations and review vendor submittals.

  • Provide technical support across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and O&M, coordinating with contractors, OEMs, suppliers, and internal teams to resolve electrical issues, track deliverables, and support project execution.

  • Support construction, testing, commissioning,backfeed, first energization, and facility startup, including equipment inspection and on-site engineering support.

  • Support Safety in Design, QA/QC, Non-Conformity, and quality activities and ensure engineering work complies with applicable standards, regulations, and safety requirements.

  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills and Competencies

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineeringora related engineering discipline required.

  • 4+years of relevant…

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