Renewables Design Engineer

Join ENTRUST’s Power Generation group as a full-time Renewables Design Engineer We are looking for a Renewables Based Design Engineer to help support our efforts in issuing 30/60/90/IFC drawing sets for construction as well as general arrangement and conceptual applications. This position offers remote and/or hybrid schedule options with minimal travel.

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a company of Leidos, Power Generation, offers independent third-party engineering solutions to global power providers and plant operators. Power Generation's service offerings cover conventional and renewable power, as well as compliance, encompassing plant conceptual design through operation and maintenance.

The ideal candidate would have experience in underground distribution design as well as experience with inverter-based resources (I ). Comfortable in AutoCAD as well as Microsoft office applications.

• Develop detailed engineering designs for utility-scale and commercial solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from concept through construction.
• Create and maintain Issued for Construction (IFC) drawing packages, including plan views, profiles, single-line diagrams, site layouts, electrical details, grounding plans, trenching plans, and equipment installation details.
• Produce construction-ready drawings and design documentation that comply with project specifications, utility requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and geotechnical teams to ensure design integration and constructability.
• Develop and review AC and DC system layouts, equipment placement, cable routing, conduit schedules, and wiring diagrams.
• Perform system design calculations including voltage drop, cable ampacity, fault current, grounding, short-circuit, and equipment sizing studies.
• Design and review medium-voltage (MV) and distribution systems associated with renewable energy facilities, including feeders, collector systems, reclosers, switches, transformers, and utility interconnection infrastructure.
• Apply knowledge of electric distribution system design principles to support utility interconnections, feeder upgrades, line extensions, and distribution protection requirements.
• of-interconnection (POI) requirements with utility stakeholders.
• Prepare and review single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, protection and control drawings, and relay coordination documentation.
• Support distribution engineering efforts including conductor selection, pole loading assessments, voltage regulation considerations, and equipment specification.
• Coordinate with utilities to address interconnection comments, design revisions, and permitting requirements.
• Conduct constructability reviews and provide engineering support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Evaluate engineering change requests and update IFC drawings to reflect approved field modifications.
• Review vendor drawings, equipment submittals, and manufacturer documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Develop bill of materials (BOMs), equipment specifications, and installation standards for PV, BESS, and distribution equipment.
• Support permitting activities by preparing technical documentation for AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction), utilities, and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with construction managers and field teams to resolve RFIs, design conflicts, and installation issues.
• Utilize AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Micro Station, or similar design platforms to develop and maintain engineering drawing packages.
• Support project schedules by managing engineering deliverables, tracking design milestones, and coordinating multidisciplinary reviews.

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program with a focus on the power side and minimum of four (4+) years’ experience in the design and construction of power/generation/renewable energy projects.
• Understanding engineering standards and regulations (e.g., NEC, UL, ISO).
• Develop system-level schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers,…