Senior​/Lead Engineer, Power Systems

North Carolina Advanced Energy Corporation (Advanced Energy) is a nonprofit energy consulting firm headquartered in Raleigh, NC. We strive to ensure that energy is clean, affordable, reliable, efficient and safe for all people. We work with electric utilities; state, federal and local governments; manufacturers and a variety of public and private partners in five markets: residential, commercial and industrial, motors and drives, renewables and electric transportation.

At Advanced Energy, we know that our organization thrives only when our employees are valued and supported. You will be aided in your career goals and be put in a position to excel. You’ll work on teams that promote idea sharing and challenge you to learn and expand your expertise. You’ll also be encouraged to seek work-life balance, with flexible hybrid schedules and an array of leave options so you can spend time with family and pursue personal interests.

We are also committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of community and belonging. Our staff is the most valuable resource we have, and we appreciate that our employees come from varied backgrounds, cultures and experiences. By providing a supportive and respectful environment that promotes creativity and collaboration, Advanced Energy makes a lasting, positive difference in all of the work we do.

Benefits – Visit our website for more information and a full list of employee benefits – advanced energy.org/careers.

Advanced Energy provides independent engineering services for utility-scale renewable energy resources connected to the transmission and distribution grids. We are seeking candidates who are passionate about ensuring the safety and reliability of renewable energy systems interconnected with the grid. Candidates will be considered for either a Senior Engineer or Lead Engineer position based on qualifications.

This position will work with an internal team of engineers to provide consulting services and commissioning for integration of Inverter Based Resources (IBRs) into the grid, specifically for transmission-connected IBRs. The ideal candidate will have an engineering background in the energy industry and knowledge about the electric power industry including transmission and distribution grids. The position requires strong technical knowledge and collaboration with external stakeholders including utility clients, renewables developers, and subcontractors.

• Conduct facility reviews and site assessments to locate opportunities for improvements in performance, quality and adherence to defined standards.
• Assess aspects of the quality of design, construction, and operation for energy technologies according to a defined standard. May have input on standards development.
• Perform quality control, recommend solutions, define and interpret the importance of the implementation of corrective measures.
• Troubleshoot specific complex problems at I  facilities to improve performance, productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Perform engineering analysis and present concise results to customers.
• Provide hands‑on assistance in deploying new technologies in the field.
• Help establish analysis tools and techniques.
• Prepare reports and documentation delineating process, analysis, test results, and corrective actions. May provide engineering stamp on reports.
• Create and conduct workshops and presentations.
• Design and develop products and services that take advantage of new knowledge generated by applied research and engineering studies.
• Acquire data from field/lab instruments and process into useful information.
• Work to establish a demand for further applied research and engineering studies.

• Develop and maintain technical and professional knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Keep up with new technologies being deployed relevant to work.
• Provide technical mentoring for junior staff.
• Recommend improved procedures such as workflow, data collection and analysis techniques, etc.
• Develop expertise through targeted…