Electrical Design Engineer

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Perform electrical engineering design duties under the supervision of the Director of Electrical Engineering

• Design grid-connected power generation systems including electrical single-line diagrams, grid interconnection applications, associated balance of electrical systems.

• Develop electrical equipment, materials and installation specifications.

• Evaluate equipment proposals and review technical submittals.

• Assist in project coordination with other engineering disciplines.

• Perform calculations and analysis reports: short circuit, relay & breaker coordination, arc flash, grounding, cable sizing, etc.

• Layout electrical equipment, route conduit, duct-bank and cable systems

• Support construction in the office and field by reviewing submittals, shop drawings and reports, as well as inspecting installation and oversee testing and commissioning.

• Respond to customer and contractor questions.

• Participate in site surveys and inspections.

REQUIREMENTS

• Registered and active Professional Engineering license

• Knowledge and experience engineering grid interconnection of power generation systems: internal combustion engines, combustion turbines, PV solar, battery energy storage

• Knowledge and experience engineering/design: HV and MV substations connecting to grid

• Knowledge and experience specifying grid connecting switch gear and systems

• Knowledge and experience with one or more electric systems modelling software: ETAP, SKM, Easy Power, HOMER

• Knowledge and experience with developing electrical analysis/studies: load flow, short circuit, relay coordination, arc flash, harmonics, lightning protection
• Knowledge and experience with developing multifunctional relay/meter configuring and programming files

• Experience in managing and coordinating multidiscipline projects.

• Working knowledge and utilization of Autocad. Revit experience is a plus.

• Must be a good time manager, comfortable with frequent deadlines and transitions.

• Effective at working with other staff members in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage engineering design projects

• Must have excellent communication skills to effectively communicate complex ideas and have strong technical writing skills and technical documentation skills with the ability to prepare presentations and reports.

• Able to read, write, speak and understand English

• Desire to participate in project development, proposal development and growing the business line is highly desirable

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• BS in Engineering

• Minimum 5-10 years professional experience with proven progression in engineering, particularly in power, distributive generation, or related field.

• Experience in executing multi-discipline projects utilizing Auto Cad or Revit programs.

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required. COMPENSATION The salary range for this position is $100, 000 to $160,000 with actual salary based on experience.

BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary and bonus potential

• Medical, dental, life, and short/long-term disability insurance

• Generous 401(k) match

• Generous vacation

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid company holidays

• Summer hours half day Fridays

• Flexible hours

• Employee development and growth opportunities