Staff Electrical Engineer
The Position
The Staff Electrical Engineer will collaborate with a project team throughout the design and construction lifecycle, developing and adapting electrical plans based on engineering requirements, site conditions, and client needs.
Responsibilities
The hiring company is seeking a self‑motivated, results‑driven engineer who enjoys problem-solving and contributing to a growing renewable energy engineering group. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading electrical design for utility‑scale solar projects from conceptual engineering through final design.
- Collaborating with cross‑disciplinary teams to develop:
- Equipment layouts
- One-line diagrams
- Cable routing plans
- Communications system design
- Grounding system design
- Equipment specifications and selection
- Performing electrical system modeling (e.g., using ETAP) to analyze:
- Cable ampacity
- Voltage drop
- Ground potential rise
- Thermal performance
- Developing detailed electrical engineering reports, including:
- Short-circuit studies
- Load-flow analyses
- Arc-flash hazard assessments
- Ground grid evaluations
- Creating and reviewing PV station models using PVsyst or System Advisor Model.
- Preparing and modifying electrical drawings using AutoCAD.
- Supporting project schedules by completing engineering and design tasks as needed.
- Conducting site reviews and performing construction site visits.
- Handling additional engineering-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Systems, or related discipline.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Strong reliability, initiative, and a high sense of responsibility.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior engineering experience.
- Experience with AutoCAD and ETAP.
- Working knowledge of key electrical components (PV modules, inverters, transformers, surge arresters, circuit breakers).
- Familiarity with major electrical standards and codes (NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IEC, UL, NESC).
- Strong communication skills (written, verbal, email).
- Ability to maintain clear and detailed engineering records and documentation.
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