Description
We are seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Engineer (Renewables) to join our Renewables Business Unit. This role supports all phases of the renewable energy interconnection process and delivery of renewable generation onto the electrical grid.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing detailed electrical design for medium- to extra-high-voltage utility substations and renewable energy facilities.
- Developing electrical design deliverables, including one-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA and communications systems, conduit and cable sizing/routing, substation physical layouts, and equipment selection and specifications.
- Supporting renewable energy interconnection projects from application through detailed design and construction.
- Assisting with proposal preparation, engineering estimates, project schedules, and technical documentation.
- Performing electrical engineering calculations and design analyses in accordance with IEEE, NEC, NESC, and other applicable standards.
- Supporting protective relaying and power system studies, including short-circuit analysis, time-current coordination, relay settings development, arc flash analysis, protection scheme development, and NERC compliance support.
- Assisting with infrastructure design studies, including grounding analysis, insulation coordination, electromagnetic field analysis, power quality studies, motor starting studies, and AC interference evaluations.
- Utilizing industry-standard software tools such as SEL AcSELerator QuickSet and Architect, GE Enervista, ASPEN OneLiner, SKM Power Tools, ETAP, PSCAD, CDEGS, and ATP-EMTP.
- Providing construction support and participating in field commissioning activities.
- Performing QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables.
- Collaborating with internal teams, clients, contractors, and utility personnel.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Renewable Energy Engineering from an accredited institution, preferably with a power systems emphasis.
- Experience supporting utility substation design projects.
- Experience with IEEE and ANSI standards.
- Experience working on multiple engineering projects concurrently.
- Experience providing construction support and/or field commissioning support.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with internal project teams and external client stakeholders.
- Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Approximately 5 years of experience in utility substation design.
- Experience designing substations ranging from 15kV to 500kV.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience supporting renewable energy generation and interconnection projects.
- Familiarity with protection and control systems, SCADA, and utility communications.
- Experience with ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, PSCAD, CDEGS, or similar power system analysis tools.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings
Compensation:
- Expected Salary: $78,600 - $135,000