Electrical Design Engineer I – PV Solar & Storage

Role Overview

• Create electrical engineering plans, details, and calculations for renewable energy and substation projects.
• Perform design tasks on small projects or portions of larger projects.
• Provide design drawings, including but not limited to one-line and three-line diagrams, electrical layouts, AC/DC schematics, AC/DC cable schedules, wiring diagrams, grounding, trenching, and conduit details.
• Participate in the creation of equipment specifications for and gain knowledge of renewable energy systems including PV solar modules, inverters, battery energy storage systems (BESS), transformers, cable management systems, and balance-of-system (BOS).
• Apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment.
• Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices, and codes.
• Work under the direction of more senior staff.
• Receive close supervision on all aspects of assignments.
• Receive a thorough review of completed work for application of sound professional judgment.
• Perform essential duties, including meeting deliverables and deadlines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or directed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, another engineering field with extensive electrical coursework, or similar.
• Some prior experience (including academic and internship experience) designing and drafting utilizing AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with reading and applying sections of the NEC and reading and understanding codes and standards.
• Ability to identify and solve complex problems.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to be both creative and analytical.
• Detail-oriented and accurate.
• Efficient time management – handle multiple projects simultaneously and with minimal supervision including prioritizing, organizing, and planning effectively to meet all deadlines.
• EIT Certificate is preferred.
• Prior renewable energy project experience desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with bonus.
• Full benefits package including 99% employer-paid health, vision, life, and dental insurance.
• Medical, dependent care, and commuter FSA.
• Monthly health and wellness stipend.
• Attractive vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) savings plan with 100% match up to 6%, vested immediately.
• Profit-sharing.
• Paid volunteer time off and charitable donation matching.