Electrical Engineer II or III

Overview

Electrical Engineer for renewable power systems design, operation, and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• fault diagnosis
• technical support
• technical reporting
• regulatory compliance
• engineering studies
• efficiency improvement

Tasks

-Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally -Analyze fault and test data to diagnose/troubleshoot any failures/malfunctions, to direct repairs, to determine performance characteristics of systems, or to evaluate effects of system modifications -Provide technical assistance to operation teams for protection and controls over the DESS fleet -Contribute to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities -Analyze and resolve well-defined problems in area of expertise. -Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of moderate scope and complexity -Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities with site personnel -Use technical information, such as design information, operating experience, and fundamental engineering principles, to resolve equipment performance problems and technical issues and to provide input to operational decisions relating to turbines, inverters and battery storage -Conduct engineering and related studies; projects and assignments are clearly defined with focus on development but must be able to complete routine engineering projects with minimal oversight -Ensure assets meet/remain in NERC and ISO compliance -Help identify with other units of Deriva, methods to increase plant efficiency/reliability and recommend and implement capital improvement projects to help increase project effectiveness, proficiency, and safety -Interpret and apply policies/procedures in complex technical applications -Develop positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities -Maintain accurate records and files

Requirements

• sel relays
• power engineering
• hv/lv cables
• modbus
• b.s. ee
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Has an understanding of SEL Control Element Settings Ranges and Accuracies -Negotiation, evaluation, decision making, problem solving and presentation skills -Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and prepare accurate reports including ability to calculate and count, analyze, define/interpret, investigate, fill in forms, create, make decisions, inspect, test devices and indicators, correctly copy details and numerical information in written material -Master’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program -Must be able to lift up to and carry up to 25lbs -Demonstrated ability to collect and organize data, study and apply policies/procedures, evaluate graphic and/or numerical information, effectively organize and monitor technical work activities including ability to read and comprehend drawings, graphs and maps -Familiar with changing priorities and differing situations and makes decision that may affect the work of the team. -Demonstrates proficiency in technical competencies and has ability to interpret technical information and instructions -In addition to required education, (2) years or more of relevant work experience -Experience in wind farm or solar farm electrical collection systems, grid connections, inverters, and wind turbines -Must be able and willing to travel to various locations to support area manager's various sites on a frequent basis -Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Deriva Energy facility -Possess and apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures -Travel up to 25% -In addition to required education, (4) years or more of relevant work experience -Valid driver’s license -Demonstrated ability to set priorities, make informative and persuasive presentations, negotiate, control stressful situations, provide instructions and training, and direct others -Experience in engineering contract management and maintaining accurate records and files -Knowledge of power engineering concepts and theories -B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program. -Experience or proven understanding of transformers, HV & LV cables and Inverter Based Resources, protective relaying (SEL relays & GE " L" series relays preferred) -Successful passing of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam -Able to analyze the polled voltage & frequency values using protocol analyzer -B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program -Must be able to respond to O&M Support outside normal working hours ( on-call rotation) -Experience in supervising engineering resources and contractors -Demonstrated ability to read, comprehend, retain, and follow oral and written instructions, exercise good judgment, and communicate effectively -Knowledgeable in communications Protocols ( Modbus, Serial & DNP ) -This position will require travel to various sites throughout the continental U.S. -Proficient in working with office computer applications such as Microsoft Office Products and other software tools -Experience in high voltage and sub-station maintenance -Must be able to climb a wind turbine (up to 300ft) and meet weight requirement -Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills -Configuration & Mapping experience in SEL Relays, Meters & Reclosers (SEL 451, 751, SEL 651R, SEL 753) -Strong written and oral communication skills -Ability to design, operate and maintain systems with minimum impact on existing systems -Ability to travel for short term assignments as required and must to be able to respond and/or provide support to emergency events after hours including but not limited to: reviewing fault logs from SEL and GE multilin relays

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Benefits

-Parental leave -Attractive Bonus Potential -Vision Insurance -Dental Insurance -401(k) with matching -Life insurance -Employee assistance program -Flexible spending account -Paid time off -Health Insurance

About Deriva Energy

-Born in 2023 when Brookfield acquired and rebranded Duke Energy’s renewables arm, Deriva Energy emerged as a fresh‑faced champion in clean power. -Its roots trace to 2007, growing from early-stage wind farms to grid‑scale projects spanning 16 states. -Today it steers greenfield development, acquisitions, and 24/7 operations & maintenance for utility-scale renewables. -Typical ventures include wind, solar, and storage sites like Spanish Peaks Solar and Wildflower Solar. -Its reach spans innovative structures: off‑site renewables, VPPAs, financing deals and REC arrangements.

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Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship; applicants must already be authorized to work in the u.s.