Licensed Renewable Energy Electrical Engineer, Solar PV Design

Kimley-Horn

The Role

Overview

Design and lead electrical systems for renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • electrical design
  • ev charging
  • renewable systems
  • power analysis
  • cost estimating
  • team mentoring

Tasks

-Perform design on a wide variety of projects, such as photometrics and lighting, power distribution, EV charging, and more -Lead the design of electrical systems including renewable generation, energy storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, building electrical, and battery storage projects -Responsible for the development of reports and design documents, including electrical design plans, EV charging infrastructure, equipment selection, solar system sizing, and power analyses -Expected to assist in mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand our Renewable Energy practice -Daily interaction and collaboration on multi-disciplinary teams, with interaction across Kimley-Horn offices -Prepare project specifications, electrical construction cost estimates, and proposals, supporting the growth of electrical engineering service areas in the local market and across the country -Responsible for the development of design documents and reports, including electrical layouts, equipment schematics and block diagrams, electrical system calculations, and one-line diagrams

Requirements

  • autocad
  • python
  • etap
  • pe license
  • bsee
  • project mgmt

What You Bring

-Ability to work in a team; both collaborating with and mentoring junior staff -Experience in transient studies using PSCAD, EMTP-RV, or equivalent -5+ years experience in an Electrical Engineering role -Willingness to travel to support site visits and client meetings, as needed -Comfortable programming in Python or MATLAB -Experience in engineering project management -Experience in power system analysis using SKM, ETAP, or equivalent -Experience in utility-scale PV, MEP, HVAC, wind generation, energy storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, microgrid, substation, or data center designs -Experience in lighting designs and photometrics using AGI32, or equivalent -Proficiency in AutoCAD -Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months) -Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering -Understanding of the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE and ANSI Standards

Benefits

-Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses. -Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources. -Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays. -Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs. -Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options. -Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.

The Company

About Kimley-Horn

-Specializing in innovative solutions across diverse sectors, from transportation to energy and water. -Known for delivering complex, large-scale projects, with a focus on sustainable and efficient designs. -The company has worked on iconic infrastructure, from airports to bridges, and urban redevelopment projects. -Its team combines technical expertise with a deep commitment to customer satisfaction and project success. -The firm’s commitment to innovation and adaptability makes it a leader in a rapidly evolving industry.

Sector Specialisms

Life Sciences

Telecommunications

Residential

Sports & Entertainment

Energy

Environmental Engineering

Landscape Architecture

Parking & Mobility

Infrastructure

Industrial

Water Resources

Utilities

Government

Buildings

Commercial

Heavy Civil

Transport