PV Electrical Engineer

Description

The PV Electrical Engineer will help develop the internal Photovoltaic (PV) electrical engineering process for assigned projects for a large Engineer, Procure, and Construct (EPC) firm. This position includes oversight of electrical design and studies, consideration of field construction installation means & methods in chosen design decisions, design development & cost optimization, design of DC, MVAC, LVAC auxiliary collection systems, and collaboration with internal and external team members.

• Responsible for managing and mentoring junior electrical engineers and engineers in training as well as CAD designers.
• Create work schedule to achieve on time submission of all the engineering deliverables for all RFPs as well as existing projects in Design and construction phase.
• Provide support to Procurement team and Project Engineers regarding any engineering related issues or questions for awarded projects.
• Review Utility interconnection documents like Facility studies, interconnection agreements or Power Purchase Agreements.
• Responsible for creating Electrical Engineering calculation processes for String sizing, DC and MV cable calculations, studies, Inverter sizing and Inverter quantities for projects.
• Develop and maintain the database for different equipment involved in solar PV design and improve the same time to time.
• Develop/contribute to design process from conceptual level to constructible level for multiple solar PV projects.
• Develop, update and use electrical engineering calculation tools to come up with cable, conduit, OCPD and other electrical equipment sizing based on project requirements.
• Responsible for developing preliminary design concepts based on engineering principles for solar PV system design for RFPs. Provide necessary support and documentation to Estimating, Business Development & Proposal team.
• Responsible for providing long term detailed design & optimization support for solar PV system design for sole sourced projects from clients.
• Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety.
• Work with Estimating, Procurement, Project management & Construction team to provide on-going support with design concepts and design optimization of the solar PV systems.
• Work with CAD designers to guide through well designed solar PV site layouts, single line diagrams and other design drawings and details.
• Contribution for construction details and Bill of Material for various construction work packages within solar PV project.
• Responsible for developing/contributing detailed design concepts for solar PV system design for awarded projects.
• Apply innovative engineering principles for cost optimization of utility scale solar PV systems, develop design matrices and maintain the same for future reference.

Requirements

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Other electrical engineering simulation software (SAM, CYMCAP, ETAP, PVSOL, and WinIGS) experience a plus.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and follow through on assigned tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
• Able to work in a fast-moving environment while maintaining a positive attitude in stressful situations.
• High level of organizational skills and professionalism.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Professional experience with technical exhibit review and contract negotiation a plus.
• 2-7 years of experience with Electrical Engineering and/or work related to Solar PV or any other Renewable Energy Construction projects.
• Ability to understand manufacturers’ design parameters, application limitations, and installation guidelines.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, SLDs, and specifications.
• BS in Electrical Engineering or any other related engineering stream.
• Use of company suggested means and methods for effective & fast communication with internal and external teams.
• Familiar with creating site plans and single line drawings (DC and AC systems).

Benefits

• Salary $105,000 - 145,000 annually, dependent on experience, qualifications, and competencies.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays
• We provide paid sick leave as required by Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance