Electrical Engineer III
Location
United States
Posted
24 days ago
Salary
$110K - $139K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Electrical Engineer III
RES
Role Description The Electrical Engineer III – Electrical Engineering provides engineering / conceptual and detailed designs of utility-scale renewable power plants (wind & solar) and battery storage systems. Aids in operations support renewable power generation projects; while supporting the development, engineering, and construction of projects. - Develops and reviews the preliminary and detailed design of AC (Low, Medium, and High Voltage) and DC systems, including DC power blocks (PV) and MV AC collection systems (PV/Wind). - Develops models of the AC substation and collection systems and performs and reviews Load Flow and Short Circuit analyses, DC and AC loss calculations, cable ampacity studies, and AC/DC cable sizing. - Performs and reviews calculations for sizing and specifying main power transformers. - Supports estimating company-developed and 3rd party projects by creating preliminary designs for proposed projects and quantity counts for estimating electrical equipment costs. - Prepares and reviews specifications and construction documents to identify design and performance requirements for procurement of electrical materials and equipment. - Performs technical review of proposed equipment to ensure acceptability to company, client, and industry standards. - Works with designers to develop and review construction drawings and documentation to communicate electrical installation details effectively to construction teams. - Provides input to team members working on other project areas, including grounding system design, substation design, and medium voltage collection system design. - Prepares and analyzes weekly project updates for electrical engineering design progress for project management. - Performs assignment and progress tracking of tasks for team members and sub-consultants. - Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected. - Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures. - Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude. - Provides support to construction during the construction and commissioning phases. - Reviews work instructions periodically to ensure compliance with industry and client standards. - Develops new methods and standards for Group design activities. - Visits sites as needed during pre-construction and construction to support project needs. Qualifications - Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or 8 years equivalent experience is required. - Professional Engineer (PE or P. Eng.) certification is required. - Masters degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred. - 5+ years of power generation industry with EPC experience is required. - Ability to travel 5-15%. - A valid drivers license is required. - Advanced level of knowledge in: - Power Systems Analysis, load flow, and short circuit modeling - Reactive compensation evaluation - DC and AC Electrical Design - Design for Constructability - US and Canadian Industry Standards - Preparation of Equipment Specifications - Oral and written skills include: - Clear and concise technical writing - Ability to communicate issues internally with Electrical, Solar, Civil/Structural, and Mechanical Engineers, CAD Designers, Project Managers, and Contract and Estimating Teams and Externally with Clients and suppliers - Intermediate level of knowledge in: - Medium to High Voltage Substation Design - Transmission Line Design Concepts - Grounding System Design Concepts - Project Scheduling Concepts - Detailed Design Software: - MathCAD - Fundamental understanding of CAD concepts - Fundamental knowledge of power system software such as DIgSILENT, SKM, and ETAP - Basic understanding of grounding software like WinIGS or CDEGS - Knowledge of Dynamic Modeling Software such as PSS/E - MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) - Strong interpersonal skills, including listening and summarizing skills - Strong organizational and prioritization skills - Must have a valid current driver license, eligible for corporate vehicle insurance coverage. - Functional competencies include attention to detail, excellence, prioritization, teamwork, and continuous improvement Requirements - Anticipated base salary range: $110,000 - $139,000 - The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible. Benefits - Medical, Dental and Vision - Health Savings Account with employer contribution - Flexible Spending Accounts - 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life - Short and Long Term Disability - Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness - 401 (k) plan with 6% company match - 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays - Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement - Volunteer and Charity Matching - Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave - Employee Referral Bonus - Employee Discounts and Wellness programs - Wellness Reimbursement
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