Hybrid Electrical Engineer, Solar Engineering

at NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.

• Job title: Electrical Engineer, Solar Engineering
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $80,000 - $125,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Flash
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Lakewood, United States

About the role

• Electrical Engineer in Solar Engineering responsible for the design and analysis of PV systems. Collaborating within an integrated design team to meet project schedules and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing engineering design and analysis under the charge of a Professional Engineer
• Perform detailed design of Photovoltaic (PV) Electrical Power Systems including string sizing, array layouts, tracker power and communication, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, Balance of System/Plant equipment details, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, and project schedules
• Prepare computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility scale PV power plants including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, collection system grounding, harmonic analysis, and other studies
• Review equipment data sheets, manuals, and testing reports for design and approvals
• Prepare documents and reports including cost estimates, budget reports, and studies
• Provides field assistance, troubleshooting, and observation reports
• Verifies the work of Designers, Drafters, and Field Service Personnel for quality and accuracy
• Maintains professional understanding of all applicable Codes and Standards and construction practices
• Maintains strong company-client relationships

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
• 3 – 6+ years of relevant engineering or field experience
• Licensure: FE, PE is a plus, but not required
• Knowledge and familiarity with medium and low voltage distribution, switchgear, motor control centers, and industrial instrumentation and controls
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• Good interpersonal and people skills
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
• Annual & discretionary bonus programs
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion
• Annual Team Building
• Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
• Pet insurance