Senior Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy - Clayco

Summary Description:

The Senior Electrical Engineer will develop and prepare detailed electrical installation documents with an emphasis in Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). All engineering is to be done in compliance with all applicable electrical and building codes, client requirements and company engineering/design standards. Support projects within the utility, industrial, and commercial business units.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Create power plans, grounding plans, lighting plans, single line diagrams, and panel schedules.
• Develop electrical equipment specifications including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and panels.
• Prepares short circuit, ampacity, and voltage drop calculations.
• Produce electrical load studies and utility service size estimates.
• Create conceptual and detailed designs involving Solar PV and BESS.
• Develop interconnection diagrams illustrating energy generation and distribution for standalone, grid-connected, and hybrid PV systems.
• Work with CAD designers to produce solar PV site layouts.
• Produce calculations for string sizing and inverter sizing.
• Support the Pre-Construction team with estimating, specification, & selection of Solar PV and BESS.
• Create PVsyst energy generation models and run simulations for predicted energy production.
• Provide engineering support to designers throughout the BIM modeling process.
• Check all designs prepared by internal design team and subcontractors for quality and accuracy.
• Prepare project scopes of work, electrical specifications, and reports.
• Consult with vendors and reviews project shop drawings for design accuracy and contract requirements.
• Provide technical support throughout complete project life cycle including the feasibility phase, preliminary and detailed design, construction, start-up, and commissioning.
• Participate and present engineering work at client meetings both in-person and virtually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of applicable experience preferred.
• P.E. License with the ability to obtain licenses in multiple states.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Code and applicable Building Codes.
• Working knowledge of engineering analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, or Easy-Power.
• Strong working knowledge of the Electrical Construction industry with a focus on renewable energy systems.
• Proficiency in PVsyst or similar solar design software.
• High level of expertise with EV charging networks, Solar PV, BESS, & microgrid design.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications skills.
• Proven ability to work independently or as a team leader with a high degree of organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.