Sr. Electrical Engineer/PM-Renewable Energy

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Tetra Tech’s commitment to hiring the best talent in the industry and helping them thrive professionally is stronger than ever. We are currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer/PM-Renewable Energy with a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience within the electrical engineering field and specifically at least 3 to 4 years of demonstrated renewable energy experience. The ideal candidate will be a key leader of a consulting team evaluating project needs and providing solutions in support of solar generation and energy storage installations.

The primary responsibilities will include leading teams and developing conceptual and detailed layouts, documentation, and deliverables for projects supporting the clean energy transition. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess strong and creative problem-solving ability, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to prepare detailed reports, business correspondence, and procedures for clients, project managers, and engineering staff.

Responsibilities:

·         A strong working knowledge of commonly used engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, procedures, and specifications in renewable energy project engineering.

·         Design of electrical and renewable energy systems including solar photovoltaics (PV), battery energy storage systems (BESS).

·         Develop conceptual and detailed designs for new solar and battery energy storage systems and communicate design via one-line diagrams, equipment layouts, and system performance studies

·         Prepare solar layouts in HelioScope and AutoCAD.

·         Prepare protection schemes using switching, fuses, breakers, and relays.

·         Assist completion of utility interconnection applications.

·         Apply knowledge of the National Electric Code for systems ranging from 480V to 35kV including thorough knowledge of building codes, IEEE specifications and requirements, and other applicable state and federal guidelines.

·         Ensure a quality product, obtain QA/QC reviews, and follow all quality procedures.

·         Complete due diligence tasks including reviewing engineering design and drawings prepared by others, solar glint and glare studies, energy yield assessments, and performance ratio analysis, and other documents and studies.

·         Be a team technical lead and work on multiple projects simultaneously.

·         The ability to work independently or in a team environment to deliver projects of varying complexity with deliverables that exceed client expectations.

·         The work ethic to meet deliverable deadlines, understand the client’s perspective, and use problem solving/solution-based approaches.

·         Review Requests for Information (RFI’s), construction observation, and other construction/client coordination and support

·         Support field investigation activities including site assessments, field measurements, and data collection.

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with study of power systems

·         Min of 5 years of experience working in electrical design, including design of energy generation projects

·         3 to 4 years of demonstrated renewable energy experience.

·         Proficient and literate in engineering analysis and design software including a working knowledge of database programs, GIS, and CAD.

·         Proficiency in AutoCAD.

·         Experience with PVSyst solar performance modeling.

·         Use of the National Electric Code (NEC), IEEE, and UL requirements.

·         Demonstrated understanding of utility-scale solar-PV system design using central or string-based inverters.

·         Ability to become a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) within two years.

·         A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

·         Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications

·         7 years of experience.

·         A Master’s degree in a business or engineering discipline.

·         Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

·         Experience performing studies and analysis with ETAP or similar power system software.

·         Experience with HOMER software suite for microgrid optimizations is a plus.

·         Experience with DAS, SCADA, and SEL relays is a plus.

Compensation:

Salary commensurate with experience.

$120,000 - $160,000 yr.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.