Title:
Sr. PV Electrical Engineer
Department:
Engineering
Reports to:
Associate
Director, Engineering
Direct Reports:
N/A
Location:
Madison, WI
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Company Overview:
OneEnergy’s mission is to make clean energy the #1 source of electricity for consumers and utilities. We develop solar energy projects across the United States in community solar, distributed generation, and large utility scale project segments. Our diverse project pipeline, multiple locations across the US, and unique multidisciplined team sets us apart.We are a dynamic and innovative renewable energy industry company dedicated to developing and deploying utility scale solar and community solar facilities.
We are committed to excellence, collaboration, and driving positive change in our industry.
Position Objective:
The Sr. PV Electrical Engineer leads utility-scale photovoltaic power plant designs. The position is part of a fast-paced and multidisciplinary team requiring excellent engineering knowledge, AutoCAD drafting skills, and experience/coordination with land development. The position collaborates closely with our Engineering and Development teams on a diverse selection of solar projects.
Responsibilities:
- Leading construction set designs (30%-IFC) of an entire portfolio.
- Coordinating internal resources to support development & construction designs, including equipment specification to ensure project schedule is maintained.
- Managing equipment vendors used in PV designs.
- Collaborating with Engineer of Record to review and approve relay settings and implementation of accurate files.
- Designing the coordination of applicable grounding transformers
- Leading CapTest efforts once projects are commissioned.
- Coordinating with Delivery Team to troubleshoot problems onsite.
- Reviewing short circuit calculations to determine proper short circuit ratings of equipment and cabling.
- Developing a specialty knowledge or skill set to complement the existing team’s capabilities.
Requirements:
- Degree in a related engineering or technical field.
- 3+ years of experience working in a professional engineering, construction, or land development environment.
- Strong familiarity with current NEC & NESC requirements.
- Experience managing internal engineering resources.
- Strong communication skills enabling them to lead technical conversations with contractors and internal customers.
- Proficiency establishing equipment specifications to generate final submittals.
- Familiarity of SCADA design standards to complete Performance Test and O&M PV Sites; strong understanding of switchgear designs.
- Understanding geotechnical reports to determine rho values, moisture contents, temperatures, and ampacity of AC and DC Cabling.
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of integrity and proven organizational capacity to manage multiple projects is required.
- A proven ability to provide efficient, timely, and reliable service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to travel and access sites of varying terrain. Position requires frequent travel, up to 1-2 weeks per month or about 20% of working time; must carry an acceptable driving record and active driver’s license.
- Must have a “roll up your sleeves and let’s get the job done right” type attitude.
- Demonstrated qualities of integrity, credibility, and professional responsibility.
- A willingness to contribute to our culture which thrives on building trust and holding one another accountable.
OneEnergy’s compensation packages are dependent on an array of factors including, but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other organizational needs. We provide generous Paid Time Off (six weeks/year) and an impactful Volunteer Time Off Program. We also offer robust employee benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching retirement plan, life insurance, wellness incentives, and more.We recognize an equitable energy transition requires the participation of diverse communities, groups, and institutions.
OneEnergy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
