Electrical Engineer I

4 weeks ago

Chicago, United States ACCIONA Energía Full time

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.




Job Description

  • Assist in the management of electrical engineering contractors assigned to work on the design of renewable energy facilities, including definition of requirements and specifications, review of engineering drawings and RFI management.
  • Optimize design to maximize ROI
  • Provide engineering consulting support to project managers in the preliminary design and engineering of collection system and substations.
  • Provide engineering consulting support to other areas of the organization, including O&M and Power Marketing.
  • Develop and maintain electrical specifications and requirements to define Acciona standards to contractors. Ensure consistency with Acciona Corporate specifications.
  • Participate in the electrical “Safety in Design” process for all Acciona projects in development and engineering.
  • Oversee the electrical tests performed by Construction Team on site prior to and during the commissioning of the renewable energy facilities. Support the QA/QC team on site.
  • Provide electrical technical interface to support Procurement. Oversee the factory testing of the major electrical equipment to be installed at the renewable energy facilities.
  • Evaluate electrical equipment and material proposals; prepare bid tab evaluations for electrical equipment.
  • Assist with management of the Non-Conformity and the Quality Audit programs.
  • Be on-site for back feed and first energization to grid and start up.
  • Review and comment on the scope of work on electrical contracts.
  • Assist with receiving and inspecting of the major pieces of electrical equipment.
  • Follow Company’s processes and procedures to safely and effectively design and test Acciona renewable generating facilities for “Best in Class Performance”.
  • Maintain a current understanding of renewable generation technology by participating in various training opportunities and reading Acciona and industry documents and publications as well as participating in other professional development activities.
  • Ensure compliance of self and others on site during construction with federal, state and local laws and with Acciona’ s safety and environmental standards, policies and practices.
  • Create the weekly and monthly reporting requirements for our internal and external customers, as well as KPI reporting.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.


Required Skills and Competencies

  • 4 year Electrical Engineering degree required from ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited university.
  • Experience in utility or power plant design preferred but not required
  • Excellent communications skills, with the ability to provide training on complex operations
  • Knowledge of electrical and mechanical theory and concepts
  • Knowledge of protective relay application and software preferred but not required
  • Ability to communicate detailed information accurately to internal / external customers
  • Ability to professionally represent the company when dealing with external organizations.
  • Demonstrate continuous commitment to safe operations. Be an active role model and constant resource to the organization.
  • Ability to travel 15% - 30% of time to domestic and international locations.
  • Able to work in an indoor or outdoor environment.
  • Have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
  • Must be able to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project.
  • Proficieny in AutoCad.
  • Fluency in Spanish is a plus.


Benefits – we’ve got you covered

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer a variety of attractive employment incentives:

  • Annual Company Bonus
  • Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you'll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans
  • 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days
  • 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays
  • $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment
  • Career development and growth opportunities, along with access to technical, skills, and language training programs, including tuition reimbursement
  • Downtown Chicago office, featuring a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and breakout areas. Daily perks include coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building’s fitness center
  • Hybrid work schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, plus early Fridays with a 3 p.m. cut-off


As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

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