Senior Electrical Engineer, Solar/Renewable Energy

2 weeks ago


Houston, United States Primoris Services Corporation Full time
Primoris Engineering is seeking a Senior-level Electrical Engineer who is well-versed in Solar and Renewable Energy to join our growing team in Houston, Texas. As a part of our in-house engineering group, the Sr. Electrical Engineer will bring a management, leadership and team player approach, along with a vast knowledge of electrical engineering principles and construction experience. You will be responsible for working on projects which are in detailed design phase and in construction phase at the same time. You will be part of solar PV & BESS electrical detailed design, EOR coordination and communication, field construction and installation means & methods development & optimization, Design of DC, MV and communication collection systems, cable trench, U/G duct bank, A/G raceways.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serve as point of contact for Project Engineers working on an assortment of solar PV, BESS and/or substation projects.
  • Create work schedule to achieve on time submission of all the engineering deliverables for all related issues on existing projects in design and construction phase.
  • Responsible for developing/contributing detailed design concepts for solar PV system design for awarded projects.
  • Responsible for providing long term detailed design & optimization support for solar PV system design for sole sourced projects from clients.
  • Contribution for construction details and Bill of Material for various construction work packages within solar PV project.
  • Provide support to Procurement team and Project Engineers regarding any engineering related issues or questions for awarded projects.
  • Analyze past project data, assist with material forecasting on future projects.
  • Be part of the team for creating Electrical Engineering calculation processes for String sizing, DC and MV cable calculations, studies, Inverter sizing and Inverter quantities for projects.
  • Get acquainted for developing preliminary design concepts based on engineering principles for solar PV and BESS system design for RFPs. Provide necessary support and documentation to engineering, Estimating, Business Development & Proposal team.
  • Work with Estimating, Procurement, Project management & Construction team to provide on-going support with design concepts and design optimization of the solar PV systems.
  • Develop and maintain the database for different equipment involved in solar PV design and improve the same time to time.
  • Review Utility interconnection documents like Facility studies, interconnection agreements or Power Purchase Agreements.
  • Apply innovative engineering principles for cost optimization of utility scale solar PV & BESS systems, develop design matrices and maintain the same for future reference.
  • Work with CAD designers to guide through well designed solar PV site layouts, single line diagrams and other design drawings and details.
  • Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety.
  • Use of company suggested means and methods for effective & fast communication with internal and external teams

SKILLS:

  • Leadership and management skills to work with team for training, guidance and career development
  • Develop expertise with modules, racking, inverters and the drivers associated for a proper design of utility scale solar PV projects.
  • Ability to understand manufacturer’s design parameters, application limitations and installation guidelines.
  • Familiar with creating engineered solar PV site plans and single line drawings (DC and AC systems).
  • Ability to prioritize, multitask, and follow through on assigned tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
  • Able to work in a fast-moving environment while maintaining a positive attitude in stressful situations.
  • High level of organizational skills and professionalism.

SOFTWARE PACKAGES TO BE USED:

  • Microsoft Teams for Internal Communication
  • AutoCAD or AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • PVsyst
  • SAM
  • ETAP / EasyPower / PowerFactory / PSS/E
  • PVSOL (BESS Design)
  • CYMCAP / AmpCalc
  • Python
  • Any other package as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program or any other related engineering stream.
  • Professional Engineer License or ability to obtain one within 1 year.
  • 7 years min. work experience in Solar PV, BESS Design or other related construction industry.
  • 5+ years’ experience with Electrical Engineering and/or work related to Solar PV or any other Renewable Energy Construction projects.
  • Professional experience with Utility PV Engineering Contract deliverables in EPC setting.
  • Preferred proficiency in AutoCAD, PVsyst and Microsoft Office.
  • Electrical engineering simulation software experience a plus.
  • Managerial skills to manage multiple deliverables within multi department setup.
  • Leadership skills to manage multiple employees for their day-to-day responsibilities and workload
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills for internal and external communication.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and specifications
  • The ideal candidates are individuals who are managers, team players, are solution-minded, and are always looking for ways to improve processes, efficiency and communication

Company Overview:

Primoris Engineering is comprised of highly qualified personnel and registered professional engineers providing the full array of engineering services capable of providing complete in-house engineering services with the ability to utilize high value engineering centers if needed. Primoris Engineering services both downstream and midstream energy sectors including refining, petrochemical, blue/gray hydrogen, syngas, LNG, biodiesel, renewable natural gas, and midstream pipelines, processing facilities, terminals, and gathering systems.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement:

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms.

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