ENGINEER III

3 weeks ago

Narragansett, United States Mortenson Full time

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a Top 25 builder, developer, and EPC, our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

Let’s Redefine Possible®  

SUMMARY: 

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Physical / Solar Engineer III responsible for providing design services, as well as effective customer relationship management with new and existing customers for the Engineering Services team. 

LOCATIONS INCLUDED:  MN, AZ

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide technical lead and support for electrical portions of work for solar collection systems and substation physical design systems
  • Decide the best layout of collection system; including consideration of constraints such as overhead/underground, follow roads/cross country, and junction box locations
  • Review manufacturer’s data to determine extent of scope for electrical portion of project; including wiring requirements and electrical characteristics (i.e. grounding requirements, power factor ranges, lightning protection requirements, generator outputs, etc.) 
  • Verify that construction is in agreement with electrical engineering design drawings 
  • Lead the electrical engineering design through use of submittals, transmittals, and requests for information 
  • Provide technical expertise to all parties concerned 
  • Assist with technical questions during the bidding process and provide electrical engineering resource throughout the project
  • Communicate with owners, vendors, local utilities to advance the electrical design of the project.
  • Perform loss calculations (100% output/annualized), preliminary short circuit and reactive power calculations for pursuit level designs.
  • Perform system grounding studies in CDEGS
  • Determine installation details for the scopes of work, including conduit and grounding details.
  • Specify equipment ratings to aid in procurement
  • Develop one-line diagrams of collection a system and substations, as well as standard details of electrical construction that are typical to Mortenson projects 
  • Work with the field teams to understand design changes to improve field work. Participate in lessons learned meetings to learn from past projects.
  • Handle engineering work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement 
  • Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
  • Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance 

 PREFERRED

  • Deep understanding of solar collection system design
  • Basic understanding of substation physical design 
  • Ampacity, grounding, short circuit, losses, reactive power understanding and capabilities 
  • Be able to lead technical discussions on their scope of work

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

  • Working knowledge of NEC code, NESC and IEEE codes/standards
  • Basic understanding of design and construction techniques and project management practices 
  • Possess basic understanding of engineering/construction  generally accepted business practices 
  • Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback 
  • Ability to travel up to 10% 
  • EIT and PE license preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree that allows electrical PE licensure
  • Four – eight years in electrical design  
  • Current driver’s license 

BENEFITS 

Mortenson provides a comprehensive benefits program to team members and their families to support their health, build long-term financial security, and provide the opportunity for work and life balance. Benefits offered to non-craft, non-union, full-time team members include: 

Medical and prescription drug plans – the choice between two affordable HSA-eligible medical plans that include vision coverage 

  • Dental plan 
  • 401k retirement plan with generous matching and profit-sharing contributions 
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves 
  • Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 
  • Employee assistance program online mental health tool and concierge 
  • Tuition reimbursement 
  • Adoption Assistance   
  • Gym Membership Discount Program   
  • Identity Theft Protection 

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

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