Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer � EV, DER & BESS System

Summary

SAI�s Energy Services group delivers industry-leading engineering solutions for EV infrastructure and distributed energy resources. As we continue to scale, we are expanding our capabilities to support larger, next-generation energy projects. This role will contribute directly to that growth and help shape the future of our engineering team. This role will join a high-performing engineering group and contribute directly to active project execution, while also helping enhance and evolve the tools, processes, and standards that support SAI�s continued growth. The position offers the opportunity to work on advanced electrical designs, collaborate with experienced engineers and external partners, and play a meaningful role in strengthening a mature engineering function that is scaling to meet the demands of larger and more complex energy projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop electrical Basis of Design (BOD) documents for external EOR firms to produce stamped designs.
• Build internal processes, templates, standards, and QA/QC checklists that make our engineering repeatable and more scalable.
• Review EOR deliverables for NEC/NFPA 70E alignment, completeness, and conformance with SAI requirements.
• Document decisions and technical rationale (design reviews, breaker/setting validation, utility correspondence, and turnover artifacts).
• Coordinate with EOR partners, vendors, and internal stakeholders to keep scope and design intent aligned.
• Support commissioning and safety teams in developing practical, code-aware procedures.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-moving environment; prioritize effectively and communicate status clearly.
• Research equipment and evaluate specifications; stay engaged with emerging technologies (EV DCFC, DER, BESS, MV distribution).

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor�s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience (or equivalent combination of experience and strong technical aptitude).
• Working knowledge of NEC (NFPA 70) and NFPA 70E; comfortable researching and interpreting applicable sections.
• Experience with power distribution and one or more of: EV charging, DER, BESS, or MV distribution.
• Ability to work across multiple projects and collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Strong problem-solving and learning mindset; eager to take on increasing responsibility.

Preferred:

• Prior responsibility for creating BOD packages, QA/QC checklists, and commissioning documentation.
• Exposure to arc-flash documentation workflows and reviewing stamped drawings for code alignment.
• EIT/FE or PE (not required); familiarity with engineering tools is a plus.

Competencies:

• :Clear, concise written and verbal communication; produces clean technical explanations and documentation.
• Collaboration and interpersonal savvy; comfortable giving/receiving direction and coordinating across teams.
• Customer-focused judgment with practical, safety-first decision-making.
• Organized, proactive, and process-oriented; helps establish the foundation for a growing EE team.
• Demonstrates curiosity, initiative, and a growth mindset; ready to �own� the electrical discipline internally over time..

SAI offers competitive salary and a full benefits package including medical, dental, life and disability insurances, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and paid time off.

SAI is an equal opportunity employer.