JOB SUMMARY
The Electrical Engineer will work with a multi-disciplinary team to design PV Solar systems, Interconnection Points, AC Collation systems, DC Collection Systems, grounding, and Control and Communications. Duties include producing system design calculations, power system analysis, and coordinating work with the drafting team to create drawing sets and produce redlines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES OF THE JOB
Electrical System design and associated calculations to produce the following drawings:
• Understanding of designing AC Collection Systems
• Understanding of designing DC Collection Systems
• Understanding of designing Battery and Inverter Systems
• Understanding of designing Grounding Plans
• Understanding of designing Conduit and Cable Routing Plans
• Understanding of designing Conduit and Cable Schedules
• Understanding of designing One-line Drawings
• Knowledge of designing Power Distribution Panel Schedules
• Ability to design Control and Communication
• Electrical layout for PV Solar and Battery systems
• Electrical Analysis using ETAP and SKM (or similar)
• Experience in system design with interconnection
• Completed training in PVSyst modeling
• Analyzing technical feasibility of Designs or Engineering
• Ability to create project Electrical Bill of Materials
Additional Duties:
• Support Electrical designers by reviewing drawings and verify compliance to design specifications, industry standards, and regulations and codes.
• Assist in preparation of specifications of inverters, PV Modules, transformers, panel boards, cabling, protection devices, trenching or cable trays, and balance of plant equipment.
• Assist in design calculations to size: conduits, cable tray, cables, transformers, breakers, panel boards, and UPS systems.
• Collaborating with and learning from Lead Engineer to optimize system performance, often requiring strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and renewable energy technologies.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Ability to apply electrical calculations per National Electric Code (NEC).
• Ability to apply National Electric Code (NEC), NESC C2, and IEEE 1547 & 2030.
• Skilled in the use of computer equipment, printers, phone systems, and able to quickly develop a proficient working knowledge of the Company’s software programs.
• Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to communicate policies, procedures and objectives effectively.
• Must be capable of working under pressure as well as organizing and planning efficiently.
• Must have effective analytical skills for assessing and evaluating.
• Must manage time well and be able to focus on a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION/LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
• 4 Year B.S. in Electrical Engineering.
• E.I.T and P.E. or ability to obtain.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Most work is performed in an office environment at normal noise levels.
• Occasional travel by car and/or air to job sites or branch offices is required.
• This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, and may occasionally require more than 40 hours per week depending upon workload.
• The job requires a regular presence in the Houston office.
*This position is on-site and located in Houston, Texas. No relocation available at this time.
Please note, we are not accepting inquiries or candidates from third party staffing agencies at this time.
EnSiteUSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.