Electrical Design Engineer (Photovoltaic Plant Construction Project)

Protecnium; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An international consulting firm is seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer for a photovoltaic plant construction project. This role involves developing electrical design documents, performing engineering calculations, and coordinating with various teams to optimize solar PV systems. With a focus on renewable energy, you will work in a dynamic environment, ensuring adherence to guidelines while contributing to innovative solutions. This position offers a chance to grow your expertise in utility-scale solar projects while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid vacation days.

Benefits

22 paid vacation days

5 paid sick days

Local health insurance

Provision of vehicle

Provision of laptop

Provision of phone

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in constructing PV plants >70 MW.
• Experience working directly with construction companies.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design documents for renewable energy projects.
• Perform calculations for string sizing, cable sizing, and inverter sizing.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

AutoCAD

PVsyst

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Renewable Energy Systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PVsyst

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer (Photovoltaic Plant Construction Project)

Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technical services (www.protecnium.com/en). We are currently seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join our team for a construction project.

Project: Photovoltaic Plant

Estimated duration: 2 years. We aim to place employees in other projects upon completion to ensure continuity.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop electrical design documents and drawings for renewable energy/BESS projects.
• Perform electrical engineering calculations for string sizing, cable sizing, inverter sizing, and system studies.
• Create preliminary design concepts based on engineering principles for solar PV and BESS systems for RFPs.
• Coordinate with clients, project management, procurement, and other engineering disciplines regarding electrical systems.
• Support design concepts and optimization of solar PV systems across departments.
• Guide CAD designers on layouts, single-line diagrams, and detailed drawings.
• Ensure adherence to procedures, guidelines, and tools on projects.
• Participate in project meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the EE Manager.
• Develop expertise in modules, racking, inverters, and drivers for utility-scale solar PV projects.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.

• Minimum 4 years of experience as an Electrical Design Engineer in constructing PV plants >70 MW, working directly with construction companies.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with AutoCAD and PVsyst.
• Understanding of manufacturers’ specifications, application constraints, and installation requirements.
• Experience creating solar PV site plans and single-line diagrams for DC and AC systems.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience working in an international company environment.

Benefits include 22 paid vacation days, 5 sick days (paid), local health insurance, and provision of vehicle, laptop, and phone.

Note: This description provides a general overview of the role but is not exhaustive. Responsibilities and conditions are subject to change by the employer.