Electrical Engineer

Apex Clean Energy; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Parking and cell phone

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness discounts

Job summary

Apex Clean Energy seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to join the Project Management Department in Charlottesville, VA, coordinating technical issues from development through construction and operations support. You will interface with Development, Transmission, Construction and Operations teams to deliver compliant, high-quality engineering design and manage 3rd party work.

The role requires strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, with a passion for renewable energy

Qualifications

• B.S. in electrical engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years in electrical engineering design for substations and renewable energy systems.
• Experience with consulting engineering firms is a plus.
• Support analytics and root-cause analyses for faults on renewable assets.
• Proven ability to lead and foster teamwork in fast-paced environments.
• Well organized with the ability to handle tight deadlines and multiple tasks.
• Excellent English reading/writing speaking skills.
• Professional presence with strong communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ethics, integrity and ability to build trust.
• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills to motivate others.
• Creative and adaptable, able to handle shifting priorities.
• Solid writing, analytical and functional/technical specification skills.
• Ability to work from Apex’s Charlottesville, VA headquarters.

Responsibilities

• Manage 3rd party engineers handling substation, transmission line, and collection system designs.
• Plan and coordinate internal/external resources for technical due diligence.
• Identify value drivers through technical analysis and support proposals.
• Provide technical analyses for development, construction, and operations.
• Ensure technical concepts meet company standards and quality.
• Develop RFPs for engineering work; evaluate submissions and select consultants.
• Coordinate input from specialists or partners for regional requirements and detailed support.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Substations design

Renewable energy systems

Project management

Communication

Team leadership

English proficiency

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Company Description

Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus: to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. Our mission-driven team of nearly 400 professionals uses a data-focused approach and an unrivaled portfolio of projects to create solutions for the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking customers. For more information about how Apex is building the energy company of the future, visit apexcleanenergy.com.

Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus: to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. Our mission-driven team of nearly 400 professionals uses a data-focused approach and an unrivaled portfolio of projects to create solutions for the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking customers. For more information about how Apex is building the energy company of the future, visit apexcleanenergy.com.

Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future.

Job Description

Apex Clean Energy is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join the Project Management Department to manage and coordinate technical issues of renewable energy projects from development, through construction completion including continued operations support. Working in the Project Management Department on a collaborative Electrical Engineering team, this role will interface with the internal Development, Transmission, Construction and Operational teams, and oversee all major technical issues to ensure compliance with Apex’s technical standards. In addition, the electrical engineer will ensure delivery of technical concept and engineering design of projects at various stages of their lifecycle as well as manage 3rd party electrical engineering and design work.

The Electrical Engineer role requires excellent communication and collaboration skills as well as the ability to work well under pressure, multitask, and shift priorities on the go. The successful candidate will be well organized, comfortable in a dynamic environment, have strong attention to detail, and can synthesize and conceptualize complex ideas. A passion for renewable energy is a must.

Responsibilities

• The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for managing 3rd party engineers performing project substation, transmission line(s), and collection system designs;
• Planning and coordinating of internal and external resources for technical due diligence of renewable energy projects;
• Identify value-add and profitability influencers through technical analysis and preparation of proposals for improved planning and technical requirements;
• Responsible for technical analyses to support project development, construction, and operational activities;
• Responsible for the quality of the project technical concepts in accordance with the Company strategy and standards;
• Develop and support request for proposals for engineering work, with Procurement, evaluate the submissions and make recommendations on consultant selection(s);
• Prepare and clarify regional requirements and resource planning through coordination of the input of specialized skills, supported either from internal or external technical experts or by developing local partnerships for detailed engineering support.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering, advanced degree preferred;
• Three years minimum of related experience in electrical engineering design, specifically in substations and renewable energy systems;
• Experience working with consulting engineering firms;
• Support engineering analytics and root cause analysis for faults on operating renewable energy assets ;
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and foster cohesive teamwork;
• Highly organized with demonstrated ability to work under very tight time requirements and deadlines; able to juggle competing demands and follow through on deliverables with minimal supervision;
• Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English proficiently;
• Professional presence with strong communication and presentation skills;
• Build trust by demonstrating high ethical standards and personal integrity;
• Superior interpersonal and demonstrated facilitation skills, including the ability to motivate and influence others, build effective interpersonal relationships, and be able to foster and contribute to a positive and productive team environment;
• Creative and innovative with assignments. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in work style to better respond to multiple requests/tasks and handle sudden changes in priorities. Able to embrace and participate in change initiatives;
• Strong organizational, analytical, and writing skills, to include solid experience in writing functional and technical specifications;
• Able to work from our headquarters in Charlottesville, VA

Additional Information

Work Environment

Works primarily traditional office hours in an indoor office environment. Flexible work hours allowed when work duties and business operations permit.

How You’ll Grow

At Apex Clean Energy, our professional development plans focus on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands‑on experience in the dynamic, fast‑paced renewable energy industry. From on‑the‑job learning experiences to a robust multi‑week onboarding experience to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

What Apex Can Offer You

• A mission-driven, energetic environment that supports and encourages our people to do their best work every day.
• A respect for and celebration of individuality, differences, and uniqueness
• Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential
• Ongoing support and guidance such as on‑the‑job learning, hands‑on experience, and mentorship
• Training, strategies, and tools to support your personal and professional growth
• Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities
• Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match
• Base and bonus commensurate with experience
• Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
• Benefits Offered: comprehensive high‑deductible health plans, dental and vision insurance plans, short‑term and long‑term disability, group life insurance, 401(k) corporate matching, flexible spending arrangements, company paid parking and cell phone, fitness and wellness corporate discounts

Apex Clean Energy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.