Electrical Engineer

slrconsulting; United States; On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

SLR seeks an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to lead design and analysis for solar and energy storage projects across North America and the Caribbean. You will oversee PV and storage system design, mentor engineers, and coordinate with clients, utilities, and vendors.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, regulatory compliance, and collaboration in a dynamic team. A NYISO/PJM/MISO focus and site visits are part of the job, with strong growth opportunities and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in power systems engineering with solar and battery storage experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in NY or reciprocal state.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, MS Office, and power system analysis tools.
• Working knowledge of the NEC.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis, simulation, commissioning for CDG, solar and storage projects.
• Mentor team members; uphold drawing standards and quality.
• Provide technical support across all design phases and construction.
• Manage tasks, milestones, and status reports for projects.
• Interface with clients, vendors, utilities, and authorities to meet requirements.
• Run energy production simulations using PVSyst, Helioscope, and Excel.
• Perform power system studies including load flow and short-circuit analysis.
• Prepare documentation, scopes of work, and RFP responses.
• Support business development with technical input on proposals.
• Visit sites for design verification, construction, and commissioning.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (NY or reciprocal)

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

PVSyst

Helioscope

NEC knowledge

Job description

Role

Ready to power the future of clean energy? Join SLR as an Intermediate Electrical Engineer and lead cutting-edge solar and energy storage projects that shape sustainable communities across North America and the Caribbean. If you thrive on technical challenges, collaboration, and making a real impact, this is your opportunity to drive innovation where it matters most.

SLR is seeking an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to lead engineering activities such as design, analysis, simulation, commissioning, and technical advisory for community distributed generation (CDG), utility-scale solar, and energy storage projects. The projects may be located throughout North America and the Caribbean. The primary focus for this role will be on projects in NYISO, PJM and MISO RTO territories. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, enjoys technical challenges, and thrives in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review all aspects of solar PV and battery energy storage system design, from small rooftop to large utility-scale ground mount projects, ensuring technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to SLR and industry standards
• Mentor Engineering team members, review team deliverables for technical quality and consistency; set and uphold drawing architecture standards and best practices across the team
• Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders across all phases of design, interconnection, and construction
• Oversee day-to-day project execution; assign tasks, manage workflows, track milestones, and prepare status reports for senior management
• Interface with clients, vendors, utilities, and local authorities to align project requirements and ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget
• Conduct detailed energy production simulations and modeling for solar PV and storage systems using software tools such as MS Excel, PVSyst, and Helioscope
• Perform power system studies including underground ampacity, load flow, protective coordination, short-circuit, grounding, and arc flash analysis using ETAP
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including feasibility studies, scopes of work, commissioning reports, technical specifications, and RFP responses
• Assist Project Leads in prioritizing engineering tasks, managing team resources, and fulfilling administrative duties as needed
• Ensure project designs comply with relevant codes and standards (e.g., NEC, CEC, IEEE, building and fire code)
• Conduct on-site field visits to support design verification, construction, and commissioning activities
• Recommend and implement continuous improvements in design practices, project execution processes, and product performance
• Support business development efforts by providing technical input on proposals, estimating engineering scope, and advising on system configuration
• Collaborate with external engineering consultants and partners to ensure quality assurance and jurisdictional compliance

Working @ SLR

With us, there is no doubt you'll grow your subject-matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long-run, and if you ask our team, they'll tell you that's just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.

The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $175,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.

Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Qualifications/Education/Memberships

• Minimum 4 years of experience in power systems engineering with solar and battery storage experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer in New York or a state with reciprocity
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD)
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Familiarity with r