Electrical Engineer (BESS Focus)

AECOM; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM has an Electrical Engineer position focused on renewable energy projects across the United States, including PV and BESS system design and interconnections. The role supports design from concept through commissioning, with opportunities to work remotely or from multiple Energy offices.

Preferred candidates will have a PE license and extensive experience in utility-scale renewable systems, including solar and energy storage integrations, along with strong technical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 4 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in design and integration of utility-scale renewable and battery storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Electrical engineering design work on assigned projects under guidance of senior staff.
• Develop design schedules and budgets with Project Engineer/Manager.
• PV and BESS system design including array layouts, DC string sizing, equipment layouts, and interconnections.
• PV and BESS system energy production modelling.
• Develop construction and equipment specifications.
• Engineering calculations (NEC max voltage, conductor sizing, overcurrent protection sizing, voltage drop).
• Engineering development and support of construction drawings – one lines, network diagrams.
• PV and BESS system cost estimation and payback evaluations.
• DC and low to medium voltage power distribution design.
• Support projects through life cycle including feasibility, design, construction, commissioning.
• Participate in meetings including occasional travel.

Skills

Lead engineering tasks

Strong written and verbal skills

PE license

Education

BA/BS Electrical Engineering or related

4 years of relevant experience or equivalency

Tools

Homer

NREL SAM

ForgeSolar

Helioscope

ETAP

SKM

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Energy
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Raleigh, NC - 5438 Wade Park Bo
• Compensation: USD 100,000 - USD 130,000 - yearly

Job Description

AECOM has a position available for an Electrical Engineer to strengthen our talented team of engineers and designers working on renewable projects across the country for the US Energy Practice. For this role, AECOM offers the freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at a variety of Energy offices located in multiple locations across the United States.

Our team provides a wide range of engineering services in support of projects across the country with renewable project scopes such as commercial and industrial installations focused on resiliency, efficiency and reliability as well as those utility scale projects seeking to power communities via interconnected networks or high-density installations. Areas of focus include solar photovoltaics (PV), including new technologies in agrivoltaics and floating PV, energy storage (e.g. BESS, supercapacitors), interconnection, wind repowering, next generation energy generation (e.g. fuel cells), new site development, data centers and more.

Focused on a BESS experience, we are looking for a strong candidate with a power engineering background to promote our skills to new clients and maintain our existing client base.

Qualified candidates are those established technical leaders with a diverse background in distributed energy solutions committed to quality project delivery with an interest and curiosity in devising innovative solutions.

The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Responsible for the electrical engineering design work on assigned projects under the guidance of senior staff
• Work with Project Engineer and Project Manager on developing design schedules and budgets for electrical engineering work activities
• Solar PV and BESS system design including array layouts, DC string sizing, equipment layouts, and utility interconnections for rooftop, carport, and ground mount (fixed tilt and single-axis tracking) systems
• Solar PV and BESS system energy production modelling
• Developing construction and equipment specifications
• Engineering calculations (NEC maximum system voltage, conductor sizing, overcurrent protection sizing, utility disconnect requirements, voltage drop, and conduit sizing)
• Engineering development and support of construction drawing developments – one lines, network diagrams, etc.
• PV and BESS system cost estimation and payback evaluations
• DC and low to medium voltage power distribution design
• Supporting projects through complete life cycle including the feasibility phase, preliminary and detailed design, issue-for-bid, construction, start-up, and commissioning
• Participating in and presenting at meetings including those requiring occasional travel

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering or Engineering related discipline and 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Demonstrated experience in design and integration of utility-scale renewable and battery storage systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current professional engineering license (PE) and ability to attain additional states by comity
• 8+ years of relevant experience preferred
• Proficient in industry software such as Homer, NREL SAM, ForgeSolar, and Helioscope
• MV AC Collection System Design Experience
• Protection and Controls Experience
• Knowledgeable in power system modeling in ETAP and/or SKM
• Strong familiarity with the NEC, as well as related codes such as IBC and NFPA 855
• Familiarity with utility practices, industry codes and standards (NESC, IEEE, PIP etc.).
• Strong written and verbal skills with an ability to lead engineering tasks
• Experience on full EPC, Design/Build projects from start to finish.
• Capable of system financial estimation (Capex, Opex), PPA recommendation and calculating ROI
• Field construction and commissioning experience

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of employees. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

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