Electrical Engineer I - Solar

RRC Power and Energy; Round Rock (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching

Bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP matching (Canada)

Job summary

RRC Power and Energy seeks an Electrical Engineer I - Solar to support utility-scale solar projects across the U.S. and Canada, with work from flexible locations including remote and office sites. The role involves assisting with electrical design packages, MV/LV systems, interconnection work, and site support.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering with 0–2 years of experience, and preferably exposure to renewable energy, with EIT/licensure progress a plus.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. (or M.E.) in Electrical Engineering.
• 0–2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Exposure to renewable energy, solar PV systems, or power systems coursework is preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward licensure is preferred.
• Must be authorized for full-time work in the United States or Canada.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply electrical engineering principles to support the design and development of utility-scale solar PV systems.
• Assist in the preparation of electrical design packages including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, collection system layouts, grounding plans, equipment specifications, and construction details.
• Support MV/LV system design for solar facilities, including inverters, transformers, and interconnection facilities.
• Ensure designs meet project specifications, codes, standards, and safety requirements.
• Support interconnection design activities and documentation.
• Maintain project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
• Review design documents and vendor submittals for accuracy.
• Perform basic electrical calculations (voltage drop, short circuit, cable sizing, grounding).
• Participate in value engineering for cost-effective designs.
• Conduct occasional site visits for construction, commissioning, and quality inspections.
• Follow established procedures and contribute to process improvement.

Skills

Electrical Engineering degree

0-2 years experience

Renewable energy exposure

EIT/licensure progress

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

SKM

CYMCAP

PVsyst

Job description

RRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer I - Solar to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

RRC CORE VALUES

• Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations
• Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members
• Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply electrical engineering principles to support the design and development of utility-scale solar PV systems.
• Assist in the preparation of electrical design packages including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, collection system layouts, grounding plans, equipment specifications, and construction details.
• Support medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) system design for solar generation facilities, including inverters, transformers, and interconnection facilities.
• Ensure designs meet project specifications, applicable codes, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Support interconnection design activities, including coordination with utilities and preparation of required documentation.
• Assist in maintaining project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
• Review project-related design documents and vendor submittals for accuracy and compliance.
• Perform basic electrical calculations such as voltage drop, short circuit, cable sizing, grounding analysis, and equipment ratings.
• Participate in value engineering efforts to develop cost-effective and efficient design solutions.
• Conduct occasional site visits to support construction activities, commissioning, and quality inspections.
• Learn and follow established company design procedures while actively contributing to process improvement initiatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• B.S. or M.S. (or M.E.) in Electrical Engineering.
• 0–2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Exposure to renewable energy, solar PV systems, or power systems coursework is preferred.
• Experience in utility-scale renewable energy projects is a plus but not required.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward licensure is preferred.
• Must be authorized for full-time work in the United States or Canada.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Familiarity with software such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, SKM, CYMCAP, PVsyst, or similar electrical modeling/design tools is beneficial but not required.
• All necessary training will be provided.
• Willingness to travel to project sites for short durations as needed

BENEFITS

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Bonus eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

RRC thanks you for your interest in joining RRC. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information.

No recruiters or staffing firms please.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

RRC Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources or the recruitment contact listed in this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.