Electrical Engineer II - Solar

RRC Power and Energy; Round Rock (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; 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 is seeking an Electrical Engineer II - Solar to design utility-scale PV systems and support interconnection and construction efforts for projects in the U.S. and Canada. The role involves preparing diagrams, specifications, and coordination with utilities, engineering teams, and clients.

The position requires a BS in Electrical Engineering (MS preferred), EIT designation, and 5+ years of relevant power/solar experience. Travel up to ~10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred in Electrical/ Renewable Engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training designation required; PE license or ability to obtain license.

Responsibilities

• Apply electrical engineering principles to design and develop utility-scale solar PV systems.
• Prepare complete electrical design packages: one-line diagrams, layouts, grounding plans, equipment specs.
• Design and support medium and low voltage systems for solar facilities, including inverters and interconnection infra.
• Perform electrical calculations: voltage drop, short circuit, cable sizing, grounding analysis, equipment rating.
• Coordinate with internal teams and clients to ensure project execution and compliance.

Skills

EIT designation

Communication

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

SKM

CYMCAP

PVsyst

Job description

Description

RRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer II - 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 US 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 the design and development of utility-scale solar PV systems
• Prepare complete electrical design packages, including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, collection system layouts, grounding plans, equipment specifications, and construction details
• Design and support medium voltage and low voltage systems for solar generation facilities, including inverters, transformers, and interconnection infrastructure
• Perform electrical calculations such as voltage drop, short circuit, cable sizing, grounding analysis, and equipment rating selection
• Ensure designs comply with project requirements, applicable codes, industry standards, and safety regulations
• Support interconnection design activities, including coordination with utilities and preparation of technical documentation
• Review and validate design documents and vendor submittals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Coordinate with internal teams including engineers, designers, and project managers to support project execution and resolve issues
• Interface with clients on routine technical matters
• Contribute to maintaining project budgets, schedules, and quality standards
• Participate in value engineering efforts to optimize cost-effective and efficient design solutions
• Conduct occasional site visits to support construction, commissioning, and field activities
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal standards, tools, and processes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering, or related field
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering, or related field preferred
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation required;Professional Engineering registration license or ability to obtain license
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in power systems, solar PV, or renewable energy projects
• Must be authorized for full-time work in the United States or Canada
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NEC, NESC, IEEE, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience with design and analysis tools such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, SKM, CYMCAP, PVsyst, or similar software
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with ability to interface with internal teams and clients
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed (~10%)

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.