Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy

Kimley-Horn; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their Renewable Energy team in Charlotte. This role involves leading the design of innovative electrical systems, including renewable generation and EV charging infrastructure. With over 4 years of experience required, candidates will collaborate with diverse teams and prepare technical documents. The company is recognized for its strong culture and employee benefits, offering a supportive environment for growth. If you are passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Retirement plan with 2:1 company match

Health coverage options

Flexible time off

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement

Family benefits including parental leave

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering required.
• Ability to obtain P.E. License within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of electrical systems for renewable energy projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across offices.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Teamwork

Project Management

Knowledge of NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Programming in Python

Programming in MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineering (P.E.) License

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

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Kimley-Horn's Charlotte, North Carolina (NC) office is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join their Renewable Energy team! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of electrical systems including renewable generation, energy storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, building electrical, and battery storage projects
• Perform design on a wide variety of projects, such as photometrics and lighting, power distribution, EV charging, and more
• Develop design documents and reports, including electrical layouts, equipment schematics, electrical system calculations, and one-line diagrams
• Collaborate daily with multidisciplinary teams across Kimley-Horn offices
• Prepare project specifications, electrical construction cost estimates, and proposals to support growth in electrical engineering services locally and nationally
• Assist in mentoring, training, and expanding the Renewable Energy team
• Develop reports and design documents, including electrical design plans, EV charging infrastructure, equipment selection, solar system sizing, and power analyses

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge of NEC, NESC, IEEE, and ANSI standards
• Willingness to travel for site visits and client meetings
• Teamwork skills, including mentoring junior staff
• Preferred: Experience in utility-scale PV, MEP, HVAC, wind, energy storage, EV infrastructure, microgrids, substations, or data centers; project management; proficiency in AutoCAD; power system analysis; transient studies; lighting design; programming in Python or MATLAB

Why Kimley-Horn?

Kimley-Horn values people, clients, and employees, fostering an environment for growth and success. Recognized on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 17 years, we pride ourselves on employee retention, benefits, and a strong company culture.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with 2:1 company match up to 4% and profit-sharing
• Health coverage options
• Flexible time off, holidays, and half-day Fridays
• Student loan matching, bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement, training programs
• Family benefits including parental leave and childcare resources

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT