Electrical Engineer - Solar Energy

Continental Energy Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Energy Solutions in Chicago seeks an electrical design engineer to deliver renewable energy project designs, including interconnection drawings, permit/construction drawings, calculations and close-out documents using AutoCAD, PVSyst and Helioscope. Projects include photovoltaic and storage components submitted to utilities and AHJs for approval.

You will model PV systems, conduct site surveys, design installation details and single-line diagrams, create shop drawings for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years experience in renewable energy electrical construction and design.
• NABCEP, electrical engineering and/or AutoCad certification courses preferred.
• Proficient in voltage drop, ampacity, short circuit studies and protection coordination.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and electrical standards.

Responsibilities

• Model PV systems in PVSyst or Helioscope to estimate output.
• Conduct site surveys and assess existing electrical infrastructure.
• Design project electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, schedules and calculations.
• Create shop drawings for installation personnel and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Update record drawings from field markups and visits.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and contractors to support installation.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit Modeling

PVSyst

Helioscope

NABCEP

PE license

Electrical design

Bluebeam

AutoCad 2D

AutoCad 3D

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam Software

PVSyst

Helioscope

Microsoft Office

Job description

Provide electrical engineering design of renewable energy projects. Design to include interconnection drawings, electrical permit/construction drawings, calculations and close-out documents. Design tools to include AutoCAD, PVSyst, Helioscope and various manufacturer online design tools. Projects generally include photovoltaic and/or energy storage elements and are submitted to interconnecting utilities and building departments (AHJ) for approval as well to field personnel for installation.

What You’ll Do:

• Model photovoltaic systems in PVSyst or Helioscope software for output production estimates
• Conduct project site surveys to determine existing field conditions and existing electrical infrastructure
• Design projects in accordance with building codes, best practices and project requirements
• Design project installation details, single-line diagrams, schedules and calculations for submission to stakeholders and approval authorities
• Create shop drawings and details for installation personnel for use in construction
• Scan building existing conditions via drone or ground-based scanners
• Create layouts in AutoCad based on existing conditions, building codes and customer requirements
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and installation contractors to provide information necessary for installation
• Capture record drawings from field and update shop drawings from field markups and in-person visits

What You’ll Need for Success:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or electrical construction related field experience, licensed Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.
• 5+ years experience in renewable energy electrical construction and design
• NABCEP, electrical engineering and/or AutoCad certification courses preferred
• In depth electrical knowledge and ability to calculate and conduct various electrical studies, including voltage drop, ampacity, power factor, arc fault, short circuit, protection coordination, protective relaying and equipment selection.
• General construction, electrical construction knowledge preferred
• Experience using AutoCad 2D, AutoCad 3D, Revit Modeling, Bluebeam Software, renewable energy modeling software
• Intermediate MS Office abilities
• High focus on quality and detail
• Strong client service and team orientation
• Ability to thrive in deadline-driven, pressured environment

Our Company:

Continental Energy Solutions (CES) offers end-to-end solutions. We design, engineer, procure, install, commission, monitor, and maintain solar arrays, solar plus battery storage, and full microgrid solutions.

We offer an unbeatable team of engineers, project managers, and field supervisors, including NABCEP Certified Professionals, the gold standard in the solar industry. Together, our team works to provide our customers with clearly outlined costs, energy savings, and overall project ROI. Our solar, storage, and microgrid solutions have put CES at the top of our industry in the Midwest. Our project portfolio includes both rooftop and ground mount systems for big-box retail, warehouse, and campus solutions. With our experienced team and extensive project portfolio, we can build a solar and storage solution for every customer to meet any challenge.

Working for Continental Energy Solutions provides:

• Collaboration, assistance, tools, and resources for success
• An engaging and respectful workplace
• Pride working for the largest PV and battery storage installer in the Midwest

Continental Energy Solutions is committed to equal employment opportunity. CES seeks to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment of mutual respect and provides employees a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Continental Energy Solutions does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual or gender orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service.