Renewables Design Engineer

ENTRUST Solutions Group, A Leidos Company; Cincinnati, Greenville, Wilmington (OH, SC, DE); Ibrido; USD 85.000 - 115.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Generous paid time off

Retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Descrizione del lavoro

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, is seeking a Renewables Design Engineer to develop utility-scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System designs from concept through construction, including IFC packages and coordination with civil, structural, and electrical teams.

The role supports remote and hybrid work with minimal travel, requires 4+ years in power/renewable design, strong AutoCAD (and Civil 3D / MicroStation) skills, and proven ability to produce compliant drawings and

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with a focus on power.
• 4+ years’ experience in design and construction of power/generation/renewable energy projects.
• Understanding NEC/UL/ISO and ability to develop system schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with AutoCAD for 30/60/90/IFC drawing sets.
• Strong communication with project managers, technicians, and stakeholders.

Mansioni

• Develop detailed engineering designs for utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects from concept through construction.
• Create and maintain IFC drawing packages, including plan views, profiles, single-line diagrams, site layouts, electrical details, grounding plans, trenching plans, and equipment installation details.
• Produce construction-ready drawings and design documentation that comply with project specifications, utility requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and geotechnical teams to ensure design integration and constructability.
• Develop and review AC/DC layouts, equipment placement, cable routing, conduit schedules, and wiring diagrams.
• Perform system design calculations including voltage drop, cable ampacity, fault current, grounding, short-circuit, and equipment sizing studies.
• Design and review MV and distribution systems for renewable energy facilities.
• Apply knowledge of electric distribution system design principles to support interconnections and feeder upgrades.
• Prepare and review single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, protection and control drawings, and relay coordination documentation.
• Support distribution engineering with conductor selection, pole loading, voltage regulation, and equipment specs.
• Coordinate with utilities to address interconnection comments, design revisions, and permitting requirements.
• Conduct constructability reviews and provide engineering support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Evaluate engineering change requests and update IFC drawings for field modifications.
• Review vendor drawings, equipment submittals, and documentation for compliance.
• Develop BOMs, equipment specs, and installation standards for PV, BESS, and distribution equipment.
• Support permitting activities for AHJs, utilities, and regulators.
• Collaborate with construction managers and field teams to resolve RFIs and installation issues.
• Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation to develop and maintain drawing packages.
• Support project schedules by tracking milestones and coordinating reviews.

Conoscenze

Underground distribution design

Inverter-based resources (IBR)

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Strumenti

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Descrizione del lavoro

Join ENTRUST’s Power Generation group as a full-time Renewables Design Engineer We are looking for a Renewables Based Design Engineer to help support our efforts in issuing 30/60/90/IFC drawing sets for construction as well as general arrangement and conceptual applications. This position offers remote and/or hybrid schedule options with minimal travel.

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a company of Leidos, Power Generation, offers independent third-party engineering solutions to global power providers and plant operators. Power Generation's service offerings cover conventional and renewable power, as well as compliance, encompassing plant conceptual design through operation and maintenance.

The ideal candidate would have experience in underground distribution design as well as experience with inverter-based resources (IBR). Comfortable in AutoCAD as well as Microsoft office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering designs for utility-scale and commercial solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from concept through construction.
• Create and maintain Issued for Construction (IFC) drawing packages, including plan views, profiles, single-line diagrams, site layouts, electrical details, grounding plans, trenching plans, and equipment installation details.
• Produce construction-ready drawings and design documentation that comply with project specifications, utility requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and geotechnical teams to ensure design integration and constructability.
• Develop and review AC and DC system layouts, equipment placement, cable routing, conduit schedules, and wiring diagrams.
• Perform system design calculations including voltage drop, cable ampacity, fault current, grounding, short-circuit, and equipment sizing studies.
• Design and review medium-voltage (MV) and distribution systems associated with renewable energy facilities, including feeders, collector systems, reclosers, switches, transformers, and utility interconnection infrastructure.
• Apply knowledge of electric distribution system design principles to support utility interconnections, feeder upgrades, line extensions, and distribution protection requirements.
• of-interconnection (POI) requirements with utility stakeholders.
• Prepare and review single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, protection and control drawings, and relay coordination documentation.
• Support distribution engineering efforts including conductor selection, pole loading assessments, voltage regulation considerations, and equipment specification.
• Coordinate with utilities to address interconnection comments, design revisions, and permitting requirements.
• Conduct constructability reviews and provide engineering support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Evaluate engineering change requests and update IFC drawings to reflect approved field modifications.
• Review vendor drawings, equipment submittals, and manufacturer documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Develop bill of materials (BOMs), equipment specifications, and installation standards for PV, BESS, and distribution equipment.
• Support permitting activities by preparing technical documentation for AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction), utilities, and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with construction managers and field teams to resolve RFIs, design conflicts, and installation issues.
• Utilize AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar design platforms to develop and maintain engineering drawing packages.
• Support project schedules by managing engineering deliverables, tracking design milestones, and coordinating multidisciplinary reviews.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program with a focus on the power side and minimum of four (4+) years’ experience in the design and construction of power/generation/renewable energy projects.
• Understanding engineering standards and regulations (e.g., NEC, UL, ISO).
• Develop system-level schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers, technicians, and other stakeholders to ensure successful implementation.
• Trou­sh technical understanding of distributed energy technologies, including some combination of solar and battery
• Project management experience with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of the various DER power sources within the Microgrid and how best interface with the utility to provide the most efficient system.
• AutoCAD experience (for creating 30/60/90/IFC drawing sets for permit and installation)
• Excellent communication skills possessing the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical resources to make projects work.

Why Join Us

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, we are driven by a commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and delivering the critical infrastructure that powers and connects communities. Together with Leidos, we are building a scaled, end-to-end energy and infrastructure organization focused on modernizing the grid, improving reliability, and helping utilities and network providers meet rising demand.

As an ENR top ranked firm, our team of more than 5,000 professionals brings deep technical expertise and advanced technology across electric, gas, and telecommunications infrastructure. We solve complex challenges for clients across North America and expanding markets, helping them strengthen reliability, expand capacity, and adapt to evolving infrastructure needs.

We foster a culture where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are expected, and where people are empowered to challenge convention, think boldly, and make an impact. Whether you are looking to grow your expertise, lead transformative projects, or help shape the future of infrastructure, you will find opportunities to thrive here.

If you are ready to outthink the status quo, tackle meaningful challenges, and build what is next, we would love to hear from you.

ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

This role is designated as remote, giving you the flexibility to primarily work from home while staying actively connected to your team and projects. We value collaboration and responsiveness, so we ask our remote team members to be available when in-office presence is needed—such as for client meetings, team events, or training sessions. Our approach blends freedom with shared accountability, making ENTRUST an exciting and supportive environment for professionals who thrive in remote work settings with clear, respectful expectations.

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