Senior Engineer II, Electrical Projects

RWE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short‑Term Disability

Long‑Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Senior Engineer II, Electrical Projects to oversee electrical systems design for onshore wind, solar and storage projects from development through turnover to operations.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of transmission and substation design, and experience with wind, solar PV, and battery storage projects. This is an office‑based position with travel to other RWE locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college program.
• Advanced degrees can reduce technical experience requirements.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in electrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design balance of plant packages from development to IFC.
• Provide engineering project support during pre-construction, construction, and turnover to Operations.
• Ensure grid code compliance and interconnection requirements.
• Specify and evaluate major balance of plant electrical equipment.
• Conduct power system modeling and studies.
• Coordinate project engineering topics during construction.
• Manage 3rd party engineering consultants.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and SMEs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support NERC compliance documents and studies.
• Incorporate health, safety, and environmental protection into designs and standards.
• Support development of electrical engineering standards and processes.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power systems

Substation design

Transmission design

Renewables experience

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Engineering

Remuneration:Exempt

The Senior Engineer II, Electrical Projects, is responsible for overseeing the electrical systems design for onshore wind, solar, and storage projects from development to handover to operations.

Role Responsibilities

• Design of balance of plant packages from development to IFC
• Engineering project support during pre-construction, construction, and turnover to Operations
• Grid code compliance and interconnection requirements
• Specification and evaluation of major balance of plant electrical equipment
• Power system modeling and studies
• Coordinating project engineering topics during construction
• Management of 3rd party engineering consultants
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts during the project lifecycle
• Support NERC Compliance documents and studies
• Ensure that the highest level of health, safety, and environmental protection is incorporated into designs and standards
• Support the development of electrical engineering standards
• Support the development of engineering processes and procedures

Job Requirements and Experiences

• A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college engineering program
• Advanced degrees can reduce technical experience requirements
• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience (post‑undergraduate) in electrical engineering
• Specific areas of experience and competency include transmission design, substation design, collection and distribution design, major equipment specification, power system studies, and system protection and control
• Experience in renewable generation (wind turbine, solar PV, and BESS storage) project design is preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage customer relationships
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Strong leadership, communication, and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Ability to multitask while working independently and as part of a team
• Motivated self‑starter, goal‑oriented, and strong problem‑solving abilities
• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable
• Is detail‑oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts
• This position is an office‑based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations
• Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

Work Environment

This position is an office‑based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range

The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York is $170,000 - $190,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short‑term incentives, in addition to salary.

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US‑based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE's 125‑year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas‑powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. This is complemented by RWE's energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG). Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you grow your career and make a meaningful difference.