Senior PV Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Asheville (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior PV Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing engineering resources, ensuring compliance with project requirements, and providing expert guidance in PV Electrical Engineering. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the utility-scale solar sector and a strong background in engineering management. The position offers flexibility with remote work options and the chance to make a significant impact on solar projects across the nation. Join a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion while contributing to sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Matching 401k

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Hybrid Work Options

Dog-Friendly Offices

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of PV Electrical Engineering experience required.
• Utility-scale solar industry experience is essential.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage external engineering resources and maintain design standards.
• Review and compile project-specific Scope of Work documents.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines and project managers.

Skills

PV Electrical Engineering

Engineering Management

AutoCAD

AC and DC Electrical Principles

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

AutoCAD

PV Design Review Software

PVcase

WinIGS

ETAP

Job description

Job Description

Blue Ridge Power is a full-service EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company for solar projects across the United States, offering integrated engineering, a qualified professional labor force, and an expansive fleet of equipment to serve the needs of our clients. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, with offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Lexington, SC. Blue Ridge Power has installed 8 GW of solar infrastructure throughout the country and employs about 700 team members. Learn more at blueridgepower.com.

Blue Ridge Power (BRP) is seeking a Senior PV Electrical Engineer to assist BRP's engineering department. The Senior Electrical PV Engineer is responsible for managing external engineering resources, maintaining BRP electrical design standards, ensuring project compliance with owner and regulatory requirements, and providing subject matter expertise in PV Electrical Engineering. The candidate must have a distinguished record of successful PV Electrical Engineering implementation and management and be enthusiastic, self-motivated, and result-oriented.

The Senior PV Electrical Engineer reports directly to the Director, PV Engineering.

This position can be remote, preferably within comfortable travel distance of one of our BRP office locations in Asheville or Fayetteville, NC. Any travel will be fully reimbursable.

What You'll Do:

1. Review owner project requirements for cost, schedule, and constructability implications.
2. Review and compile owner's project-specific Scope of Work (SoW) documents for PV Electrical Engineering.
3. Issue Requests for Proposals (RFP) to third-party engineering design consultants.
4. Review third-party engineering design consultant proposals for SoW and technical compliance.
5. Guide discipline-specific engineering discussions and decisions.
6. Manage consultants to ensure the implementation of engineering requirements and standards.
7. Serve as project PV Electrical Engineering discipline's Subject Matter Expert (SME).
8. Work with project managers on schedule and engineering cost containment.
9. Coordinate with different engineering disciplines, management, finance, contracting, and construction teams to ensure effective development of solar projects.
10. Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing third-party consultants.
11. Provide feedback on the consultant's performance and areas of improvement.
12. Review PV Electrical Engineering deliverables for owner compliance, including drawing sets, electrical calculations for AC and DC cable sizing, underground cable thermal analysis, overhead medium voltage design, voltage drop, grounding, arc flash analysis, and other electrical design elements and studies.
13. Review PV Electrical engineering deliverables for local, state, and federal code and safety requirements.
14. Provide permit application support.
15. Review PV electrical engineering designs for optimization recommendations.
16. Coordinate responses to construction RFIs and equipment Submittals from vendors, subcontractors, and independent engineers.
17. Perform basic functions of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, AutoCAD, and PV design review software.
18. Additional duties as assigned and/or directed.

Must-Haves:

• 4-6+ years of PV Electrical Engineering experience.
• 2+ years of Engineering Management experience.
• Utility-scale solar industry experience.
• AutoCAD proficiency.
• Knowledge of AC and DC electrical principles.
• Knowledge of the Electric Code and other relevant standards.
• Knowledge of medium voltage distribution and protection systems.
• Knowledge of underground cable analysis.
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Availability for site visits and inspections when relevant.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and make corrective changes.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Proficiency in PVcase, WinIGS, and ETAP design software.
• Knowledge of arc flash study analysis.
• Knowledge of grounding study analysis.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or an equivalent technology program is required.
• Professional Engineering license is preferred.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• This position can be remote, preferably within comfortable travel distance of one of our BRP office locations in Asheville or Fayetteville, NC.
• The work environment is an office setting.
• Travel to project sites and offices up to 10-15%.
• Must be able to sit/stand at a desk and utilize a computer for extended periods.
• May require lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds.

Blue Ridge Power offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Training, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid and Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and more.

We support local organizations and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Blue Ridge Power does not accept unsolicited resumes or referrals from third-party recruiting firms or agencies.