Sr Engineer I, Electrical Projects

RWE AG; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Education Assistance

Job summary

RWE AG is seeking a Sr Engineer I for Electrical Projects based in Austin, TX. This role involves designing balance of plant packages and providing engineering project support during construction. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience, especially in renewable generation projects.

A competitive salary range of $120,000 to $150,000 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience in renewable generation project design is preferred.
• Strong leadership and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Design balance of plant packages from development to IFC.
• Support project engineering during construction and turnover.
• Manage 3rd party engineering consultants.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Project Management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Sr Engineer I, Electrical Projects

Locations: Austin, TX; White Plains, NY; Chicago, IL; Oakland, CA. Start: ASAP, full-time, permanent. Functional Area: Engineering. Remuneration: Exempt.

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 Experience

• A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college engineering program
• Advanced degrees can reduce technical experience requirements
• Minimum 5 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 organization 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

Pay Range

The annual base salary range for this position in California is $120,000 - $150,000. Salary range represents our good‑faith estimate across all U.S. locations.

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, Holidays, and short‑term incentives.

Contact: [e-mail]

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.