Electrical Graduate Engineer

$70,000 - $80,000/Yr

Westwood Professional Services - Minnetonka, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Minnetonka, MN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Electrical Graduate Engineer position at Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is designed for recent graduates looking to start their careers in electrical engineering within the Renewables Division. The role involves supporting the production of construction documents for solar, wind, and energy storage projects, collaborating with various engineering disciplines, and utilizing AutoCAD for design tasks. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment focused on innovative solutions in the energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Support construction document production for commercial and utility scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects.
• Coordinate with design team disciplines including civil engineers, geotechnical engineers, and surveyors.
• Utilize AutoCAD to create construction documents and perform quantity takeoffs.
• Create wiring/cable schedules based on takeoffs and sizing input from senior designers/engineers.
• Maintain awareness and knowledge of Westwood design/CAD standards.

Requirements

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of NEC and/or NESC.
• Experience and knowledge of basic electrical design concepts.
• Associates Degree or Technical School Certificate in Electrical Design, Solar Design, Architectural/Engineering Drafting, or related degree.
• Approximately 2 - 5 years of experience in the drafting/design of electrical power/distribution systems.
• Working knowledge and ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows/Office products.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude; ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or similar.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with ArcGIS.
• Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, CYME, or similar software for modeling electrical power systems.
• NABCEP Certification.
• Experience with wind AC collection design.
• Experience with energy storage systems (battery, fuel cells, flywheel, or capacitor).
• Experience with PVsyst, Helioscope, SAM, or other PV production modeling software.
• Experience with Helios 3D or SunDAT.
• Experience with Homer Pro.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 per year.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and teamwork.