Senior Electrical Engineer, Solar Design & Interconnection

$97,000 - $130,000/Yr

UL Solutions - Latham, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Latham, NY

Real Estate

About the position

The Senior Electrical Engineer for Solar Design & Interconnection at UL is responsible for supporting independent engineering and investor services in the design, procurement, and construction of utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) power generation facilities. This role involves reviewing electrical engineering design documentation, conducting on-site inspections, and preparing reports for solar PV projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the electrical engineering aspects of high-profile Independent Engineering and Technical Advisory projects for project financing, tax equity, sales and acquisitions of solar PV projects and portfolios.
• Conduct detailed technical review and independent assessment of solar PV electrical engineering design and construction documentation, including plans, schematics, elevations, specifications, calculations, studies, construction submittals, test documentation, construction QA/QC documentation.
• Conduct on-site construction monitoring to assess compliance with design drawings and specifications, good construction practice, and adherence to QA/QC programs.
• Participate in meetings and conference calls with lenders, investors, developers, contractors, and engineers regarding electrical engineering technical reviews and construction issues.
• Prepare detailed reports of electrical engineering design reviews, project documentation assessments, and construction monitoring.
• Participate in formal and informal departmental training activities to continue development of engineering knowledge base.
• Attend regular departmental and team meetings.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited institution, with focus on power system engineering.
• Professional Engineering licensure.
• 5-10 proven years of experience in the power generation industry, renewable and/or storage experience preferred.
• Demonstrate competency in power generation, distribution, substation, and transmission concepts.
• Work effectively with colleagues to ensure timely delivery of high quality products.
• Ability to maintain good relationships with clients.
• Familiarity with and practical knowledge of related disciplines, with ability to independently grasp and articulate fundamental engineering concepts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate complex engineering, construction, and operational issues to lay people.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office products.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to travel up to 25% through the United States.
• Self-starter with ability to schedule and prioritize tasks and commitments.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience providing technical due diligence engineering services for wind or solar energy projects.
• Demonstrate competency in the design of AC and DC systems as related to solar PV generation facilities.
• Familiarity with NEC, NESC, NFPA, IEEE, U.S. grid codes, and other applicable industry standards and guidelines.
• Experience with SKM PowerTools, ETAP, DigSilent, EMTP, or similar power system analysis software.
• Familiarity reading and interpreting construction documents.
• Ability to monitor construction while assessing and communicating adherence to requirements, regulations, and processes.

Benefits

• Salary range of $97,000 - $130,000 based on experience.
• Annual bonus compensation target of 10% of base salary.
• Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Wellness benefits such as mental & financial health support.
• Retirement savings (401K).
• Paid time off including 15 days vacation, 12 holidays, and 72 hours sick time.