Senior Electrical Engineer

$128,000 - $156,000/Yr

Primoris Service Corporation - Aurora, CO

Full-time - Senior

Aurora, CO

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

The Senior Electrical Engineer will play a pivotal role in leading the internal electrical engineering processes for photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects at a prominent Engineer, Procure, and Construct (EPC) firm. This position encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including overseeing electrical design and studies, ensuring that field construction and installation methods are considered in design decisions, and optimizing design development and costs. The engineer will be responsible for designing DC, MVAC, and LVAC auxiliary collection systems while also mentoring junior team members to foster their professional growth. In this role, the Senior Electrical Engineer will develop both preliminary and detailed designs based on sound engineering principles tailored for PV and BESS projects. They will enhance electrical engineering calculation tools to determine cable, conduit, overcurrent protective device (OCPD), and electrical equipment ratings according to project specifications. Collaboration with the Estimating team will be essential to support design concepts and optimize the Bill of Materials (BOM) and Schedule of Values (SOV). The engineer will also guide CAD designers in creating effective site layouts and single line diagrams, ensuring that all designs are practical and efficient. Additionally, the Senior Electrical Engineer will maintain a comprehensive database of equipment used in PV and BESS designs, updating it as new versions become available. They will develop construction details and BOMs for various work packages, review utility interconnection documents to ensure compliance with project design requirements, and provide design inputs to the PV Performance group for accurate production modeling. The engineer will apply innovative engineering principles to optimize costs for utility-scale projects and maintain design matrices for future reference. Furthermore, they will support the Procurement team and Project Engineers with inquiries regarding product compatibility and design assumptions, attend mandatory training sessions, and develop expertise in various technologies related to utility-scale PV and BESS projects. Mentorship of other engineers and designers will also be a key aspect of this role, ensuring knowledge transfer and skill development within the team.

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary and detailed designs for PV and BESS projects based on engineering principles.
• Enhance electrical engineering calculation tools for cable, conduit, OCPD, and equipment ratings.
• Collaborate with the Estimating team to support design concepts and optimize BOM and SOV.
• Guide CAD designers in creating effective site layouts and single line diagrams.
• Maintain a database of equipment for PV and BESS designs and update it as necessary.
• Develop construction details and BOMs for various work packages.
• Review utility interconnection documents to ensure compliance with project design requirements.
• Provide design inputs to the PV Performance group for accurate production modeling.
• Apply innovative engineering principles for cost optimization of utility-scale projects.
• Support Procurement and Project Engineers with product compatibility and design assumptions.
• Attend training sessions on new products and safety protocols.
• Develop expertise in modules, racking, inverters, batteries, and other technologies related to PV and BESS projects.
• Review EOR drawings and studies to control project costs through comparison to preliminary designs.
• Mentor junior Electrical Engineers, Design Leads, Project Engineers, and CAD Designers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited college.
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in Solar PV Design or Solar construction industry.
• At least 8 years of experience in Electrical Engineering or related to Solar PV or Renewable Energy Technology.
• Professional experience with Utility PV Contract negotiation in an EPC setting.
• Professional Engineering License preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ETAP, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with electrical engineering simulation software (SAM, Cymcap, DIgSILENT, WinIGS) is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, SLDs, and specifications.
• Understanding of manufacturer's design parameters and installation guidelines.
• Familiarity with creating PV site plans and single line drawings (DC and AC systems).
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and follow through on tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• High level of organizational skills and professionalism.

Benefits

• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Paid sick leave as required by Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution.