Electrical Engineer II - BESS

Summary

RRC is a multidisciplinary engineering firm specializing in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. The company is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to design Battery Energy Storage Systems and related DC and medium-voltage systems, perform engineering studies, coordinate project deliverables, interact with clients, and provide technical support to multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Work with the team to design Battery Energy Storage Systems, DC and medium voltage systems including switchgear and distribution systems
• Work with the team to review or perform system studies such as ampacity, load flow, short circuit analysis and loss study
• Work with project team to prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor the design, analysis, and progress of engineering projects
• Interact with clients to interpret their needs and requirements
• Review manufacturer equipment drawings
• Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards, and specifications
• Perform quality control and quality checking on project deliverables, including drawings and studies
• Review engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions
• Direct designers and drafters on drawing requirements
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with BESS Manager, Project Manager and multi-discipline participants to provide assistance and technical support
• Support development of standards, optimizations, and processes
• Work with team on changing trends in technology

Skills

• Minimum of Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Engineering
• 3+ years experience in BESS, renewable energy, distribution, or MV power systems
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, with ability to obtain PE license in the future
• Experience designing medium and low voltage cabling systems
• Experience designing with switchgears, switchboards, panelboards, breaker and other protection device
• Exposure to different battery container systems, EMS and BMS
• Exposure to and experience designing with different Inverter / PCS (power conversion system) equipment.  Familiarity with codes and standards including the IEEE, NESC, NEC, NFPA
• Ability to organize, schedule, prioritize, and multi-task in a dynamic environment
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Ability to efficiently communicate and report at all internal and external levels
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Engineering preferred
• Experience with system studies in software such as CYME, ETAP or related software a plus
• Experience with HOMER Energy Toolbase, ESWare or similar modeling software is a plus
• Experience with PV and Wind systems is a plus
• Construction experience a plus
• Experience working with BESS connections to existing Transmission, Distribution, substations and/or Solar and Wind projects and regulations a plus

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Minimum of Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Engineering
• 3+ years experience in BESS, renewable energy, distribution, or MV power systems
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, with ability to obtain PE license in the future
• Experience designing medium and low voltage cabling systems
• Experience designing with switchgears, switchboards, panelboards, breaker and other protection device
• Exposure to different battery container systems, EMS and BMS
• Exposure to and experience designing with different Inverter / PCS (power conversion system) equipment.  Familiarity with codes and standards including the IEEE, NESC, NEC, NFPA
• Ability to organize, schedule, prioritize, and multi-task in a dynamic environment
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Ability to efficiently communicate and report at all internal and external levels
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Nice to Haves

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Engineering preferred
• Experience with system studies in software such as CYME, ETAP or related software a plus
• Experience with HOMER Energy Toolbase, ESWare or similar modeling software is a plus
• Experience with PV and Wind systems is a plus
• Construction experience a plus
• Experience working with BESS connections to existing Transmission, Distribution, substations and/or Solar and Wind projects and regulations a plus

Benefits

• Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
• RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)
• Optional Work from Home