Electrical Field Engineer - Utility Scale Solar

About the role

The Electrical Field Engineer supports construction activities at utility-scale solar sites. This role requires a strong electrical background and experience in a fast-paced field environment.

Responsibilities

• Support on-site construction activities with a focus on electrical and high-voltage systems, including collection systems, substations, and interconnection-related infrastructure
• Coordinate inspections and facilitate discussions with local, county, and state Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), particularly for electrical and HV components
• Create and conduct First Article Inspections (FAIs) to verify electrical installations are constructed to design specifications and standards
• Document and maintain construction and engineering drawings, including red-line sets for electrical and HV scopes
• Compose and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) between construction teams, engineers, vendors, and long-term project owners
• Review electrical construction material submittals and verify compliance with project specifications
• Absorb and manage project constraints through collaboration with project management, engineering, and construction personnel
• Maintain stormwater documentation logs and coordinate remediation as needed
• Operate drones to capture construction progress, quality issues, and field conditions

Requirements

• Professional electrical experience in an industrial, utility-scale, or power generation environment
• Experience supporting field construction activities under schedule-driven deadlines
• Experience creating reports, tracking issues, and compiling field data
• Experience working effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with high-voltage (HV) electrical systems, including substations, collection systems, and grid interconnection infrastructure
• Experience supporting electrical scopes on utility-scale solar projects
• Previous experience in a Field Engineering, Project Engineering, or Construction Management role within Renewables or Oil & Energy
• Familiarity with electrical codes, standards, and inspection requirements applicable to large-scale power projects
• Experience operating drones or possession of an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) license
• Experience in a leadership role or acting as an on-site electrical point of contact
• Experience communicating in multi-lingual environments

Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Responsible, creative problem-solving
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

DEPCOM Power offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Pay

$80,000 – $110,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Schedule

Project assignments are based on business needs and may change as new projects are awarded and staffing requirements evolve. Current hiring needs are focused on projects in: Sycamore, OHLondon, OH.