Principal Engineer, Electrical

Signal Energy’s Principal Engineer, Electrical will serve as the subject matter expert and primary technical lead for PV and BESS electrical engineering efforts. This role is accountable for developing and implementing electrical design standards and processes, growing and mentoring the electrical design team, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure constructable designs that meet client and regulatory requirements.

Reports to: Director of Engineering, Engineering & Battery Storage
Location/Travel: Remote or Chattanooga, TN; periodic travel for client meetings, project site visits, and industry events

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve a robust set of design standards, templates, and best practices
• Recruit and mentor electrical engineering team members that embody Signal Energy’s Core Principles
• Oversee all electrical engineering efforts to ensure deliverables are submitted on time, comply with client and regulatory requirements, meet quality standards, and align with budget and constructability expectations
• Conduct and review electrical engineering designs and studies to develop deliverables and act as Engineer of Record for one or more projects simultaneously
• Lead, manage, and mentor the electrical design team on the technical delivery of PV and BESS projects
• Champion innovation and creativity in design tools, processes, and plant technology to maintain industry leadership in PV and BESS engineering, procurement, and construction
• Maintain knowledge of current and pending industry codes and standards; incorporate same into design tools and processes
• Interface with clients and other stakeholders to optimize project design and value; serve as the go-to expert for technical solutions
• Support pursuits with input on conceptual designs and engineering budgets
• Support Operations through resolution of RFIs, field changes, and other design-related issues, including technical evaluations of proposed changes to project design requirements, material specifications, or means and methods
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of civil, structural, and high-voltage design packages

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Electrical Power Engineering
• 10+ years of power system design and engineering, including 5+ years in PV or BESS
• Professional Engineer license (one or more US states)
• Experience leading a team of engineers and designers
• Knowledge of NEC, ANSI, NEMA, IEEE, and other applicable codes and standards
• Proficiency in applicable engineering software including AutoCAD, ETAP, PVSyst/SAM, and relevant electrical system analysis software (preferred)
• EPC experience (preferred)

Skills

• Technical expertise in Electrical Engineering, including preparation and assembly of plans, studies, calculations, and specifications
• Effective leadership focused on developing and empowering the team, with willingness to engage hands-on when necessary
• Highly organized, with ability to prioritize and track multiple, concurrent, high-impact activities
• Driven by continuous improvement of processes, tools, and technology
• Positive and enthusiastic demeanor, especially in high-stress situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Creative problem solver with ability to balance tactical and strategic decisions