Project Engineer, Renewable Electrical Engineering
Invenergy · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
Engineering$105k–$130k/yrFull-time
Position Overview
Responsibilities
- Engineering Design Management
- Develop conceptual project designs that comply with all critical owner and interconnection requirements
- Conduct thorough design reviews of electrical drawings: DC solar, AC collection system for wind and solar, substation, and transmission line
- Define the scope of all required electrical system studies and review results for accuracy and compliance
- Track design schedules, update all stakeholders, and ensure that critical dates related to electrical engineering tasks are met on time
- Support project close out by organizing and transferring all as-built documentation to final project owner including electrical drawings, schematics, bill of materials, electrical studies, and relay settings
Procurement and Construction Support
- Review competitive bids for owner procured electrical material
- Support the purchasing of this equipment and manage suppliers throughout the engineering and commissioning process
- Monitor construction progress both remotely and via on-site inspections and support resolution of any field issues
- Attend on-site meetings with electrical construction contractors and in person coordination meetings with interconnection utilities
- Perform factory/equipment inspection and witness factory acceptance testing for major materials
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
- 3+ years of relevant work experience, including internships
- Experience with HV/MV electrical infrastructure (substations/switchyards, distribution systems, transmission lines, transformers)
- Knowledge of power systems, ideally acquired through specific coursework, job experience, or internships
- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
- Some travel required (up to 25%)
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Renewable Power Plants
- General knowledge of interpreting and applying common industry standards and codes
- Ability to concurrently coordinate and manage multiple projects with various teams
Base Pay
$105,000.00 - $130,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 20% - 30%
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401k
- Paid time off
About the Role
This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.