Senior Associate DER Engineer

Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent work experience required.
• Professional Engineer registration and ability to acquire licensure in additional states required.
• Experience in the design and construction of Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems design, PV + Storage systems designs, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) design, and Microgrid designs.
• Utility Scale PV system design experience preferred.
• Ability to evaluate power systems and perform studies for arc flash, short circuit current, coordination, underground cable thermals, grounding, and load flow analysis.
• Medium-Voltage (15 kV and below) design experience required, protective relaying experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams.
• Working Knowledge of Bluebeam.
• Working Knowledge of Procore.
• Working Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit required.
• Skilled in electrical analysis software (SKM, EasyPower, ETAP, etc.).

Technical Excellence & Standards Development

• Develop and maintain technical standards for DER projects, contributing to the continuous improvement of design methodologies.
• Provide clear direction on DER design requirements and deadlines to team members, coordinating work to maintain project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Support the professional growth of junior engineers through training in DER design standards and project-specific technologies.

Project & Design Management

• Lead the design and implementation of various DER projects, including solar, battery storage, microgrids, and other renewable energy solutions for key clients and industry sectors.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to establish and uphold best practices in DER project design and delivery.
• Oversee engineering analyses that support both pre-design efforts and sales proposals, ensuring alignment with DER objectives.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Foster strong relationships with clients by understanding their unique DER needs and aligning project scopes and solutions accordingly.
• Coordinate with utility providers to ensure seamless interconnection and compliance for DER installations, proactively addressing any technical or regulatory challenges.
• Engage in strategic initiatives within the Engineering & Design group to drive DER innovation and enhance service delivery.

Project Oversight & Financial Accountability

• Collaborate with estimating and construction teams to optimize project budgets and reduce costs, particularly on design-build DER projects.
• Participate in all phases of project planning and execution, from proposal preparation and scope alignment to monitoring financial health and achieving project milestones.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on DER Project management.
• 5+ yrs People management.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage with low or zero deductible options and low out-of-pocket maximums.
• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance.
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• Transgender inclusive benefits.
• Commute benefits.
• Pet insurance.
• “Building Good” paid community service time.
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University.

Company Information

Mckinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet. Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through: renewables and energy services engineering and design construction and facility services.

Company Values

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity. McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks. Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.