Senior Microgrid Engineer

About the role

The Senior Microgrid Engineer at PRIME is responsible for the design and technical execution of commercial and utility-scale off-grid solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS). This role involves developing complete engineering design packages, performing electrical calculations, supporting construction activities, and collaborating with project managers, field teams, vendors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineering
• Independently produce complete construction drawing packages, including medium- and low-voltage AC and DC one-line and wiring diagrams, grounding plans, data acquisition system (DAS) diagrams, electrical site plans, mechanical diagrams, and equipment layouts
• Prepare and check supporting electrical calculations, including equipment, conductor, conduit, and overcurrent protective device (OCPD) sizing, and voltage drop / power loss studies
• Deliver design packages at both the preliminary proposal and detailed design levels, and coordinate their delivery to internal and external customers
• Manage and provide technical direction to in-house designers, CAD drafters, and third-party engineering firms producing project plan sets across multiple concurrent projects
• Perform structured design reviews of all deliverables; hold internal and external teams to our design standards, CAD workflows, and QA/QC process
• Verify full conformance with the NEC, NESC, and applicable state and local codes on all documents, and address authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) comments
• Implement the engineering department’s design and CAD workflows across the team, coordinating with the CAD Manager for project support and standards conformance
• Project and construction support
• Attend meetings with internal and external customers; provide engineering support through the design and construction phases, including reviewing equipment submittals and responding to RFIs
• Attend site visits as needed
• Mentor less experienced designers and support their professional growth
• Maintain professional and technical development goals, including acquiring or maintaining PE licensure
• Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, and/or a minimum of four years of experience focused on commercial solar PV and BESS systems at an electrical design firm or design-build electrical contractor
• Expertise in the NEC and NESC as applied to commercial microgrid design and construction
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD
• Advanced proficiency in HelioScope and PVsyst
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
• Meticulous work habits: close attention to detail, superior organizational and file management skills, and the ability to communicate and present technical information clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to give constructive, actionable design feedback to outside firms

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license preferred; ability and willingness to obtain PE licensure encouraged
• Experience directing or reviewing the work of third-party engineering firms (owner’s engineer or similar role)
• Working knowledge of codes and standards applicable to BESS and microgrids, such as NFPA 855, UL 9540/9540A, IEEE 1547, and IEEE 2030.7/2030.8
• Proficiency with HOMER Pro, ETAP (or equivalent power system analysis software), and CYMCAP

Special Requirements/Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office setting with minimal health or safety hazards. Noise level and temperature is moderate. Minimal lifting or climbing. This position is expected to be fully in-person, with some travel such as, but not limited to, other offices, work sites and local business errands. When performing project services in the field: Work is primarily performed in an outdoor field setting with occasional exposure to health or safety hazards such as, but not limited to, electrical hazards, water hazards, hazardous terrain, inclement weather conditions, traffic and loud noises. Occasional climbing and/or lifting (up to 30 lbs.). Travel required to work sites. Frequent use of personal protective equipment (e.g. safety glasses, gloves, safety vests, hard hats and steel-toed boots).

Our Benefits

• 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee
• 401k Program w/ Direct Benefit
• 100% Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program
• Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit
• Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off