Senior PV & BESS Electrical Engineer

What You’ll Do

• Tech lead utility-scale PV and BESS projects
• Establish design basis and define electrical requirements, layouts, and site constraints
• Translate client and project requirements into detailed electrical designs and CAD-based engineering drawings
• Coordinate with clients to manage project schedules, track budgets, and ensure successful project delivery
• Represent EVS in client meetings, providing technical expertise and guidance on PV and BESS electrical engineering
• Develop and oversee Issue for Construction (IFC) electrical plan sets for utility-scale solar and energy storage facilities
• Utilize tools such as AutoCAD, wire schedules, Bill of Materials spreadsheets, and PVSyst to support project design
• Apply deep knowledge of PV and BESS components including modules, racking, inverters, battery systems, MV cable, and balance-of-system equipment
• Ensure designs meet applicable NEC, UL, IEEE, and other industry standards including NEC Articles 110, 690, 706, 300, 240, and 250
• Collaborate with power studies engineers to ensure accurate inputs for system analysis and electrical studies
• Research emerging renewable energy technologies and apply insights to improve project design and optimization
• Lead and mentor engineering team members, supporting technical growth and project execution
• Manage team capacity planning and monitor utilization to support consistent project delivery
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to align electrical design with civil, structural, and project management requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
• 5+ years of experience working as a Lead Engineer, Project Engineer, or Project Manager in the utility-scale solar or BESS industry
• Strong experience producing electrical design packages for utility-scale PV and BESS projects
• Expert-level proficiency with AutoCAD and drafting of electrical plans, site plans, and construction details
• Deep understanding of PV and BESS balance-of-plant systems and monitoring infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals and relevant industry codes and standards
• Familiarity with power study tools such as ETAP, AmpCalc, SKM, or CYMCAP is valuable but not required
• Experience managing RFIs, progress tracking, and engineering resource planning
• Strong client-facing communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical topics clearly
• 2+ years of experience mentoring or leading engineers and designers
• NABCEP certification, EIT, or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred