Job description
ERM is hiring a motivated consulting Senior Electrical Engineer, PE with a focus on electrical design and analysis across Multiple Locations in the U.S. The position is remote with the opportunity for flexibility in working from home; therefore, candidates outside this area will be considered. In this role, you will work closely with multi-discipline teams including project managers, engineers, and scientists to contribute to the planning, design, permitting and implementation of engineering projects in the renewable energy and power sectors.
Projects will include development and review of construction drawings, technical specifications, contract documents, permit applications and calculations for renewable energy system components including photovoltaic solar technology, electrical substations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), distribution collector systems, and wind turbines. Staff management, project controls and management support for consulting and construction projects, including scheduling, labor resourcing, and cost estimating, will be a component of this position. Diverse and broad-based experiences, both in office and field settings, should be anticipated. This is a limited-term role, with a duration of 1 year, renewable.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Generate and/or review equipment drawings and specifications for photovoltaic system components, solar modules, inverters, BESS, transformers, cable management systems and balance of systems (BOS).
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Procurement of equipment.
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Prepare electrical designs, including electrical loading and equipment sizing calculations. Apply technical knowledge of short circuiting, reactive capability, arc flash, cable ampacity, grounding, and voltage drop. Apply knowledge of NEC and IEEE/ANSI standards and electrical codes, as appropriate.
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Prepare electrical construction project cost estimates and schedules. Develop progress-tracking and completion reports.
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Provide technical expertise to navigate permitting challenges in the renewable energy and power sectors.
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Prepare technical proposals and participate in business development with existing clients and identified leads. Assist clients in developing strategies and preparing designs for proposed facilities, and prepare project work scopes, schedules, and budgets.
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Conduct field investigations, construction oversight and quality assurance activities and provide field exploration support as needed for design parameter development, and during construction for oversight and Construction Quality Assurance purposes.
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Work with other ERM resources to deepen relationships with ERM key clients and establish new client relationships that result in significant net revenue growth.
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Participate in project teams and independently on a global platform in varying settings that demand new and creative solutions.
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Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire and mentor personnel for overall success of the technical team.
REQUIREMENTS:
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B.S. and/or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, with a focus on electrical
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Professional Engineer (PE) license in-place or eligible.
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5-10 years of electrical design experience, with focus in power generation, power distribution, and/or renewable energy sectors. Candidates with significantly more experience or high performing candidates with less experience are encouraged to apply as multiple positions are available.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, individually and as part of a project team.
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Experience with PVsyst, AutoCAD, and ERP Software.
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Advanced knowledge of the local regulatory climate, with proven negotiation skills with state and local regulators.
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Excellent verbal, writing, and computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
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Demonstrated ability to research and prepare concise and accurate technical documents, with a keen attention to detail.
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Excellent interpersonal communication skills with complex technical knowledge and concepts.
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Proven business development experience for large programs/contracts and client relationships supported by repeat business, including established contacts.
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Ability and willingness to travel.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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