Electrical Engineer-Solar Designer
Company: DNV
Location: Austin
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Local Unit & Position DescriptionAre you passionate about
renewables energy and looking to expand your impact?Are you
interested in having a hand in shaping the direction of the
fast-growing solar and storage industry?DNV's Energy Transition
Outlook predicts that we will exhaust the 1.5 degree carbon budget
in 2028. How will you spend your next 5 years making a measurable
impact on climate change mitigation? - DNV Energy's Electrical
Engineering team is growing rapidly. Our team is comprised of
highly skilled electrical engineers performing owner's engineering,
preliminary design, interconnection services, technical due
diligence for new construction and repowering, and construction
monitoring for the solar PV and battery energy storage system
(BESS) industries. We are seeking an Electrical Engineer - Solar
and Storage -to join our team. The Electrical Engineer's skillset
will both shape the direction and application of expertise to
services, as well as complement a group of highly-skilled, Senior-
and Principal level experts making a daily impact in the
development, design and construction of projects. The Electrical
Engineer, depending on skillsets and interest, will perform a wide
variety of technical tasks applying experience and training in
electrical power systems, electronics, controls and instrumentation
in support of the design, development and construction of renewable
energy projects.Why should you work with us?Because within DNV's
Renewables and Power Grids group and organizational culture, how we
collectively influence the world for future generations matters
deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread
deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change
and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose
through the success of our Customers; and strives to be
high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity,
respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. DNV's Engineers
work closely with our customers to fundamentally understand their
challenges and provide advisory and expertise to improve the
performance, reliability and safety of utility scale projects. DNV
provides comprehensive consultative sales training and connections
to ensure that the engineer will have the opportunity to grow and
apply their skillset widely across the industry.The design engineer
will primarily be executing on utility-scale solar and storage
project consulting. Project development phases include conceptual,
design, procurement/construction, and operational. Projects include
a diverse mix of utility-scale solar and storage technologies,
equipment manufacturers, and site locations.Our Customers are
primarily sophisticated developers, utilities, and EPCs developing
solar and energy storage projects across the U.S., Canada and the
Caribbean. DNV's Engineers work closely with our Customers to
fundamentally understand their challenges and provide advisory and
expertise to improve the performance, reliability and safety of
utility scale projects. DNV provides comprehensive consultative
sales training and connections to ensure that the engineer will
have the opportunity to grow and apply their skillset widely across
the industry.This is a hybrid position and may be based in any of
our DNV offices across continental United StatesWhat You'll Do
- Evaluate solar and storage technologies with respect to project
goals, including modules, DC components, inverters, racking, BESS
containers, BESS balance of plant equipment, and medium voltage
systems
- Create, organize, and maintain documents associated with
projects' basis of design throughout the project life cycle;
consider key project risks
- Review and incorporate electrical studies including ampacity
studies, load flow, reactive power capability, short circuit,
grounding, arc flash
- Project management of complex projects; provide timely client
communications; coordinate and supervise work by junior personnel,
other company divisions, and subcontractors
- Support proposals including scope of services, schedule,
budget, and documentation requirements Develop detailed design
packages for utility-scale solar PV and storage systems that meet
all contractual, code, and permitting requirements, including plan
and elevation drawings, schematics, and calculations
- Support site assessments and preparation of energy models in
cooperation with internal DNV GL engineering teamsPosition
QualificationsWhat is Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university,
EE or ME preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in solar or storage/BESS power
system engineering
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or computer-based drafting
- Candidates need to have working experience with solar and/or
storage power generation systems
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- We conduct pre-employment drug and background screeningWhat is
Preferred
- Knowledge of National Electric Code and other model codes
- Knowledge of industry best practices and technical
standards
- Ability to work effectively in team environment
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients.
- Ability to work effectively and professionally with diverse
people, clients and co-workers.
- Flexibility and adaptability - issues and tasks may change
quickly*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa
sponsorship, are not available for this position*What We Offer
- Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays,
personal days)
- Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from,
Vision benefits
- Spending accounts - FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits,
company-seeded HSA
- Special programs - Employee Assistance Program, ID theft
protection, and accident and critical illness options for you and
your family
- Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through
Talkspace
- 401(k) with company match
- Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term
disability benefits
- Tuition assistance
- Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities
- Advancement opportunities**Benefits may vary based on position,
tenure, location, and employee electionHow We Do ItWe Care, We
Dare, We ShareDNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed
to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is
decided on the basis of qualifications, merit or business need,
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or
protected veteran status.DNV is committed to ensuring equal
employment opportunity, including providing reasonable
accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with
a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may
contact the North America Recruitment department
(hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating
to accommodations will be addressed confidentially.DNV is proud to
announce being named one of Houston's best places to work in the
2022 Houston Business Journal - Best Places to Work competition.For
more
informationhttps://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal-poster
-Read more hereDiversity at DNV - -Meet our Employees -About DNV
-Careers in DNV -Please visit our website at www.dnv.com -As
required by the various Pay Transparency laws, DNV provides a
reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in
Colorado, California, Washington, or New York. Actual compensation
is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited
to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.
For the states of Colorado, California, Washington, and New York
only, the range of starting pay for this role is $110,000 -
$140,000Company & Business Area DescriptionDNV is the independent
expert in assurance and risk management, operating in more than 100
countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise we
advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry
benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions. -We provide assurance
to the entire energy value chain through our advisory, monitoring,
verification, and certification services. As the world's leading
resource of independent energy experts and technical advisors, we
help industries and governments to navigate the many complex,
interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in
the energy industry. We are committed to realizing the goals of the
Paris Agreement, and support all stakeholders to transition faster
to a deeply decarbonized energy system.
Keywords: DNV, Austin , Electrical Engineer-Solar Designer, Other , Austin, Texas
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