Transmission EngineerStrata Solar Development LLC • Durham, NC, US

Transmission Engineer

Strata Solar Development LLC • Durham, NC, US

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Summary :

The Transmission Engineer will work on the interconnection team supporting high-voltage project design, engineering, and execution of projects from conception to completion. The Transmission Engineer will lead the transmission line and high-voltage substation design strategy for new projects at the conception of project development. This engineer will work with the broader development team supporting line routing, substation plans, and providing general engineering support through the lifecycle of new and existing battery and solar projects. The Transmission Engineer will play a major role in project execution as a liaison between the utility, project engineering firms, construction teams, and internal Strata teams, ensuring project success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Transmission Line and Substation Design

Lead the transmission line and high-voltage substation design process for projects at the conceptual planning phase, through engineering design, and to construction completion.
Develop engineering solutions, transmission scopes of work for external consultants, transmission design drawings, processes for high-voltage design, and transmission specifications for connecting new battery and solar projects to existing utility substations or greenfield substations via transmission line taps.
Prepare project transmission schedules, design drawings, and reports that document the transmission line and substation design process in alignment with Strata’s overall project management processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on transmission and high voltage design plans which integrate innovative solutions and technologies into the process ensuring complete alignment with development, procurement, and construction.
Prepare and / or support regulatory filings and testimony as required for new transmission projects.

Project Execution Support

Work as a technical liaison for interconnection and transmission design details with the interconnecting utilities and EPC teams constructing projects.

Lead overall interconnection / transmission schedule development including Generation Interconnection Agreement (GIA) milestones schedules and their execution.

Aid in the development of comprehensive project execution plans, identifying potential transmission risks and mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution.

Education and / or Work Experience Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

5+ years of transmission design experience, title will be commensurate with level of experience.

Knowledge of standard civil, structural, and / or electrical engineering techniques, principles, and procedures.

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or EIT in pursuit of future PE.

Experience with software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, and PLS-CADD.

Demonstrated track record of high-voltage projects that the engineer has successfully designed and built.

Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment

Strong attention to detail, collaboration, facilitation, and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated critical thinking skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. (i.e., without time limitations, restrictions, or work sponsorship)

Physical Requirements / Work Environment :

Work is performed in an office environment and in the field.

Travel will be required approximately 15% of the time subject to on-site job needs.

Must be able to sit, stand, bend, twist and lift up to 20 pounds

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Transmission Engineer • Durham, NC, US