High Voltage HV Engineer (Field Based)

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ERM is hiring a High Voltage (HV) Engineer with a focus on power, energy and renewables site design, optimization, and electrical engineering, remotely based with preference in the Western US. In this role, you will work closely with experienced Project Managers, Engineers and Scientists on the planning, design, permitting and implementation of diverse and complex renewables projects. Projects will include contributions to the development of construction drawings, technical specifications, contract documents, permit applications and calculations for projects involving renewable energy system components, including photovoltaic solar technology, battery energy storage systems, electrical substations, wind turbines and electric transmission and distribution facilities. Diverse and broad-based experiences, both in office and field settings, should be anticipated. This is a full time (40 hours a week) limited-term role with a duration of 12 months, extendable.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Review and prepare high-voltage electrical engineering design including substations, switchyards, transmission and distribution lines, and associated infrastructure.
• Review and prepare electrical designs, including one- and three-line diagrams, power calculations, electrical power systems, components, and control systems.
• Review and prepare power system studies (e.g., load flow, short circuit, protective coordination, arc flash analysis etc.).
• Understanding of PSCAD model development and analysis.
• Preparation of one line and three-line diagrams, AC / DC schematics, bill of materials, wire schedule, and interconnection diagrams.
• Construction and field experience including field and factory witnessing testing of high voltage equipment and systems.
• Developing electrical construction and equipment specifications.
• Supporting projects during construction, start-up, and commissioning as needed.
• Prepare and support cable routing, converter station facility studies, and transmission line studies and siting and routing reports.
• Understanding and ability to prepare and complete interconnection applications.
• Prepare application packages for analyzing power system performance, conducting studies (e.g., load flow, grounding, fault analysis, etc.) and optimizing system efficiency for solar, BESS, and wind projects and high-voltage infrastructure.
• Evaluate field data, perform calculations, prepare engineering reports, cost estimates, and comprehensive schedules and develop progress-tracking reports.
• 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.
• 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.
• Provide technical expertise to navigate complex technical / regulatory issues in the renewable energy and power sectors.
• Participate in project teams and independently on a global platform in varying settings that demand new and creative solutions.
• Interact with scientists in the site investigation, risk management, and planning disciplines as integrated teams as well as engineers in design and construction.

REQUIREMENTS :

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!

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Environmental Services, Civil Engineering, and Oil and Gas

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