Electrical Engineer (Field Based)

ERM hiring an Electrical 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 per week) limited-term role with a duration of 12 months, extendable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and prepare electrical designs, including one- and three-line diagrams, power calculations, electrical power systems, components, and control systems.
• Prepare application packages for analyzing power system performance, conducting studies (e.g., load flow, 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.
• 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:

• B.S. / M.S. in Electrical Engineering preferred, with a focus on power systems, electrical components, and generation, transmission, and distribution applications.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineering license a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of technical experience in electrical design.
• Experience with Microsoft Project resourcing and scheduling, familiarity with power system simulation, and modeling software e.g., PSS, PSCAD, etc.)
• Experience with PVcase, PV Syst, or Helioscope.
• Advanced knowledge of the local regulatory climate, with proven negotiation skills with state and local regulators.
• Strong computer skills and proficient with productivity software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to research and prepare concise and accurate technical documents, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent writing, communication, strategic thinking, and “people” skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel (approx. 20 percent of the time)

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.