Principal Electrical Engineer EV, battery storage, EV charging

About : Our client is a leading clean energy solutions provider based in Greater Orange County, CA, empowering industries with end-to-end renewable energy and power generation solutions. They design and deliver innovative systems that enable businesses, schools, and municipalities to transition to sustainable power while ensuring reliability, compliance, and long-term performance.

About the Role

Design the power systems that will drive the energy transition.

We're seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the design and implementation of advanced clean energy solutions - from utility-scale solar PV and battery storage to EV charging infrastructure and microgrids. This role will take ownership of the full engineering lifecycle, shaping grid-interconnected solutions and delivering high-impact projects that power communities, schools, and businesses with sustainable energy.

If you're a licensed California PE with strong expertise in electrical systems and a passion for accelerating clean energy adoption, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Lead design of solar PV, battery storage, EV charging, and off-grid microgrid systems.

Develop full construction drawing sets (single-line and three-line diagrams) in compliance with NEC, IEEE, and utility interconnection standards.

Conduct interconnection studies, prepare applications, and create dynamic system models.

Perform power system studies, including load flow, arc flash, short circuit, harmonic analysis, and protective device coordination.

Conduct site visits to assess infrastructure and determine optimal equipment placement.

Manage vendor relationships and integrate innovative distributed energy resources (DERs).

Collaborate with clients, utilities, and contractors to resolve design issues and RFIs.

Write clear technical reports and proposals, simplifying complex energy solutions.

Ensure compliance with all safety codes, jurisdictional, and utility requirements.

Qualifications

California PE License (Required)

5+ years of experience in power distribution, utility interconnection, or DER systems

Expertise in solar PV, energy storage, EV infrastructure, and / or microgrids

Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE, and utility interconnection procedures

Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, or similar tools for modeling and power studies

Experience with BOMs, equipment specifications, and routing plans

Strong balance of technical depth with big-picture problem solving

Excellent communication skills to engage clients, regulators, and cross-functional teams