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Pure Power Engineering
Electrical/Solar Design Engineer- Utility Scale
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A Solar Engineer designs and develops technologies that produce and store energy from solar power.
$105,911 / year median in Colorado
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Description:
Pure Power is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design and produce construction documents for utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage (BESS) projects of 50 MW and larger. Pure Power is an engineering firm specializing in complex, high-profile renewable energy projects across North America. This is an exciting opportunity to work on industry-leading renewable energy projects while collaborating with a highly experienced engineering team. The ideal candidate is technically strong, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions for utility-scale generation facilities. About Pure Power Pure Power is an engineering firm specializing in designing big, challenging, and high-profile Solar PV systems. As a full-service engineering firm, we create the electrical and structural drawings and calculation packages for bidding, permits and construction, as well as supporting the lead up to the full engineering drawings, primarily interconnection support and electrical/structural feasibility studies. Those that join the company have an opportunity to: Work in a fast growing, exciting, & innovative industry Have a career with purpose and impact on the environment Contribute to the best and largest firm in the solar industry with a great reputation built over the past 10 years Take pride in the fact that our services really are the best in the industry. There is no "fake it until you make it" here Responsibilities Design and engineer utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects 50 MW or larger, including the associated electrical power systems. Develop detailed electrical engineering designs including:- Overall system layouts
- Equipment selection and technical specifications
- Single-line and three-line diagrams
- Medium-voltage AC and DC cable sizing and routing
- SCADA and communication system design
- Grounding system design
- Protection, control, and wiring diagrams
- Underground collection system and trench layouts Perform engineering calculations including voltage drop, cable ampacity, conduit fill, grounding, fault current, equipment loading, and other analyses required to support design decisions.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Minimum of 4 years of experience designing commercial and/or utility-scale solar PV systems. Experience preparing construction documents using AutoCAD, including layer management, sheet sets, external references (Xrefs), blocks, dimensioning, plotting, and file management. Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable industry standards. Understanding of medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, power system fundamentals, and electrical design principles. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical engineering solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, utilities, permitting agencies, and multidisciplinary engineering teams. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to read, interpret, and produce engineering drawings, technical specifications, and other engineering documentation. Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure. 6+ years of experience designing utility-scale solar PV systems. Experience designing Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Familiarity with PVsyst, CYMCAP, ETAP, or similar engineering software. Familiarity with electrical studies such as cable ampacity, voltage drop, grounding, short-circuit, or load flow analyses. Familiarity with utility interconnection requirements and utility-scale project development. NABCEP certification. Location This position will be based out of our exciting Denver, CO area office with the flexibility to work a hybrid in-office and remotely weekly schedule. We also provide a parking spot for the days when an employee wishes to drive to the office and for those that utilize public transportation, we will cover the costs associated with traveling to and from the office. Salary Range $110,000- 135,000 Annually Compensation and Benefits We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience.