Support design, technical evaluation, and delivery of utility-scale solar and energy storage projects.
Involvement from early-stage design optimization and due diligence through engineering review, construction monitoring, and project completion.
Develop and optimize plant layouts considering terrain, shading, energy yield, and constructability.
Design and review DC systems including string sizing, inverter loading ratio (ILR), and cable sizing.
Design MV collection systems including cable routing, voltage selection, and loss minimization.
Prepare and review interconnection schemes, including substation interfaces and utility compliance.
Perform equipment selection and technical specification for modules, inverters, transformers, switchgear, and balance of plant.
Conduct electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, grounding, and harmonic analysis.
Coordinate with civil and structural disciplines to ensure integrated system design.
Support development of technical specifications, BOQs, and detailed engineering deliverables.
Perform independent reviews of HV/MV/LV electrical designs to ensure compliance with industry standards and project requirements.

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
4+ years of experience in solar PV electrical design, power systems, or renewable energy projects.
Demonstrated experience in utility-scale solar PV design, including DC, LV, and MV systems.
Strong understanding of PV system architecture, including string, central inverter, and hybrid configurations, as well as DC/AC sizing and inverter loading ratio (ILR) optimization.
Experience in MV collection system design, including cable routing, voltage selection, and loss optimization.
Familiarity with grid interconnection requirements and utility coordination processes.
Hands-on experience performing electrical system studies, including load flow, short circuit, grounding/earthing, arc flash, and harmonic analysis.
Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards, including NEC, IEC, IEEE, ANSI, and NEMA.
Experience preparing key engineering deliverables such as plant layouts, single-line diagrams (SLDs), cable sizing and routing calculations, and protection and coordination schemes.
Familiarity with transmission and substation systems (≥69 kV) and their integration with renewable energy plants.
Strong technical writing skills with the ability to develop clear engineering documentation, design reviews, and technical reports.

Electrical Design Engineer – Solar, Energy Storage

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