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Burns & McDonnell · 1 week ago

Electrical Engineer - Solar (Multiple Locations)

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is a leading firm in providing multidisciplinary power solutions, and they are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design solar power generation systems. The role involves collaborating with project teams to develop electrical designs and ensuring compliance with project requirements throughout the design and construction phases.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion. This includes collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to develop equipment layouts, one-line diagrams, cable routing, communications systems design, grounding design, equipment selection, and equipment specifications

Modify and review electrical drawings

Perform cable ampacity and trench design using software packages like CYMCAP, ETAP, or AmpCalc

Modeling of electrical systems using software packages like ETAP or SKM for generation of electrical reports including short circuit analysis, reactive power and load flow analysis, and arc flash hazard analysis

Modeling of grounding system design using software packages including CDEGs and WinIGS

Design electrical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers

Apply strong knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry

Research and compile related data as required for each project

Coordination with local authority having jurisdictions on permitting requirements

Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations in support of project execution

Act as a field engineer on construction sites

Perform other duties as assigned

Comply with all policies and standards

Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringSolar Power DesignETAPAutoCADMicrosoft OfficeEngineering TechniquesTeam BuildingOrganizationEngineer in Training (EIT)Professional Engineer (PE)Communication SkillsCritical ThinkingCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program, and 4 years of electrical engineering experience

OR a bachelor's degree in electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 4 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred

OR a master's degree in electrical engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred

OR a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related Engineering Technology and 4 years of demonstrated experience performing detailed electrical engineering design for utility scale solar plants (> 5MW)

Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including team building, collaboration, and organization

Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrate strong critical thinking skills

Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures

Strong computer skills include Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs, and other analysis programs

Preferred

Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license encouraged

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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