Clēnera · 1 day ago
Project Engineer, High-Voltage/Substation
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expClēnera is a tier-one developer and independent power producer located in Boise, Idaho, focused on utility-scale solar and energy storage projects. The Project Engineer, HV/Substation role involves providing performance analysis, design expertise, and engineering due diligence on high-voltage substations and related deliverables throughout various project phases.
EnergyRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Evaluate, analyze, and recommend equipment and design specifications to external suppliers and internal Supply Chain partners based on technical design of the project
Contribute to Independent Engineer (IE) and bank due diligence including providing key engineering project documents, answering Q/A logs and reviewing IE reports
Provide Owner Engineering review and approval for projects in all stages of design
Evaluate new technologies and design methodologies applicable to PV and energy storage projects
Provide technical review, input, and risk assessment for key contracts and agreements including Interconnection, Equipment Procurement, Power Purchase, EPC, and O&M
Coordinate review of pre-construction and construction phase design and engineering activities including, but not limited to detail design packages, power system studies, equipment vendor documents, etc
Direct coordination with interconnection providers to design substation and gen-tie per transmission operator requirement
Support construction team during commissioning by reviewing apparatus testing and coordinating testing with utility and ISO
Support internal solar and storage project teams
Ensure applicable codes, design standards, and technical requirements are met throughout the engineering, procurement and construction process
Create conceptual system design and site layouts
Drive technical specifications and evaluate scope of work for engineering design contracts, while also providing detailed oversight and support of contractors and providing technical review of contractor-supplied deliverables
Perform value engineering analysis of design alternatives based on impact on financial returns and assessed risk
Collaborate with individual department, as well as cross-functionally with other departments within the organization
Maintain organizational excellence in terms of project timelines and deliverables
Demonstrates the Clēnera Core Values of Caring, Committed, and Courageous
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in high-voltage and/or substation engineering
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and an ability to learn company-specific software programs, tools, processes, and machines
Subject matter expert in specific types of equipment and understanding technical specs associated with advantages and risks of using a product
Proficient in reviewing protection and control and physical design for substation, including one lines, three lines, AC/DC schematic, wiring diagrams, SCADA communication specifications, layout drawings
Proficient in reading control and physical schematics for HV breakers, Main Power Transformer, etc
Basic knowledge of power system modeling, such as load flow, insulation coordination, grounding, arc-flash, TOV, harmonics, etc
Basic understanding of grid integration requirements for renewables
Basic understanding of SCADA controls and architecture
Ability to review and understand SOW in engineering contracts and foundational understanding of other foundational external project documents
Ability to understand applicable codes, design standards, and technical requirements
Proven experience reviewing and influencing the project schedule, including design reviews, constructability, and value engineering
Self-motivated to work through complex problems and competing priorities, including a high level of detail and organization
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Clēnera pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums for a suite of medical, dental, and vision coverages.
Hybrid Work Environment
HSA and FSA Plans Available
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and AD&D
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Public Holidays)
Incentive Pay and RSU Plans
Company
Clēnera
Clenera, LLC (“Clēnera”), a subsidiary of Enlight Renewable Energy, LTD, is a developer of utility-scale solar and energy storage facilities headquartered in Boise, Idaho.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.59BKey Investors
Wells Fargo
2025-11-10Debt Financing· $1.44B
2025-11-03Undisclosed· $150M
2022-09-15Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Jared McKee
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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