Electrical Engineer I - Solar

RRC POWER AND ENERGY•Round Rock, TX

2d•Remote

About The Position

RRC is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer I - Solar to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from both remote work locations and any one of our U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States. Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape. RRC CORE VALUES Must understand and personify RRC’s core values: Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectations Employee Happiness – able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment, and mediate conflicts between team members Quality Work - able to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously Above and Beyond - versatile, flexible, able to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative, and willing to go out of your way to assist others

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. (or M.E.) in Electrical Engineering.
0–2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Must be authorized for full-time work in the United States or Canada.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to renewable energy, solar PV systems, or power systems coursework is preferred.
Experience in utility-scale renewable energy projects is a plus but not required.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward licensure is preferred.
Familiarity with software such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, SKM, CYMCAP, PVsyst, or similar electrical modeling/design tools is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

Apply electrical engineering principles to support the design and development of utility-scale solar PV systems.
Assist in the preparation of electrical design packages including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, collection system layouts, grounding plans, equipment specifications, and construction details.
Support medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) system design for solar generation facilities, including inverters, transformers, and interconnection facilities.
Ensure designs meet project specifications, applicable codes, industry standards, and safety requirements.
Support interconnection design activities, including coordination with utilities and preparation of required documentation.
Assist in maintaining project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
Review project-related design documents and vendor submittals for accuracy and compliance.
Perform basic electrical calculations such as voltage drop, short circuit, cable sizing, grounding analysis, and equipment ratings.
Participate in value engineering efforts to develop cost-effective and efficient design solutions.
Conduct occasional site visits to support construction activities, commissioning, and quality inspections.
Learn and follow established company design procedures while actively contributing to process improvement initiatives.