Electrical Engineer II - Solar

RRC POWER AND ENERGY•Round Rock, TX

8d•Remote

About The Position

RRC is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the design and development of utility-scale solar photovoltaic systems. The role involves preparing complete electrical design packages; designing medium- and low-voltage systems; performing electrical calculations; and ensuring designs comply with project requirements, applicable codes, industry standards, and safety regulations. The engineer will support interconnection activities, review design documents and vendor submittals, coordinate with internal teams, and interface with clients on routine technical matters. The position also contributes to project budgets, schedules, and quality standards; participates in value engineering; makes occasional site visits to support construction, commissioning, and field activities; and helps improve internal standards, tools, and processes. RRC is a multidisciplinary engineering firm focused on energy projects, particularly renewable energy, across the United States. The position may be performed remotely or from a U.S. or Canadian office location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering, or a related field.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation required.
Professional Engineering registration license or ability to obtain a license.
At least 5 years of relevant engineering experience in power systems, solar PV, or renewable energy projects.
Must be authorized for full-time work in the United States or Canada.
Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including NEC, NESC, and IEEE.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Experience with design and analysis tools such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, SKM, CYMCAP, PVsyst, or similar software.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interface with internal teams and clients.
Ability to work independently in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Willingness to travel to project sites as needed, approximately 10%.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Apply electrical engineering principles to the design and development of utility-scale solar PV systems.
Prepare electrical design packages, including one-line and three-line diagrams, collection system layouts, grounding plans, equipment specifications, and construction details.
Design and support medium- and low-voltage systems for solar generation facilities, including inverters, transformers, and interconnection infrastructure.
Perform electrical calculations, including voltage drop, short circuit, cable sizing, grounding analysis, and equipment rating selection.
Ensure designs comply with project requirements, applicable codes, industry standards, and safety regulations.
Support interconnection design activities, including utility coordination and preparation of technical documentation.
Review and validate design documents and vendor submittals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Coordinate with engineers, designers, and project managers to support project execution and resolve issues.
Interface with clients on routine technical matters.
Contribute to project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
Participate in value engineering to optimize cost-effective and efficient design solutions.
Conduct occasional site visits to support construction, commissioning, and field activities.
Contribute to the development and improvement of internal standards, tools, and processes.