Electrical Engineer IV - Substation

RRC Power and Energy•Round Rock, TX

6d•Remote

About The Position

RRC is seeking an Electrical Engineer IV to lead substation engineering work supporting energy production projects in the United States and Canada. The role may be performed remotely or from any of RRC’s U.S. or Canadian office locations. RRC is a multidisciplinary engineering firm specializing in energy projects, particularly renewable energy. The position leads the development and review of substation design deliverables, engineering calculations, equipment selections, specifications, and design packages. It coordinates work across engineering, design, and project management teams; manages projects to scope, schedule, and budget; and ensures designs comply with applicable industry codes and standards. The role also involves direct client interaction, support for proposals and project planning, site visits, field inspections, and construction support. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate RRC’s core values: client satisfaction, employee happiness, quality work, and going above and beyond. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits to full-time employees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering, or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
At least 8 years of experience in power delivery (transmission and distribution systems for utilities or industrial), renewable energy, or power generation.
Demonstrated experience leading substation design projects and mentoring junior staff.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and electrical analysis software such as ETAP, CYME, SKM, or PSCAD.
Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards, including IEEE, NESC, NEC, and ANSI.
Proven leadership, project management, and decision-making skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing experience.
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook, with advanced MS Office skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with PVcase or PVCAD.
Knowledge of the renewable energy industry relating to utility-scale wind and solar projects, such as medium-voltage power systems and AC/DC distribution systems.
Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems.
Manufacturer experience with power transformers, circuit breakers, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverters, or related equipment.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and review of deliverables, including equipment layouts, grounding systems, bus configurations, conductor and cable schedules, and general arrangement drawings.
Perform and oversee engineering calculations, including grounding analysis, cable sizing, voltage drop, fault current, and equipment ratings.
Lead equipment selection, specification development, and vendor drawing reviews.
Prepare, review, and approve design packages and technical documentation.
Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, design, and project management.
Perform and oversee quality control reviews to ensure deliverables are accurate, complete, and compliant.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
Ensure designs comply with applicable industry codes and standards, including IEEE, NEC, NESC, and ANSI.
Interface directly with clients to support project development, resolve technical issues, and present engineering solutions.
Support proposal development, scope definition, and project planning.
Conduct site visits and field inspections, and provide construction support as needed.