Electrical Engineer - Power Generation

HDR • Dallas, TX

129d

About The Position

In the role of Electrical Engineer - Power Generation, we'll count on you to: Have experience within the utility scale power and renewable energy industry and be capable of supporting power generation design projects including leading multiple design and engineering project or administration tasks simultaneously. Experience in power generation and distribution, renewable energy, protection and motor control design, power system studies, construction and equipment specification development, and balance of plant designs such as raceway, lighting, and grounding systems. Interest or experience in the exciting market of renewables and battery energy storage systems (BESS) is very desired. Mentor junior engineers, client relationship development, and supporting marketing activities, such as proposal technical writing, fee builds, and development of work breakdown structure is desired. A level of design and engineer of record work experience with power plant systems is required. Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas or ability to obtain reciprocity.
• Protection and control design experience including setting calculations.
• Instrumentation and Controls experience particularly with DCS and PLC systems.
• Field experience, including startup and commissioning.
• Experience in renewable energy (PV, BESS, etc.) and DER or microgrid projects.
• Previous experience with an engineering power consulting firm.
• Willingness to grow into a team lead or section manager role.
• Knowledge and experience with three-phase electrical power and system grounding.
• Capable computer skills in design software such as ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, etc.

Responsibilities

• Support power generation design projects and lead multiple design and engineering tasks simultaneously.
• Conduct power generation and distribution, renewable energy, protection and motor control design, power system studies, and equipment specification development.
• Mentor junior engineers and develop client relationships.
• Support marketing activities including proposal technical writing and fee builds.
• Perform design and engineer of record work for power plant systems.
• Conduct work sessions and project meetings, and participate in reviews at the project site.
• Develop project schematic design and contract document phases.
• Coordinate with affected disciplines on project changes and documentation.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other engineers and project coordinators.

Benefits

• Inclusive environment where each employee is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered.
• Employee Network Groups to foster a supportive environment.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees