Senior Electrical Engineer

Deriva Energy•Charlotte, NC

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Deriva Energy is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support internal groups on electrical and power-system projects, including renewable energy projects involving solar, wind, and battery storage. The role focuses on solving increasingly complex engineering problems and developing solutions for electric power systems, with work involving power-system modeling for distribution and/or transmission systems. The engineer is expected to work with increasing independence and may perform supervisory functions, assist team members, and collaborate with other departments, suppliers, and manufacturers. The position is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is performed from both remote and onsite locations after onboarding. Hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute of the designated Deriva Energy facility. The role involves frequent travel to sites, up to 10%, and participation in an on-call rotation that may require responding to electrical engineering and plant support issues outside normal working hours. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds are required. The hiring manager may fill the role at a higher level depending on skills and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program; a master's degree in engineering may be considered in lieu of the bachelor's degree.
At least six years of engineering experience, or at least five years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).
Ability and willingness to travel to various locations to support sites, up to 10%.
Ability to respond to electrical engineering and plant support needs outside normal working hours as part of a 24/7 on-call rotation.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Engineering skills related to power-system modeling for distribution and/or transmission electric systems, and understanding of renewable technologies such as solar, wind, and battery storage.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Six or more years of relevant engineering experience and state registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).
Proficiency in engineering theories and principles.
Experience researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making recommendations, and presenting recommendations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in project management principles.
Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
Experience in the utility industry.
Experience with modeling studies, testing, and reports using PSSe, SKM, MathCad, ASPEN, PSCAD, or PSLF.
Experience with breaker-trip response and PRC-004 report analysis.
Knowledge of communications protocols, including Modbus, Serial, and DNP, and understanding of SEL control-element setting ranges and accuracies.
Experience with SEL relays and meters.
Experience in high-voltage and substation maintenance.
Experience or demonstrated understanding of transformers, high- and low-voltage cables, and inverter-based resources; SEL relays and GE “L” series relays are preferred.
Experience with wind-farm or solar-farm electrical collection systems, grid connections, inverters, and wind turbines.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering and technical expertise and guidance to identify, analyze, and resolve problems of increasing scope and complexity.
Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities to support business goals and objectives.
Prepare accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to engineering problems and analyses.
Conduct engineering and related studies and complete non-routine projects with minimal oversight.
Independently manage project schedules and interfaces, and design, operate, and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems.
Apply engineering concepts, practices, procedures, technical competencies, and analytical skills to assignments of increasing complexity.
Develop positive working relationships and coordinate work activities effectively.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing, and maintain accurate records and files.
Support company goals and represent the company positively and professionally.
Travel to various sites to support area managers.
Respond to electrical engineering and plant support needs outside normal working hours as part of a team on-call rotation.
Support compliance with NERC Reliability Standards applicable to Generator Owners and Generator Operators.
Conduct root-cause analysis of electrical equipment failures and develop corrective actions.