Senior Power Systems Engineer

ARUP Group•Oakland, CA

43d•$120,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Arup's purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. We are seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer to join our West Geography as a part of the Energy Engineering and Power Systems (EEPS) Team. This role will be based in either of our offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco or Oakland. You will be a part of an integrated and growing team of utility renewable focused practitioners that cross disciplines in a holistic service offering inclusive of electrical & power engineers, civil engineers, and energy and sustainability consultants. The ideal candidate should have hands on experience performing renewable energy detailed design and related studies, with a focus on solar photovoltaic systems, wind energy, battery storage, and substations. Additionally, the individual will perform various analytical studies related to power systems design such as grounding, short circuit, load flow, and cable ampacity. The candidate will be expected to contribute to current work and collaborate with other disciplines to deliver quality deliverables and client outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering
Atleast 6 years of experience in the renewable power generation sector.
Experience managing projects, interfacing with clients, and guiding junior staff work.
Experience with grounding/earthing studies, short-circuit analysis, cable ampacity sizing, load flow analysis, and AC/DC voltage drop calculations

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with industry-standard PV modeling software such as PVSyst (preferred) or equivalent
Strong preference for a PE license or eligibility to obtain PE license across any state

Responsibilities

Lead, review, and perform the electrical design of solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facilities, including site layout, medium voltage (MV) collection systems, distribution lines, and associated electrical studies.
Conduct and review engineering calculations such as grounding/earthing studies, short-circuit analysis, cable ampacity sizing, load flow analysis, and AC/DC voltage drop calculations.
Size and optimize DC cable routes for solar arrays, including string sizing, routing from modules to combiner boxes/disconnect switches, and cable tray/conduit planning.
Develop and deliver detailed solar plant design packages, including DC/AC electrical single-line diagrams, cable schedules, equipment specifications, and construction-ready drawings.
Perform energy production estimates, system performance modeling, and techno-economic evaluations
Support interconnection studies and protection coordination activities as needed.
Provide technical leadership to junior engineers, including guidance, mentoring, review of work quality, and professional development support.
Contribute to studies of front-of-the-meter and behind-the-meter microgrid facilities, including planning, design, and interconnection.
Demonstrate willingness to expand capabilities into substation design, protection, and power system studies associated with utility-scale solar and BESS interconnections.
Support proposal development, scope definition, and client communication as required

Benefits

As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm.
As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future
We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

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