Team Lead - Solar & Wind

NEI Electric Power Engineering•Lakewood, CO

5d•$100,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Solar PV Electrical Engineer will manage a team comprised of engineers, drafters, designers, and/or technicians. A Team Leads primary responsibility will be the accurate, timely, and quality completion of Solar PV Electrical Engineering scopes assigned to the team. The Team Lead will assist in the development of the departments Standard Best Practices (SBPs) and enforcing/implementing them when pertinent. Team Leads will be a mentor and coach to employees on their team and help them grow individually as professionals. This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, Colorado) and full-time remote candidates.

Requirements

Experience: 5+ years of engineering or relevant field experience
Education: Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
Licensure: FE or PE preferred
A strong written and verbal command of the English language
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Professional, articulate, and able to exercise good independent judgement and discretion
Highly organized, motivated self-starter
Proven record of delivering a high standard of quality work with attention to detail
Comfortable working with limited information to create system designs and plans
Flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment with a quickly growing team
Good interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills; ability to interact successfully at all levels of the organization; high emotional intelligence
Ability to develop staff through mentoring and coaching
A strong command of the English language

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with AutoCAD
High proficiency with power system software such as DIgSILENT/PowerFactory, EasyPower, ETAP or SKM, CDEGS, and CYMCAP preferred
Proficiency in PVsyst, SAM and other PV specific software packages preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and standard computer software

Responsibilities

Performs detailed design of all aspects of Photovoltaic (PV) Electrical Power Systems including string sizing, array layouts, tracker power and communication, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, Balance of System/Plant equipment details, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, equipment specifications, and project schedules
Prepares computer-based models and performs power system studies on utility scale PV power plants including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, collection system grounding, harmonic analysis, and other related studies
Drafts, reviews, and approves energy yield calculations using energy simulation tools such as PVSYST and SAM
Act as the Client primary technical point of contact for PV Electrical on assigned projects
Reviews equipment data sheets, manuals, and testing reports for design and approvals
Seek opportunities for value engineering and efficiencies in design
Assigns work to and coordinates work with entry-level engineers, technicians, or administrative staff
Reviews and verifies the work of engineers, designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy
Manage and support employee development and growth through individualized development plans
Supports business development via Seller-Doer, assists with marketing tasks, and prepares proposals as needed
Assist with establishing and managing engineering budget and scope expectations. Prepare technical write-up for applicable change orders.
Reviews submittals for conformance with client specifications and design
Provides field assistance, troubleshooting, and observation reports
Maintains professional understanding of all applicable Codes and Standards, and construction practices
Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships, particularly for communication pertaining to specific assignments and meeting topics
Maintains high ethical and professional standards
Works additional time beyond 40 hours/week to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions, as required
Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
Attends safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
Other job-related responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

100% Employer paid Team Member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
Flex Spending Accounts (FSAs)
401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Paid vacation and sick time
Company-paid Basic Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Eight (8) paid holidays & team member selected floating holiday
Annual & discretionary bonus programs
Paid certifications / seminars / conferences
Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
Hybrid work environment
Pet insurance