Technical Manager-MV Renewables

Fisher Associates•Roessleville, NY

37m•$130,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Technical Manager-MV Renewables Lead Medium-Voltage Renewable Energy Projects and Drive Technical Excellence Fisher Associates is seeking a Technical Manager-MV Electrical Engineering to lead medium-voltage (MV) renewable energy engineering and design for utility-scale and commercial renewable energy projects, including solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and wind power. In this role, you will provide senior-level electrical engineering leadership, oversee design QA/QC, calculations, redline reviews, and deliverable verification, ensuring all work complies with industry codes, permitting requirements, utility standards, and client specifications. You will mentor and develop electrical engineers from junior to senior levels, guide projects from preliminary engineering through Issue for Construction (IFC), and help deliver safe, reliable, high-quality renewable energy infrastructure. If you’re ready to lead medium-voltage renewable energy engineering projects and help advance the clean energy transition, apply today and bring your expertise to a growing, innovative team. About Fisher Associates At Fisher Associates, we are a multidisciplinary design services firm with nine locations nationwide. Our services span civil/site engineering, transportation engineering, electrical engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, planning, environmental services, land surveying, GIS, construction inspection, precast, and construction engineering, each offering opportunities to shape communities and improve lives. What You’ll Do as a Technical Manager-MV Renewables Lead medium-voltage (MV) electrical engineering design for renewable energy projects including solar PV, BESS, and wind Provide senior technical leadership and serve as a subject matter expert for electrical engineering teams Oversee QA/QC reviews of electrical designs, calculations, redlines, and construction deliverables Mentor engineers and drafters, ensuring technical accuracy and high-quality drawing production Collaborate with Project Managers, Technical Leads, and multi-discipline teams across all project phases Develop scopes of work, technical specifications, and phased design packages (30%, 60%, IFC) Perform and review electrical calculations including load flow, short circuit, grounding, protective coordination, ampacity, voltage drop, and equipment sizing Apply expertise in MV collection systems with working knowledge of HV substations and gen-tie systems Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, NERC, utility standards, and permitting requirements Support proposals with engineering scopes, design assumptions, and cost estimates Conduct power system and interconnection studies (CESIR, SIS, BOP solutions) Support construction with field engineering, site visits, and as-built reviews Drive continuous improvement through updated standards, processes, and engineering tools Requirements What You Bring, Your Expertise as a Technical Manager-MV Renewables Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university 15+ years of electrical engineering experience supporting renewable energy and power generation projects Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required Experience with solar PV, BESS, wind, and renewable EPC projects Proven expertise in short circuit, load flow, grounding, protective coordination, cable sizing, ampacity, and equipment sizing Ability to read and interpret MV/HV single-line diagrams (SLDs) Proficiency with AutoCAD, PVCase, PVSyst, ETAP, SKM, and Civil 3D Strong working knowledge of IEEE, NFPA, NEC, and NERC codes Understanding of renewable and conventional power plant regulatory environments, DC/AC systems, and interconnection processes Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment Driven to own projects, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration integrity, respect, and active listening Curious, improvement-minded, and always seeking better solutions Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth Why You’ll Love Working at Fisher You are empowered to deliver results through collaboration, trust, and ownership. Your voice matters shaping decisions in an inclusive and transparent culture. Your growth as a leader is a priority, supported by clear career paths and continuous learning. You thrive in a positive culture that celebrates wins and keeps work fun and enjoyable. Your leadership journey focuses on developing, coaching, and empowering high-performing teams. Your success is supported by a flexible work environment so you can thrive professionally and personally. Your Impact Matters, Your Career Thrives. Work on engaging projects and experience first-hand the positive changes you create in your own community. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) Plan Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance Hybrid Work Schedule Generous PTO and Paid Holidays Strong Work-life Balance Shareholders Program Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security Engage with a variety of employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice. Salary Range $130,000-$170,000 Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors. The salary range is not necessarily reflective of the actual total compensation that may be earned nor promises any specific pay for any specific employee. Salary range excludes monetary value of benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Fisher Associates is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law. #LI-Hybrid

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
15+ years of electrical engineering experience supporting renewable energy and power generation projects
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Experience with solar PV, BESS, wind, and renewable EPC projects
Proven expertise in short circuit, load flow, grounding, protective coordination, cable sizing, ampacity, and equipment sizing
Ability to read and interpret MV/HV single-line diagrams (SLDs)
Proficiency with AutoCAD, PVCase, PVSyst, ETAP, SKM, and Civil 3D
Strong working knowledge of IEEE, NFPA, NEC, and NERC codes
Understanding of renewable and conventional power plant regulatory environments, DC/AC systems, and interconnection processes
Professional performance standards aligned with Fisher’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values
Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment
Driven to own projects, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment
Highly adaptable and proactive in meeting deliverables and deadlines
Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration integrity, respect, and active listening
Curious, improvement-minded, and always seeking better solutions
Embrace feedback constructively and use it as an opportunity for growth

Responsibilities

Lead medium-voltage (MV) electrical engineering design for renewable energy projects including solar PV, BESS, and wind
Provide senior technical leadership and serve as a subject matter expert for electrical engineering teams
Oversee QA/QC reviews of electrical designs, calculations, redlines, and construction deliverables
Mentor engineers and drafters, ensuring technical accuracy and high-quality drawing production
Collaborate with Project Managers, Technical Leads, and multi-discipline teams across all project phases
Develop scopes of work, technical specifications, and phased design packages (30%, 60%, IFC)
Perform and review electrical calculations including load flow, short circuit, grounding, protective coordination, ampacity, voltage drop, and equipment sizing
Apply expertise in MV collection systems with working knowledge of HV substations and gen-tie systems
Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, NERC, utility standards, and permitting requirements
Support proposals with engineering scopes, design assumptions, and cost estimates
Conduct power system and interconnection studies (CESIR, SIS, BOP solutions)
Support construction with field engineering, site visits, and as-built reviews
Drive continuous improvement through updated standards, processes, and engineering tools