Senior Engineer I, Electrical Projects

RWE Americas • Oakland, CA • 1h ago

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Engineering

Remuneration: Exempt

The Sr Engineer I, Electrical Projects, is responsible for overseeing the electrical systems design for onshore wind, solar, and storage projects in development.

Role Responsibilities:

Design of balance of plant packages during development

Engineering project support during pre-construction, construction, and turnover to Operations

Grid code compliance and interconnection requirements

Specification and evaluation of major balance of plant electrical equipment

Power system modeling and studies

Coordinating project engineering topics during construction

Management of 3rd party engineering consultants

Coordinating with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts during the project lifecycle

Ensure that the highest level of health, safety, and environmental standards are incorporated into designs and standards

Support development of electrical engineering standards

Job Requirements and Experiences:

Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited college engineering program or equivalent

Minimum 6 years of professional experience (post-undergraduate) in electrical engineering.

Specific areas of experience and competency include transmission design, substation design, collection and distribution design, major equipment specification, power system studies, and system protection and control

Experience in renewable generation (wind turbine, solar PV, and BESS storage) project design is preferred

Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage customer relationships

Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space

Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams

Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines

Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables

Ability to multi-task while working independently and as part of a team

Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities

Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds

Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable

Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts

Work Environment:

This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Illinois, and New York is $140,000 - $160,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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Any questions? Contact rweamericasrecruiting@rwe.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE's 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states.?With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates?wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. This is complemented by RWE's energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG). Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com .

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.

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