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Position: Senior Electrical Engineer - BESS/Solar (Utility Scale)
Location: Reading - Flexible Working Locations
Client:
Our client is the leading Renewable Energy developer focusing primarily on large scale BESS & Solar projects across the UK & Europe. They currently have a project portfolio of over 5 GW and are continuing to build upon this.
Due to recent success, they are now recruiting for a Senior Electrical Engineer.
Primary Responsibilities
Support grid scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects developing conceptual layouts and one-line diagrams and supporting the detailed design through the completion of Issue for Construction design packages.
Evaluate and analyze energy storage technologies, products, and vendors and support clients with technology and vendor selection and implementation.
Support microgrid and distributed energy resources projects by developing detailed electrical engineering designs.
Develop and review engineering design plans, technical specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents at various design milestones for BESS projects.
Support developers, utilities, and other clients with identifying, defining, and implementing use-cases for battery energy storage systems in both centralized and distributed locations.
Develop written technical reports that effectively convey battery energy storage concepts, use-cases, and feasibility study results to various types of audiences.
Coordinate closely with civil, structural, fire & life safety (FLS), high-voltage electrical, SCADA/telecommunications, water, and geotechnical engineers to develop complete Issue for Construction design packages for BESS projects.
Participate in design reviews with various stakeholders including governing and permitting agencies.
Support development of and updates to internal design guidelines, catalogs, and templates for battery energy storage projects.
Conduct quality assurance/quality control on the work of other electrical engineers, electrical designers, or technicians.
Provide construction phase technical support including bid addenda, submittal reviews, Requests for Information (RFI), Construction Progress Reports (CPR) and change orders, and incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents, as needed.
Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and vendors to support business development and project execution.
Coordinate project workload to deliver documents on schedule.
Serve as a mentor or counsellor to junior members of the team.
Provide technical support and assistance to team and clients.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
Previous experience in electrical design of energy systems
Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and EasyPower
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Design experience adhering to National Electrical Code, National Electric Safety Code, IEEE codes and standards, and county, city and state codes, ordinances and standards.
Minimum 3 years of experience in design of BESS, distributed generation, renewables, electrical distribution, or power system controls.
Understanding of BESS technologies as well as integration of these systems into traditional power generation and renewables generation facilities.
Technical knowledge to analyze and interpret technical data and documents related to battery energy storage systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for a broad range of audiences.
Ability to effectively support multiple complex and time sensitive projects.
Ability to multi-task by prioritizing, organizing, and scheduling work.
Identify and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
Ability to interact with clients as well as design and construction teams in a positive and proactive manner.
Ability to adapt to change within a fast-paced business environment.
Ability to interface with diverse personalities.
Self-motivated and Team player.
Demonstrable technical writing/editing ability, commitment to quality in work products.
Ability to travel to support projects, meet with clients, or attend industry events. Travel required up to 10% domestic and international.
Strong interpersonal skills
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