Senior Staff Engineer, Renewable Electrical Engineering (Substation Design)

Invenergy is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer for Renewable Electrical Engineering (Substation Design) in Chicago, IL. The role involves managing the electrical engineering and construction of renewable energy projects, including design management, procurement, and construction support. Responsibilities include developing project designs, conducting design reviews, monitoring construction progress, and coordinating with various stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience are required.
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This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview

This position will be responsible for the electrical engineering and construction of cutting-edge renewable energy projects. You will be primarily responsible for managing conceptual project designs and the selected engineering firms in order to complete final detailed designs for projects to be built. The electrical systems of these projects utilize inverter-based wind and solar generators that include 1500V DC wiring systems, 34.5kV AC medium voltage collection/distribution circuits, collector substations to step-up power, and transmission line interconnections to the grid at high and extra high voltages.

Responsibilities
• Engineering Design Management
• Develop conceptual project designs that comply with all critical owner and interconnection requirements
• Conduct thorough design reviews of electrical drawings: DC solar, AC collection system for wind and solar, substation, and transmission line
• Define the scope of all required electrical system studies and review results for accuracy and compliance
• Track design schedules, update all stakeholders, and ensure that critical dates related to electrical engineering tasks are met on time.
• Support project close out by organizing and transferring all as-built documentation to final project owner including electrical drawings, schematics, bill of materials, electrical studies, and relay settings.
• Procurement and Construction Support
• Review competitive bids for owner procured electrical material. Support the purchasing of this equipment and manage suppliers throughout the engineering and commissioning process.
• Monitor construction progress both remotely and via on-site inspections and support resolution of any field issues. Attend on-site meetings with electrical construction contractors and in person coordination meetings with interconnection utilities.
• Perform factory/equipment inspection and witness factory acceptance testing for major materials.
• Electrical Engineering Group Responsibilities
• Assist in developing project specific construction, engineering, and equipment specifications
• Prepare and validate electrical energy calculations
• Coordinate with independent engineers and project partners to effectively navigate the technical due diligence process.
• Assist in the development of new projects by analyzing conceptual designs and RFQ specifications.
• Coordinate with operations engineering to incorporate lessons learned into new design reviews and specifications to continuously improve quality
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry technology through various training sessions and conferences

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience, including internships.
• Knowledge of power systems, ideally acquired through specific coursework, and internships.
• Understanding of HV/MV electrical infrastructure (substations/switchyards, distribution systems, transmission lines, transformers).
• General knowledge of interpreting and applying common electrical industry standards and codes.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Visio.
• Some travel required (up to 25%).
• Valid driver's license.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Skills
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or related.
• EIT license.
• Experience with ETAP, CYMCAP, EasyPower or similar electrical modeling software.
• Ability to concurrently coordinate and manage multiple projects with various teams.
• Renewable energy experience.
• Experience with construction of infrastructure projects

Base Pay

90,000.00 - 105,000.00 USD Annual

Bonus: 15%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.