Solar Electrical Engineer

Talentify is seeking a Solar Electrical Engineer in Knoxville, TN, focusing on power generation, including hydro, gas, and renewable energy projects. Responsibilities include performing calculations, designing power distribution systems, and interfacing with industrial processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 4-10 years of relevant experience. This is a hybrid position, offering various benefits and a pay range of $33.65 - $52.88/hr.
Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer with a focus on power generation. The ideal candidate will have experience in hydro, gas, and fossil power generating facilities, with additional expertise in renewable energy projects such as microgrids, solar, wind, and battery storage. This role involves performing calculations and conceptual designs for greenfield renewable projects.

Responsibilities
• Perform calculations and conceptual designs for greenfield renewable projects.
• Work on multi-discipline projects in hydro, gas, and fossil power generating facilities.
• Design and implement low voltage and medium voltage power distribution systems.
• Develop motor controls for both low voltage and medium voltage systems.
• Interface industrial processes with DCS and/or PLC systems.
• Utilize power distribution system modeling software such as ETAP or similar.
• Design panels and work within a 3D environment.
Essential Skills
• Experience in electrical engineering with an emphasis on power generation.
• Familiarity with hydro, gas, and fossil power generating facilities.
• Knowledge of microgrids, solar, wind, and battery storage systems.
• Proficiency in performing calculations and conceptual designs for greenfield renewable projects.
• Experience with low voltage and medium voltage power distribution and motor controls.
• Ability to interface industrial processes with DCS and/or PLC systems.
• Proficiency in using power distribution system modeling software (ETAP or similar).
• Familiarity with panel design and working in a 3D environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 4-10 years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience with Duke, TVA, Exelon, Dominion, or other power industry companies is desirable.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $52.88/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Knoxville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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