Systems Study Engineer - PV and Solar Studies

Kimley-Horn is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for the role of Systems Study Engineer - PV and Solar Studies in Portland, OR. The position requires 20+ years of expertise in utility-scale PV solar design and power systems studies, overseeing project design and interconnection. Responsibilities include leading solar projects, performing system studies, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting business development in renewable energy. A PE license is required.
Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking a highly experienced Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in utility-scale PV solar design and power systems studies to join our growing Power Delivery team in Portland, Oregon (OR). This is a leadership role for a driven and technically proficient engineer who can guide large-scale solar projects from concept through interconnection and energization.

We are looking for a subject matter expert with 20+ years of experience in electrical engineering focused on PV solar systems and Battery Energy Solar Systems (BESS). This individual will lead solar generation and interconnection projects, perform advanced system studies, and support the development of clean energy solutions for utilities, developers, and independent power producers.

Responsibilities

+ Serve as technical lead for utility-scale PV solar projects, including DC/AC electrical design, inverter configurations/site layout, and substation integration(MV Collection Design)

+ Perform or oversee detailed power system studies, including load flow/reactive power, short circuit, arc flash, grounding, and interconnection analysis, cable heating & ampacity, harmonies, TOV, insulation coordination

+ Support interconnection applications and coordination with ISOs/RTOs and utilities

+ Guide preliminary and detailed design efforts for medium and high-voltage equipment and collection systems

+ Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, and environmental engineers

+ Support business development efforts and client strategy in the renewable energy market

+ Mentor junior engineers and provide quality control on deliverables

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (PE license required)

+ 20+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with significant focus on utility-scale PV systems and studies

+ Strong understanding of applicable codes and standards (NEC, NESC, IEEE, UL, etc.)

+ Proven experience with modeling tools such as ETAP,PVSyst, PSCAD, CDEGS, CYMCAP

+ Experience with ISO/RTO interconnection processes and utility requirements

+ Excellent client communication and leadership skills

+ Ability to manage multiple projects and teams across geographies

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

+ Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.

+ Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

+ Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.

+ Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.

+ Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.

+ Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

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Posted Date 2 months ago (8/12/2025 6:22 PM)

ID 2025-19599

Education Bachelor's Degree

Discipline/Focus Electrical, Power Delivery

About the Company:
Kimley-Horn

Kimley-Horn keeps two groups of people at the center of its business: its clients and its staff. Past president Ed Vick said, "We have no reason to exist except to serve our clients." That intense focus on providing quality to the people we serve has made Kimley-Horn one of the nation's top consulting firms in every discipline we practice.

But the firm's core purpose, articulated by its leadership and lived out daily, is "to provide an environment for our people to flourish." We know that people are fulfilled, motivated, and challenged in different ways. In order to foster our individual aspirations, we support our people as they grow into roles and take on responsibilities that are important to them. Growing professionally, having fun with our colleagues, and finding satisfaction in our work are central to our way of life.

To that purpose we add core values: "honesty, integrity, and ethics; exceptional client service; high expectations; sharing and caring; sustained profitability." Our core values and core purpose provide a foundation for the way we approach our business. Our vision is long-term and our expectation is always to perform with quality, for the sake of both groups at the center of our firm.

Through their work, our people discover untapped talents and interests. At Kimley-Horn we work hard to allow that to happen. We have college students who started as traffic engineers now working on ITS projects. We have former administrative assistants who are now human resources professionals and former marketing coordinators who are now transportation planners.

We provide the environment. We want you to take advantage of it and flourish!

Company Size:
10,000 employees or more

Industry:
Engineering Services

Founded:
1967