Signal Energy is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing Engineering team. The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading and executing complex electrical engineering scopes for utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. This role provides technical leadership throughout all phases of project delivery, including project development, detailed design, construction support, and commissioning.
Reports to: Principal Engineer
Location: Chattanooga, TN (preferred) – Remote (U.S.) considered
Collaborates with: Clients, AHJs, 3rd party consultants, vendors, Engineering, Procurement, Solar Operations
Essential Duties and Accountabilities:
- Serve as a technical lead for the electrical design of utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects from concept through commissioning.
- Develop and review electrical design deliverables including single-line diagrams, grounding plans, conduit and cable schedules, protection schemes, and equipment specifications.
- Perform and/or oversee detailed engineering studies such as load flow, short-circuit, arc flash, grounding, voltage drop, harmonic analysis, and thermal cable ampacity studies.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, NFPA, NESC, utility interconnection requirements, and AHJ regulations).
- Evaluate and select major electrical equipment including inverters, transformers, switchgear, relays, protection systems, and balance-of-plant components.
- Collaborate with civil, structural, protection & controls, and SCADA teams to ensure integrated and constructible designs.
- Interface with clients, utilities, EPC partners, vendors, and third-party engineers to support project development, interconnection, and construction activities.
- Support project schedules and budgets by providing accurate engineering estimates, timely deliverables, and proactive issue resolution.
- Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and lessons-learned initiatives.
- Review engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications for technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with company and industry standards.
- Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies related to safety, reliability, performance, and long-term operability.
- Support field issue resolution, RFIs, change management, and root-cause analysis during construction and commissioning.
- Promote continuous improvement by developing standards, templates, checklists, and best practices for solar and BESS electrical design.
- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical oversight, training, and professional development support.
- Lead technical problem-solving efforts and serve as a subject-matter expert for solar PV and energy storage electrical systems.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD for designing, reviewing, redlining, and coordinating electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, conduit and cable layouts, grounding plans, and equipment layouts.
- Contribute to knowledge sharing through technical presentations, internal documentation, and lessons-learned workshops.
- Deliver high-quality engineering solutions that meet project objectives for safety, cost, schedule, and performance.
- Take ownership of assigned scopes and provide clear technical direction and accountability for outcomes.
- Represent the organization professionally in all technical and client-facing interactions.
- Ensure all engineering work upholds safety, environmental, and ethical standards consistent with professional engineering practice.
- Support permitting, inspections, and regulatory submissions as required by project scope.
- Maintain awareness of evolving industry codes, standards, utility requirements, and emerging technologies related to solar and energy storage.
Attributes and Competencies:
- Alignment with Signal Energy’s Core Principles.
- Advanced knowledge of electrical power systems design for utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage facilities.
- In-depth understanding of applicable codes and standards including NEC, IEEE, NFPA, NESC, and utility interconnection requirements.
- Ability to interpret and develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to complex, multidisciplinary engineering challenges.
- Demonstrates sound engineering judgment and accountability in technical decision-making.
- Ability to lead engineering scopes independently while coordinating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Provides clear technical direction and constructive feedback to junior engineers.
- Maintains a high standard of professional ethics, safety awareness, and quality responsibility.
- Able to travel for meetings and site visits, up to 20%.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Minimum 10 years’ applicable industry experience in PV, HV, BESS and/or SCADA design
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
- Strong proficiency in power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, CYMCAP, WinIGS, PSCAD, or equivalent).
- Experience performing and reviewing load flow, short-circuit, grounding, arc flash, harmonic, and protection coordination studies.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe.
- Relevant industry certifications or advanced training in power systems, protection, or renewable energy preferred.
- Proficiency in Procore, MS Office
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