Electrical Engineer – Solar

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 1,400+ passionate team members across 40+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2023 awards:

• 8 consecutive years in a row as a “Best Places to Work”, “Hot Firm Nationally” by Zweig group
• Recognized as #7 in the “Top 100” firms in the US by Zweig Group
• Recognized by ENR #74 in the ENR Top 500 and ranked in every region;
• Recognized in Crain Magazine’s “Fast 50” for the fastest growing firms
• Named in the “Top 50 Coolest Places to Work” by Crain Magazine

Atwell is currently seeking an Electrical Project Engineer with experience working in the Renewable Energy and Utility space. This work includes support to Developers, IPPs, Utilities, EPCs, and Owner/Operators of Power Delivery, Wind, Solar, and Energy Storage systems. The work entails engineering design and review of the Electrical aspects for Power Delivery of Renewable Wind and PV projects ranging in sizes from 100KW to 1,000MW and Battery Storage systems from 5MWh to 1,000MWh+. Additional responsibilities include developing SCADA configurations and included in the work may be on-site support, overseeing construction and commissioning of facilities with an emphasis on the design elements necessary for the lifetime operation and maintenance of the facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• PE or PEng License is required.
• (8) plus, years of experience in Renewable Energy or Utility projects.
• Experience managing and mentoring other employees.
• Experience in utility or merchant power industry is a plus.
• Good understanding of utility-scale engineering transmission and distribution theories and principles.

Day To Day

• Perform and direct others in the detailed design of medium to high voltage utility substations including one-line diagrams, elementary and wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, substation physical layouts, selection of substation equipment, writing of substation equipment specifications, proposal development, construction cost estimates, and project scheduling.
• Ensure Atwell quality procedures are followed.
• Perform QA/QC for deliverables to clients.
• Manage schedule, budget, and quality of assigned projects.
• Electrical Supervision of utility scale Wind, Solar PV and Battery Storage design projects.
• Utilize various engineering power systems software, such as PSCAD, PVSyst and/or PVCase.
• Design, Review and oversee Electrical Infrastructure for power generating facilities with a focus on Renewable Power Sources.
• Responsible for supporting renewable energy proposals, running design and performance software for energy storage and renewables system designs, and performing renewable energy related project electrical engineering roles for power markets.
• Real-world project design engineering/construction experience with a combination of battery storage, solar, and alternative energy related technologies.
• Develop electrical designs for battery storage, solar, EV DC fast charging and microgrid related technologies.

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Money

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401(k) plan matching formula is 50% of your contributions up to 6%
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)

‘Atwell’ness

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services