Electrical Engineer – Power & Energy

Clark Nexsen is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Power and Energy who is passionate about energy performance and sustainability in the built environment to join our Energy Consulting Team. Our Energy Consulting Team provides design and consulting services related to decarbonization, renewable energy, microgrids, and energy efficiency projects. We are driven to make the world a better place through our work.

An Electrical Engineer – Power and Energy will be responsible for performing, directing, and supervising all aspects of Electrical Engineering on multi-discipline energy design projects with an in-depth knowledge of electrical systems and equipment selection for solar, BESS, power generation, microgrid systems, microgrid/SCADA controls, microgrid technology, other renewable energy sources, and grid management.

General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Performing all aspects of electrical engineering design (specifically power distribution) as a Senior or Lead Engineer, including Conceptual Studies, Program Requirements, Design Analyses, Calculations, Equipment selection and layout, and System selection and layout for energy design and site electrical utilities with minimal direction from supervising staff
• Meeting with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of work for energy design electrical engineering services
• Providing oversight and coordination of energy electrical engineering projects and the electrical engineering portion of multi-discipline projects, and working with assigned Project Managers to meet client’s budget, contract fees, goals, objectives, and deadlines
• Coordinating, supervising, and communicating all aspects of energy electrical design within multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that electrical design details integrate properly with all other disciplines represented on the design team
• Directing, supervising, training, and ensuring quality control of electrical engineers, EIT’s, and designers
• Ensuring staff compliance with quality control policies and procedures and providing electrical engineering QC reviews for other engineers and designers
• Preparing and supervising the preparation of accurate and complete energy electrical project programming, schematic designs, design development designs, and construction documents
• Performing and supervising energy electrical engineering support services during the bidding process, such as preparing addenda, amendments, and responding to RFI’s
• Performing and directing electrical engineering construction phase services including representing the firm on-site, answering RFI’s, reviewing shop drawings and preparing As-built drawings, etc. as directed
• Providing technical input to the energy engineering design such as value engineering and industry best practices
• Working independently with limited direction, but collaboratively with other engineers and designers
• Mentoring of engineering staff to foster their professional development
• Actively support Company marketing and business development activities, particularly the Energy Consulting Team
• Providing technical guidance to electrical staff
• Assisting with the development of new and/or revised processes and procedures
• Performing other responsibilities as assigned by the Energy Consulting Team’s Managing Principal and Project Managers

Education, Technology, And Experience

Graduate of an ABET-accredited 4, 5, or 6-year engineering program in one of the following disciplines:

• Electrical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering Technology

Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam for certification as an EI/EIT is required

Professional Engineering licensure in Electrical Engineering is desirable

An Electrical Engineer – Power and Energy will have a minimum of 7 years of significant design and practice experience in a leadership role with an Energy firm, Electrical Utility, Electrical firm, MEP firm, or multi-discipline Architectural & Engineering firm with substantial knowledge of applicable codes and standards as well as electrical engineering experience in an energy setting

In-depth knowledge of electrical systems and equipment selection for solar, BESS, power generation, microgrid systems, microgrid/SCADA controls, microgrid technology, other renewable energy sources, and grid management

Strong project management skills and the ability to lead a team of electrical engineers and designers

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Familiarity with sustainability practices and net-zero building principles

Active participation in IEEE is desirable

An Electrical Engineer – Power and Energy should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, accounting, and information management

Working knowledge and direct experience with design and production software to a point of being able to understand the capabilities and limitations of the programs and interact with the support staff in their use of the software is highly desirable

Specific software includes:

• SKM Power Tools or Equivalent
• Microsoft Office
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Strong experience in the design of medium-voltage power distribution, generation facilities, smart grid facilities, photovoltaic systems, EV charging stations, BESS systems, and SCADA/PLC controls is desirable

Additional Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to prepare effective and concise documents
• Ability to make presentations to a variety of groups
• Possess technical precision and creative design skills
• Possess demonstrated ability to lead by example, teaching and mentoring less experienced staff and working well with others in a team environment
• Establish and nurture relationships with federal and local government, institutional, commercial and academic stakeholders to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing in the field of sustainable central energy plant integration and design.
• Design medium voltage power systems, including campus wide upgrades, building upgrades, and underground distribution systems.
• Lead efforts to connect net zero buildings and microgrids to the power grid, ensuring seamless integration while adhering to relevant regulations and standards.
• Provide expert guidance and solutions on power systems and utilities, microgrid design, and grid interconnection to internal teams, clients and partners.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends related to energy integration and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.
• Manage projects related to utility connections and microgrid integration from conception to implementation, ensuring they align with sustainability goals.
• Oversee and direct electrical engineering design teams in planning, analysis and delivery of construction and specification documents.
• Ensure all projects adhere to local, state and federal regulations, and collaborate with regulatory bodies as needed.

Physical Requirements

Work is sedentary and performed in both an office setting and out in the field. The office work area is lighted, heated, and ventilated. This position may require extended periods of travel as well as standing, sitting, and some repetitive movements, bending and lifting of minimal weight. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Workplace Flexibility

We have selected two common days in the office to nurture collaboration and innovation and to support learning and growth through engagement with colleagues. We are asking everyone to be present on Mondays and Thursdays, with a required third day that will provide additional flexibility and be set between you and your supervisor (with consideration given to your project team members and clients). Our hope is that this schedule will offer the work-life balance that is desired by all, while providing consistent opportunities for face-to-face collaboration and mentorship.

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Together we discover, inspire, and shape ideas that transform our world. We design for a greater purpose. Our culture results from a collective effort to innovate and inspire, to support and challenge to impact and transform. Great ideas are the result of collaboration between individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and passions. Our process advances communities through discovery and design. We believe ideas have the power to change the world.