Electrical Engineer II

Job Title: Electrical Engineer II

Job Location: Richmond, VA(Hybrid)

Job Duration: 12+ Months (Possibility of extension)

Job Description:

Job Duties:

• Review design packages for substation and high voltage generation tie-line projects associated with new solar and BESS generation projects
• Review and provide resolution to third party Owner's Engineer's comments
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) from substation/generation tie-line contractor  Support projects starting at the design phase and through construction to energization
• Review equipment submittals and commissioning documentation
• Interface with other departments or groups such as Business Development, Project Management, Construction, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Operations.
• Make occasional day trips to sites in Virginia to help resolve construction related engineering issues

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience:

• 2-5+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles
• Knowledge of and experience in power system modeling and electrical engineering principles
• Skilled in use of advanced techniques and extension of theories, precepts and practices of substation design (or related sciences and disciplines)
• Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices
• Equally effective working independently or in team environment
• Proven decision making skills
• Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience:

• Working knowledge of PJM and NERC policies and procedures
• Experience with ETAP and PSSE is preferred
• Experience with relays and control systems
• An understanding of substation and transmission line engineering is preferred

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description:

• Virginia or North Carolina Professional Engineer License is preferred but not required.

Education Requirements:

• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering