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Sr. Electrical Engineer

SB Energy
Posted June 3, 2025

Location not specified

$110k - $140k

Full Time

Job Description

The Sr. Electrical Engineer will provide expertise in the design, review, and management of electrical systems for utility-scale solar, energy storage, and data center projects, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Create and manage electrical engineering design standards for quality, presentation, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Perform project design reviews and coordinate internal reviews and approvals by stakeholders.
  • Review medium voltage collection systems, interconnection, and substation system designs for efficiency, safety, and compliance.
  • Evaluate RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs, providing technical guidance on equipment selection and vendor approval.
  • Support operations and maintenance teams with technical knowledge and troubleshooting.
  • Design and manage data center electrical infrastructure, including rack layout, power distribution, and network infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop project design criteria and basis of design documentation.
  • Research and evaluate new electrical design materials, methods, and technologies for renewable energy projects.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience working in Electrical Engineering for Utility-scale solar and storage power plants
  • BSEE specializing in Power Systems from an ABET-accredited University, with MS and PE license considered a plus
  • Demonstrated strong engineering, design, and communication skills, and an ability to work in a dynamic team environment to think outside the box and solve traditional problems in new ways
  • In-depth knowledge of MV collection, transmission line, Converters, and HVAC HVDC substation design including substation Protection Control, SCADA, and Telecommunications
  • Proficient in creating drawings using AutoCAD and Visio
  • Experience in the design of On-Site Renewable Energy Generation, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Renewable Energy Credits (RECs), Microgrids, and Energy Storage
  • Skilled in designing backup power solutions with varying redundancy levels based on data center load criticality
  • Ability to complete work independently and handle most unique situations autonomously
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and work effectively in a team environment
  • Strong knowledge of data center critical environment electrical and mechanical infrastructure
  • Experience in designing, integrating, and managing SCADA systems, and strong knowledge of network infrastructure within data centers to ensure efficient and secure operations
  • Experience in vendor management
  • Expertise in cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies
  • Understanding of industrial commercial electrical one-lines
  • Experience with BMS, EPMS control systems, and data collection trending
  • Experience in developing MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs for carrying out systems operations
  • Knowledge of data center PUE and its derivation, as well as data center redundancy requirements at the network and power levels
  • Travel availability up to 20 domestic and international trips

Benefits

  • Compensation/salary range: $110,000 - $140,000
  • Work schedule: Not specified
  • Work environment perks: Not specified
  • Additional benefits: Up to 20 domestic and international travels

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