Electrical Engineer III

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Summary

The Electrical Engineer III – Electrical Engineeringprovides engineering / conceptual and detailed designs of utility-scale renewable power plants (wind & solar) and battery storage systems. Aids in operations support renewable power generation projects; while supporting the development, engineering, and construction of projects.

Requirements

Develops and reviews the preliminary and detailed design of AC (Low, Medium, and High Voltage) and DC systems, including DC power blocks (PV) and MV AC collection systems (PV/Wind).

Develops models of the AC substation and collection systems and performs and reviews Load Flow and Short Circuit analyses, DC and AC loss calculations, cable ampacity studies, and AC/DC cable sizing.

Performs and reviews calculations for sizing and specifying main power transformers.

Supports estimating company-developed and 3rd party projects by creating preliminary designs for proposed projects and quantity counts for estimating electrical equipment costs.

Prepares and reviews specifications and construction documents to identify design and performance requirements for procurement of electrical materials and equipment.

Performs technical review of proposed equipment to ensure acceptability to company, client, and industry standards.

Works with designers to develop and review construction drawings and documentation to communicate electrical installation details effectively to construction teams.

Provides input to team members working on other project areas, including grounding system design, substation design, and medium voltage collection system design.

Prepares and analyzes weekly project updates for electrical engineering design progress for project management.

Performs assignment and progress tracking of tasks for team members and sub-consultants.

Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.

Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures.

Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.

Provides support to construction during the construction and commissioning phases.

Reviews work instructions periodically to ensure compliance with industry and client standards.

Developsnew methods and standards for Group design activities.

Visits sites as needed during pre-construction and construction to support project needs.

Safety

Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.

Qualifications

Bachelorsdegree in Electrical Engineeringor 8yearsequivalent experience is required.

Professional Engineer (PE or P. Eng.) certification is required.

Mastersdegree in Electrical Engineeringis preferred.

5+ years of power generation industry with EPC experience is required.

Ability to travel 5-15%.

A validdriverslicense is required.

Advanced level of knowledge in

Power Systems Analysis, load flow, and short circuit modeling

Reactive compensation evaluation

DC and AC Electrical Design

Design for Constructability

US and Canadian Industry Standards

Preparation of Equipment Specifications

Oral and written skills include

Clear and concise technical writing

Ability to communicate issues internally with Electrical, Solar, Civil/Structural, and Mechanical Engineers, CAD Designers, Project Managers, and Contract and Estimating Teams and Externally with Clients and suppliers

Intermediate level of knowledge in

Medium to High Voltage Substation Design

Transmission Line Design Concepts

Grounding System Design Concepts

Project Scheduling Concepts

Detailed Design Software

MathCAD

Fundamental understanding of CAD concepts

Fundamental knowledge of power system software such asDIgSILENT, SKM, and ETAP

Basic understanding of grounding software likeWinIGSor CDEGS

Knowledge of Dynamic Modeling Software such as PSS/E

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

Strong interpersonal skills, including listening and summarizing skills

Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Must have a valid current driver license, eligible for corporate vehicle insurance coverage.

Functional competencies include attention to detail, excellence, prioritization, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Anticipated base salary range:$116,000 - $145,000

The finalagreed upon compensationis based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision effective date of hire

• Basic Life andDependent Life

• Short and Long TermDisability

• RRSP with 6% company match

• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays

• Tuition and Green Car reimbursement

• Volunteer and Charity Matching

• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs

• Wellness Reimbursement $680 CAD annually