Senior Electrical Engineer

Ready to power the future of clean energy Join SLR as a Senior Electrical Engineer and lead cutting-edge solar and energy storage projects that shape sustainable communities across North America and the Caribbean. If you thrive on technical challenges collaboration and making a real impact this is your opportunity to drive innovation where it matters most.

SLR is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead engineering activities such as design analysis simulation commissioning and technical advisory for community distributed generation (CDG) utility-scale solar and energy storage projects. The projects may be located throughout North America and the Caribbean. The primary focus for this role will be on projects in NYISO PJM and MISO RTO territories. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented enjoys technical challenges and thrives in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment.

We are SLR Consulting (Americas) a 1500 team of advisory environmental engineering and regulatory professionals across Canada the United States and LATAM. We deliver services through the integration of over 30 disciplines to help our clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.

Responsibilities

Oversee and review all aspects of solar PV and battery energy storage system design from small rooftop to large utility-scale ground mount projects ensuring technical accuracy regulatory compliance and adherence to SLR and industry standards
Mentor Engineering team members review team deliverables for technical quality and consistency; set and uphold drawing architecture standards and best practices across the team
Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders across all phases of design interconnection and construction
Oversee day-to-day project execution; assign tasks manage workflows track milestones and prepare status reports for senior management.
Interface with clients vendors utilities and local authorities to align project requirements and ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget
Conduct detailed energy production simulations and modeling for solar PV and storage systems using software tools such as MS Excel PVSyst and Helioscope
Perform power system studies including underground ampacity load flow protective coordination short-circuit grounding and arc flash analysis using ETAP
Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation including feasibility studies scopes of work commissioning reports technical specifications and RFP responses
Assist Project Leads in prioritizing engineering tasks managing team resources and fulfilling administrative duties as needed
Ensure project designs comply with relevant codes and standards (e.g. NEC CEC IEEE building and fire code).
Conduct on-site field visits to support design verification construction and commissioning activities
Recommend and implement continuous improvements in design practices project execution processes and product performance
Support business development efforts by providing technical input on proposals estimating engineering scope and advising on system configuration
Collaborate with external engineering consultants and partners to ensure quality assurance and jurisdictional compliance

Working @ SLR

With us there is no doubt youll grow your subject-matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long-run and if you ask our team theyll tell you thats just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

Heres what else youll enjoy as part of our team:

Competitive total compensation package including medical dental orthodontia vision FSA/HSA generous PTO accrual 10 paid holidays 401(k) retirement account with company matching program company paid life insurance short and long term disability insurance and employee assistance program
The salary range for this position is $200000 - $225000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education professional designation experience internal parity and location
Full-time permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of experience in power systems engineering with solar and battery storage experience

Licensed Professional Engineer in New York or a state with reciprocity
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering
Proficient with AutoCAD Microsoft Office and power system analysis tools (e.g. ETAP SKM PSCAD)
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
Familiarity with relevant standards such as IEEE 1547 CSA 22.2 No. 107.1 UL 1741 and NFPA 855 is an asset
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Legally authorized to work in U.S.
Willingness to travel to project sites

This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not being used to screen assess or select applicants.

SLR strives to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we work in and encourages applications from traditionally underrepresented groups including women visible minorities Indigenous peoples people identifying as 2SLGBTQI veterans and people with disabilities.