[ES_JOBS_NET] Solar Engineer, RES, Broomfield, Colorado

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://res-group.csod.com/ats/careersite/jobdetails.aspx?site=1&c=res-group&id=696

Solar Engineer


Come join the world's largest independent renewable energy company active in wind, solar, energy storage, and transmission and distribution.  Our vision is to be a leader in the transition where everyone has access to affordable zero-carbon energy.  Being part of the RES team means shaping the world's energy future.

RES offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401K + employer match, life insurance, and AD&D, paid time off, paid sabbatical, paid parental leave, alternative work schedules, fitness center membership, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.

Summary:
Provides conceptual and detailed designs of solar power plants and supports development, engineering, and construction of utility-scale PV solar projects.

Specific duties:

  *   Performs solar engineering role on specific projects to include contract review, progress tracking, and interdepartmental communications.
  *   Drafts and reviews specifications and construction documents using templates and defined processes, identifying process improvements as appropriate.
  *   Supports preliminary engineering tasks including PV system layouts and energy modeling.
  *   Drafts and reviews equipment specifications, concept design drawings, site evaluations, electrical drawings, and process flow diagrams.
  *   Drafts and reviews energy yield calculations using tools such as PVSYST, and NREL System Advisor Model (SAM)
  *   Drafts templates and reviews uncertainty analysis for energy yield.
  *   Drafts and reviews solar plant components and subsystems.
  *   Works with electrical and civil engineers on plan sets from preliminary design through IFC.
  *   Works with designers to prepare construction drawings.
  *   Visits sites as needed during pre-construction and construction to support project needs.
  *   Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
  *   Supports data analysis and performance testing of constructed utility-scale PV Projects
  *   Works to optimize PV system designs through the use and development of engineering tools and processes
  *   Contributes to company-wide initiatives to drive continual improvements in efficiency, tools, processes, and execution.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  *   Advanced level of knowledge in:
     *   Oral and written skills to include:
        *   Technical writing
        *   Ability to communicate issues to peers
        *   Clear and concise writing
     *   Interpersonal skills
     *   Ability to organize and prioritize work.
     *   Ability to think analytically.
  *   Basic level of knowledge in:
     *   PV plant performance analysis
     *   General Electrical Design
     *   General Design for Constructability
     *   Familiarity with Industry best practices
     *   Substation concepts
     *   Transmission Line Design Concepts
     *   Grounding System Design Concepts
     *   Project Scheduling Concepts
     *   Equipment Specifications
     *   Detailed Design Software:
        *   Fundamental understanding of CAD concepts
        *   Fundamental knowledge of PV Simulation software such as PYSYST and SAM
        *   Fundamental knowledge of GIS software
        *   Coding with Python and/or ability to work with large datasets
        *   Statistics including uncertainty analysis and regression models.
     *   MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

Qualifications:

  *   BS degree in Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
  *   One to five years of experience in the power generation industry (solar experience preferred).
  *   Must have a valid current driver's license, eligible for corporate vehicle insurance coverage.
  *   Must be able to obtain a valid current passport to travel outside the U.S.

Physical requirements and environment:
The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performs primarily sedentary office duties, with occasional travel to Company offices or construction sites.  Incumbent may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds and may be required to sit, stand, walk and use a computer.
Construction site environment includes early-stage permitting, development and auditing through finished roads and features.  Extensive travel with driving to remote sites along with office work in field conditions is also included.
Willingness to work limited weekends and evenings to support Project Performance Testing.

We maintain a drug-free workplace.  Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is proud to be an EEO employer.

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