Senior Renewable Electrical Project Engineer

Senior Renewable Electrical Project Engineer (PE)

RRC is seeking a talented Senior Renewable Electrical Project Engineer (PE) to help us build the future of both U.S. and Canada energy production from our Tualatin OR, or Denver, CO offices in the US, or Calgary, AB, or Toronto, ON offices in Canada. Remote work option is also available.

RRC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm that specializes in energy projects, particularly renewable energy, throughout the United States.

Founded in 2007, RRC provides a culture where employees are valued while contributing to meaningful projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the evolving energy production landscape.

Must understand & personify RRC’s Core Beliefs

 Client Satisfaction – understands the goal of always exceeding our client’s expectation.

 Employee Happiness – able to work well with others. communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment and mediate conflicts between team members.

 Quality Work - Ability to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously.

 Above and Beyond - Versatility, flexibility, ability to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative and a willingness to go out of your way to assist others.

Essential Technical Responsibilities

 Perform multiple design duties listed as follow:

1) Complete and authenticate detailed renewable energy collector system design packages encompassing medium voltage systems with switchgear, transformer, AC/DC inverters power cables, AC/DC distribution systems, PV plants, battery energy storage systems, and wind turbines for both wind and solar projects

2) Perform electrical engineering studies at both the FEED stage and detailed design stage, including ampacity, grounding, reactive power, power flow, short circuit, insulation coordination, system impact studies, arc flash, AC/DC, etc. by using ETAP, ASPEN, CYMCAP, SKM, PSS/E, PSLF, WinIGS, EMTP-RV, PSCAD; prepare accurate, clearly written, well-organized technical reports

3) Prepare and review equipment/apparatus specifications, datasheets, and other procurement documents; participate in vendor technical bid evaluation; review and approve manufacturer equipment drawings/ITPs; attend manufacturer FATs and review testing reports

4) Oversee coordination of civil/structure design activities for site grading, drainage, footings, fencing, duct banks, foundations, and structures

 Provide construction support and interpret client’s needs and requirements while representing them in the field

 Act as the engineer of record for responsible projects; perform QA/QC of all design packages www.RRCcompanies.com www.RRCcompanies.com experience matters

 Interface with internal and external team members including electrical engineers, electrical designers, drafters, discipline leads, project managers, and take ownership of the project to meet and exceed client expectations.

 Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards, and specifications

 Support development of standards, optimizations, and processes and provide execution plans with strong follow-through

 Provide oversight, guidance, and training to junior engineers and designers Qualifications

 Minimum of bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, renewable engineering, or relevant field

 5+ years’ HV/MV/LV engineering design experience in renewable energy, or power delivery (transmission and distribution systems for utilities or industrial), or power generation

 Professional Engineering registration license or ability to obtain license

 Must be authorized for full-time work in Canada

 Experience as an intermediate electrical project or design engineer

 Strong understanding of applicable industry codes and standards including the ANSI/IEEE, NESC, NEC, CSA, IEC, etc.

 Ability to work on multi-discipline projects

 Excellent time management and organization skills

 Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook with advanced MS Office skills

 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work cross-functionally to understand requirements, present alternatives, and make recommendations

 Ability to collaborate within a team environment

 Self-motivated and work with minimal guidance

 Ability to travel up to 10%

 Knowledge of renewable energy industry relating to utility scale wind and solar projects, such as MV power systems and AC/DC distribution system a plus

 Master's Degree in Engineering with renewable energy focus a plus

 Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems a plus

 Experience with system studies in software such as CYME, ETAP, ASPEN, SKM, PSSE, PSLF, CDEGS, WinIGS, or other related software a plus; experience with electromagnetic transient study, insulation coordination study, and TOV study using PSCAD or EMTP-RV a plus

 Manufacturer experience of power transformer, circuit breaker, AIS/GIS switchgear, AC/DC inverter, etc. a plus

 IEC 61850 experience and aspirations a plus

www.RRCcompanies.com experience matters

 Construction experience a plus

Benefits

RRC is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. RRC offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:

 Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance

 Health, dental, and vision insurance

 401K / RRSP matching

 Bonus eligibility

 Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits

Visit our website www.RRCcompanies.com for more information. No recruiters or staffing firms please. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States/Canada and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status