Job Description
About the Position As a mid-level
Electrical Designer in the
Solar Engineering group, you will be responsible for working with multi-disciplinary teams to primarily perform utility scale solar engineering design in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget.
Essential Responsibilities - Performs detailed design and prepare drawings for all aspects of PV electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, wiring diagrams, trench section drawings, inverter layout drawings, and BESS equipment layout and detail drawings
- Provides conceptual and high-level designs during bidding stage of projects with very little information or direction
- Prepare drawings for civil and structural aspects of PV design as required
- Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including basis of designs, bill of materials, and studies as required
- Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
- Contributes to CAD standard development in a manner that is cognizant of both engineering and design departments
- Consistently able to reduce complexity of projects/tasks within their discipline to get more done with less work
- Provides a major role in the QA/QC process and takes initiative and ownership on all project and task quality
- Maintains outstanding company-client relationships
- Maintains high ethical and professional standards within the overall organization
- Engaged in lifelong learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues
- Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Must Have - Education: Degree in engineering or related field
- Experience: 2-5+ years of engineering design or other relevant experience
- Proficiency with AutoCAD required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and additional computer software
- Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
- Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
- Must possess strong technical verbal and technical writing skills and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans
- Must demonstrate two-way communication to effectively work with internal staff and external clients
- A strong written and verbal command of the English language
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Working Conditions Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting and some field work may be required
Travel: Minimal: 0 - 10%
Physical Activities: Must be able to lift 25lbs.
About NEI Electric Power Engineering Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for the years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI's mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.
Since NEI's founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability, both across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members diverse background and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart out path into the future.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, martial status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.
Team Member Benefits We believe that taking care of our team members is of the utmost importance. We strive to foster a community of belonging, professional development, and industry involvement; providing our team with the benefits, tools, and support systems to excel in their roles. Out comprehensive benefits package includes:
- 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
- Annual & discretionary bonus programs
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion
- Annual Team Building
- Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
- Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
- Pet insurance
NEI Electric Power Engineering participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work