9 Senior Electrical Design Engineer Renewable Energy Systems jobs in whatjobs
Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy Systems
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the electrical design of renewable energy projects, including solar PV systems, wind turbines, and energy storage solutions.
- Develop detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control system designs.
- Perform power system studies, including load flow analysis, short circuit analysis, and protection coordination.
- Specify electrical components, equipment, and materials, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, project managers, and construction personnel, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Conduct site assessments and provide technical support during the installation and commissioning phases.
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant national and international electrical codes and standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE).
- Develop and maintain project documentation, including design reports, calculations, and technical specifications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design and system issues throughout the project lifecycle.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in renewable energy technologies, electrical engineering principles, and regulatory requirements.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in electrical design, with a significant focus on renewable energy projects (solar, wind, battery storage).
- Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, PSS/E, or similar.
- In-depth knowledge of power system analysis, protection, and control systems.
- Familiarity with national and international electrical codes and standards.
- Experience with grid interconnection studies and requirements.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for effective remote collaboration.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fully remote setting.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent is highly desirable.
Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy Systems
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the electrical design of renewable energy projects, including solar PV farms, wind turbines, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
- Develop detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control system designs using industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, Revit).
- Perform power system analysis, including load flow, short circuit, and transient stability studies.
- Specify electrical components, equipment, and materials, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, NEC).
- Collaborate with project managers, civil/structural engineers, and other disciplines to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
- Conduct technical reviews of designs prepared by junior engineers and external partners.
- Develop and review technical specifications for electrical equipment procurement.
- Provide technical support during the construction, commissioning, and operational phases of projects.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design issues encountered in the field.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in renewable energy technologies, electrical engineering practices, and relevant codes and standards.
- Contribute to the development of company standards and best practices for electrical design.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a significant focus on renewable energy systems (solar, wind, BESS).
- Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, Revit, ETAP, PSS/E, or similar.
- Strong understanding of power electronics, grid integration, protection schemes, and control systems for renewable energy.
- Knowledge of relevant international and national electrical codes and standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
- Experience with project management principles is a plus.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and safety.
Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Renewable Energy Systems
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the electrical design of renewable energy projects, including solar PV, wind farms, and energy storage systems.
- Develop detailed electrical system designs, including single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications.
- Perform electrical calculations such as load flow, short circuit analysis, arc flash studies, and grounding studies.
- Select and specify electrical components, including inverters, transformers, switchgear, batteries, and protection devices.
- Ensure compliance with relevant electrical codes, standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, NEC), and utility interconnection requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (mechanical, civil) and project managers.
- Provide technical support during the procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
- Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for potential renewable energy projects.
- Analyze and optimize system performance to maximize energy yield and minimize losses.
- Develop and review technical documentation, including design reports, test procedures, and manuals.
- Mentor junior electrical engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Master's degree is a plus.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, with a significant focus on renewable energy systems.
- Proven experience in the design of solar PV, wind, or energy storage systems.
- Proficiency with electrical design and simulation software (e.g., PVSyst, ETAP, PSCAD, AutoCAD Electrical).
- Strong understanding of power electronics, grid integration technologies, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
- Knowledge of national and international electrical codes and standards applicable to renewable energy.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently in a remote setting.
- Experience with SCADA systems and grid interconnection studies is advantageous.
- A passion for renewable energy and sustainable technologies.
Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy Systems
Posted 8 days ago
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Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Renewable Energy Systems
Posted 5 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the electrical design of utility-scale solar PV, wind, and energy storage systems.
- Develop detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control system designs.
- Perform power system analysis, including load flow, short circuit, and protection coordination studies.
- Select and specify electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, inverters, and cabling.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant national and international electrical codes, standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE), and client specifications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including civil, mechanical, and project management, to ensure integrated project delivery.
- Conduct site visits or virtual assessments to gather project requirements and support installation teams when necessary.
- Prepare technical specifications, bills of materials (BOMs), and other project documentation.
- Review and approve designs prepared by junior engineers and external consultants.
- Provide technical support during the construction, commissioning, and operational phases of projects.
- Stay abreast of new technologies and industry best practices in renewable energy systems.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. A Master's degree is advantageous.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in electrical design, with a significant focus on renewable energy projects.
- Proficiency in electrical design software such as ETAP, PSS/E, AutoCAD Electrical, or equivalent.
- Strong understanding of power electronics, grid interconnection requirements, and protection schemes.
- Experience with energy storage systems (BESS) is a strong plus.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy Systems
Posted 5 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and engineer electrical systems for renewable energy projects (solar, wind, etc.).
- Develop detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
- Perform power system analysis, including load flow and fault studies.
- Select appropriate electrical components and equipment.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
- Collaborate with project teams to integrate electrical designs into overall project plans.
- Troubleshoot design issues and provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
- Contribute to project proposals and technical documentation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in electrical design, with a focus on renewable energy.
- Proficiency in electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, PVSyst, ETAP).
- Strong knowledge of power systems, control systems, and renewable energy technologies.
- Understanding of relevant electrical codes and standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and design skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy Systems
Posted 6 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop electrical systems for renewable energy projects, including power generation, distribution, and protection.
- Create detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
- Perform load calculations, voltage drop analysis, and fault current calculations.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant national and international electrical codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., IEEE, NEC, IEC).
- Select appropriate electrical components, equipment, and materials based on project requirements and performance criteria.
- Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, and site personnel to ensure seamless integration of electrical designs.
- Conduct site surveys and assessments to gather technical data for design purposes.
- Prepare technical specifications, Bill of Materials (BOM), and design documentation for procurement and construction.
- Provide technical support during the construction, commissioning, and testing phases of projects.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design issues that arise during project execution.
- Stay current with advancements in renewable energy technologies, electrical engineering practices, and industry standards.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
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Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy Systems
Posted 22 days ago
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Key responsibilities include:
- Designing electrical systems for renewable energy projects, including solar farms, wind turbine installations, and energy storage solutions.
- Developing single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, panel layouts, and electrical load calculations.
- Selecting and specifying electrical components, such as transformers, switchgear, cabling, and protection devices.
- Performing power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, and arc flash analysis.
- Ensuring designs comply with all relevant national and international electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEC).
- Collaborating with project managers, mechanical engineers, and civil engineers to ensure integrated project delivery.
- Reviewing and approving electrical drawings and specifications prepared by external consultants or junior engineers.
- Troubleshooting electrical design issues and providing technical support during the construction and commissioning phases.
- Leading the development of testing and commissioning procedures for electrical systems.
- Staying current with advancements in electrical engineering technology, particularly in the renewable energy field.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, a professional engineering license (PE or equivalent), and a minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical design, with a significant focus on power systems and renewable energy. Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, or similar is required. Strong understanding of power electronics, grid interconnection standards, and protective relaying is essential. Excellent communication and project management skills are necessary to thrive in this remote role, supporting projects and teams, including those in **Garissa, Garissa, KE**.
Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Renewable Energy Systems
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the electrical design of renewable energy projects, including solar PV farms and wind energy installations.
- Develop detailed electrical design documents, including single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
- Specify electrical equipment, such as transformers, switchgear, inverters, and protection devices.
- Perform power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, and protection coordination analysis.
- Ensure compliance with relevant electrical codes, standards (e.g., IEC, NEC), and best practices.
- Collaborate with mechanical, civil, and project management teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
- Review and approve vendor submittals and shop drawings.
- Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and operational phases.
- Contribute to cost estimations and project budgeting for electrical scopes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering design, with a significant focus on renewable energy systems.
- Proven experience in designing electrical systems for utility-scale solar PV and/or wind projects.
- Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, PSS/E, CYME).
- Strong understanding of grid interconnection standards and requirements.
- Experience with relevant CAD software for electrical drawings.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent is a strong asset.
This role, focused on innovation in **Malindi, Kilifi, KE**, is a fully remote position, offering a significant impact on the future of energy.