Senior elektrotechnik

Job Description

BlueWave is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer. The Senior Electrical Engineer will be the primary subject matter resource working on solar photovoltaic and battery storage projects from concept stages (site identification), through project development (entitlement and engineering) to starting construction. This person will also be managing the Request For Information (RFI) and Submittals process to confirm that the projects achieve completion milestones on schedule and in a safe manner.

What you'll do

• Reviewing plans and calculations provided by internal and external engineers to ensure the highest quality of design is achieved and Bluewave standards are met
• Creation of design standards for work with EPC contracted engineers and internal resources
• Coordination with the development and grid integration teams to ensure interconnection applications and agreements are congruent with best practices for constructability and quality
• Assist in training exercises for the larger business on best practices for electrical engineering
• Specify equipment (transformers, low and medium voltage switchgear, etc.) for procurement
• Review and update QA/QC procedures for project commissioning and start-up
• Review and approve energy generation estimates and underlying assumptions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with at least 5 years of relevant experience (advanced degree preferred)
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) required, Electrical Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Advanced knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards
• Experience with electrical generation projects at a traditional engineering or architectural firm or EPC contractor
• Electrical engineering and design experience on grid-scale, commercial, or utility-scale solar photovoltaic projects preferred
• Extensive knowledge of the construction and commissioning of electrical systems
• Understanding of DAS/SCADA software and review of datapoints in various platforms
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (or similar) software and electrical discipline libraries preferred
• Advanced proficiency in ETAP or SKM (or similar) power study software required
• Working knowledge of conceptual design software such as SIFT/Helioscope and energy modeling software such as PVSYST
• Hands-on design experience with software necessary for the job functions
• Strong communication, drafting, and presentation skills
• Curiosity in experimenting with new design approaches and a "can-do" attitude toward problem-solving.

The anticipated salary range for this role is $150,000 - $175,000 per year + bonus.

Compensation will be influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, job-related knowledge, skills, education, certifications, and relevant experience as outlined in the job description above.

Benefits

At BlueWave, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our benefits include subsidized medical coverage and 100% company-paid dental and vision, along with HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options.

In addition, employees have access to voluntary benefits such as supplemental life, critical illness, and accident insurance, as well as 100% company-paid basic life/AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage. We also offer cell phone reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Time-off benefits include unlimited PTO, 15 paid holidays, Summer Fridays, and dedicated volunteer days, supporting flexibility, rest, and time to give back to our communities.

EEO Statement

BlueWave is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment is critical to our identity and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicap (disability), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, military status or obligation, or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters

BlueWave's People Team manages all recruitment and hiring activities at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes will only be accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if there is a signed agreement in place AND if the People Team has authorized external recruiting assistance for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of BlueWave. BlueWave is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.