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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading technical execution for high-voltage and medium-voltage systems, ensuring compliance with NERC standards and optimizing project performance through effective troubleshooting and engineering practices.
Highest-signal resume keywords
HV Substation DesignEPC ManagementNERC ComplianceSteady-State Modeling ToolsRoot-Cause Analysis
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Hard Skills
High-Voltage SystemsMedium-Voltage SystemsRelay OperationsPower System StudiesTechnical NegotiationsEquipment DiagnosticsProtection and Control SchemesTechnical SpecificationsProject Lifecycle ExecutionField Troubleshooting
Soft Skills
Cross-Functional CoordinationProblem-SolvingTechnical Issue Resolution
Tools & Technologies
ETAPSKMDIgSILENTSubstation SCADAExcel
Certifications & Qualifications
PE LicenseBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
Industry Keywords
NERC PRC StandardsCAISOERCOTEPCIndependent Engineer Diligence
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead end-to-end technical execution of high-voltage and medium-voltage systems across utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects
- Lead design and technical review of HV substations (115kV–500kV), transmission interconnections, and MV collection systems (34.5kV–480V)
- Direct EPCs, Engineers of Record, and consultants to optimize design, reduce execution risk, and maintain schedule and cost targets
- Own utility interconnection scope, including applications, steady-state and dynamic models, and technical negotiations with ISOs/utilities such as CAISO and ERCOT
- Lead field-informed troubleshooting of relay operations, misoperations, nuisance trips, and equipment failures
- Perform root-cause analysis using relay event reports, oscillography, Substation SCADA data, and equipment diagnostics
- Define and implement upgrade and retrofit projects, including protection setting changes, control system tuning, equipment replacement, and design corrections
- Provide NERC and regional regulatory compliance support, including PRC and related standards
- Support Operations with technical issue resolution and fleet performance optimization
- Develop and maintain engineering standards, technical specifications, EPC exhibits, and testing protocols
- Witness and evaluate FAT/SAT, commissioning, and energization activities
- Support EPC RFPs and supply agreements by defining enforceable technical requirements
- Contribute to Independent Engineer diligence and project financing
- Drive cross-functional coordination to resolve permitting, regulatory, and technical constraints
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum 8+ years of experience leading technical scope for HV substations (345kV–500kV) and MV collection systems (up to 34.5kV) within an IPP, EPC, or engineering firm
- Proven experience managing EPCs, consultants, vendors, and cross-functional teams through project lifecycle execution
- Ability to independently diagnose and resolve plant and substation issues using relay data, SCADA, inverter logs, plant historian, and equipment diagnostics, and drive fixes through implementation
- Direct working knowledge of major power system equipment, including operation, failure modes, and troubleshooting
- Strong working knowledge of NERC PRC & MOD standards and regional requirements (CAISO, ERCOT) related to plant operation and compliance
- Deep understanding of HV/MV equipment, protection and control schemes, metering, substation SCADA, and design trade-offs
- Solid foundation in power system studies and modeling
- Proficiency with steady-state modeling tools (ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT, or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills for technical and financial analysis
- Familiarity with NEC, NESC, and IEEE standards
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- PE license preferred
- Working knowledge of PSSE, PowerWorld, and PSCAD preferred but not mandatory
Benefits
Comp & perks- 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
- Unlimited PTO
- Two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
- Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents
- Family planning support via Maven
- Free access to Spring Health, including 5 free therapy and psychiatry sessions
- Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation
- 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP
- $150 monthly food stipend
- $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/internet
- Pet insurance allowance
- Full home office setup
- Free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits
- Wellhub+
- Perkspot
- One Medical