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AECOM

Electrical Engineer (Solar)

AECOM, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Company Description At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Job Description AECOM has a position available for a

Solar Engineer

within the Renewables and Microgrid Team of the Energy Practice Engineering Center of Excellence. For this role, AECOM offers the freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at a variety of Energy offices located in multiple locations across the United States.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the solar PV electrical engineering design work on assigned projects

Working with Project Engineers and Project Managers on developing design schedules and budgets for electrical engineering work activities

Supporting company business development activities as it relates to renewable energy projects

Monitoring your project progress to ensure quality, on-time and on-budget delivery of projects

Solar PV system design including array layouts, DC string sizing, equipment layouts, and utility interconnections for rooftop, carport, and ground mount (fixed tilt and single-axis tracking) systems

Solar PV system energy production modelling

Developing solar construction and equipment specifications

Engineering calculations (NEC maximum system voltage, conductor sizing, overcurrent protection sizing, utility disconnect requirements, voltage drop, and conduit sizing)

Support drawing production – Solar PV system One line and three-line diagrams, Cable and Conduit Schedules

Bill of Materials

PV system cost estimation and payback evaluations

DC and low to medium voltage power distribution design

Supporting projects through complete life cycle including the feasibility phase, preliminary and detailed design, issue-for-bid, construction, start-up, and commissioning

Participating in and presenting engineering work at client meetings

Occasional travel to client and/or project site

Level specific responsibilities

Serves as Engineer of Record on all size solar PV projects

Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise, technical expertise for studies and design efforts, and presents complex technical solutions to clients.

Performs quality control reviews of work developed by others.

Participates in development of technical proposals.

Provides estimates for the engineering budget and schedule.

Reviews, checks and signs off work prepared by team.

Ensure that the technical and safety standards are maintained in all aspects of design work.

Qualifications

BA/BS in Electrical Engineering +4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Experience must include electrical design of commercial and utility-scale solar PV and BESS systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Eight (8) years of engineering experience preferred.

PE license preferred.

Highly Proficient in AutoCAD, PVsyst, and Microsoft Excel desired.

Experience with other software in the industry such as NREL SAM, ForgeSolar, and Helioscope.

MV AC Collection System Design Experience.

Proficient with the NEC, as well as related codes such as IBC and NFPA 855.

Strong Familiarity with utility practices, industry codes and standards (NESC, IEEE, PIP etc.).

Able to lead engineering tasks with strong communication skills (written and verbal).

Experience on full EPC, Design/Build projects from start to finish.

Additional Information

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future.

Relocation is not available for this role.

About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects—both in your local community and on a global scale—that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Engineering and Information Technology

Work Location Model Hybrid

Business Line Energy

Business Group DCS

Strategic Business Unit East

Career Area Engineering

ReqID J10136918

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