Nexamp
Nexamp is growing our Electrical Engineering team and is hiring a Lead Electrical Engineer. You will be responsible for review of PV and ESS projects design by providing technical expertise in the interconnection, construction, and assisting in the commissioning of distributed energy resources (DERs). This role requires an Electrical Engineer with experience in electrical infrastructure up to 345kV, including in-depth knowledge and expertise in protective relaying and controls, and a strong working knowledge of applicable national codes including NEC and NESC. You will also work closely with the Director of Electrical Engineering on department initiatives and process improvements.
We are ideally supporting hybrid work out of our Boston, Chicago or DC offices, but could support remote work if needed. You will report directly to our Director, Electrical Engineering.
What you’ll do:
Specify and review equipment shop drawings for switchgear, transformers, reclosers and other major electrical equipment.
Perform advanced electrical modeling in ETAP and AmpCalc to coordinate system protection, determine fault-duty ratings, calculate arc-flash hazards, and run step/touch grounding analysis
Manage scope of work for 3rd party electrical engineers including but not limited to studies; protection coordination, power flow, arc flash, Step/touch grounding analysis, PSCAD and PSSE modeling, and substation design
Provide technical support to Nexamp Development, Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC), and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) departments for the entire life cycle of a project including development, permitting, construction, and asset management phases
Support the project Engineering and Design Engineering team:
Review draft construction set drawings for compliance to Nexamp and National Electric Code (NEC) compliance
Assist with code interpretation and Requests for Information (RFI) responses
Review grounding studies and thermal ampacity studies
Assist with equipment due diligence
Support the Grid Integration and Design Engineering team:
Review, analyze, and interpret utility pre-screen reports, System Impact Studies, Interconnection Service Agreements, and utility negotiations
Witness test procedure review, code interpretation, protective settings development
Implementation of non-wires alternatives, selective curtailment, and other grid-edge technologies
Train and mentor junior engineering personnel
Complete project design reviews; review of single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and site layout designs for compliance with code, best practices, and utility requirements
Respond to RFIs on active construction projects as required
Provide technical support to Nexamp commissioning:
Review medium voltage (MV) and high voltage (HV) equipment tests and factory tests
Develop mitigation plans for non-performance to establish safe operation
Review RDB files and relay test reports
Certify mechanical completion on construction complete projects
Lead new product research and implementation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and best practices, and assist the Director in the identification of process improvements and lead initiatives
What you’ll bring:
10+ years of electrical engineering experience
4+ years of PV experience
PE certification
Utility scale design and HV substation experience,
preferred
NABCEP certification preferred
ETAP, SKM, or AmpCalc modeling experience
Familiarity with AcSELerator and RDB generation
Familiarity of PSSE, Aspen, or PSCAD modeling experience
Expertise in industry standard design codes such as NEC, IBC, International Fire Code, NESC, and other industry standards
Strong knowledge of electrical principles, including medium voltage distribution, protection system coordination and relaying principles
Knowledge of construction means and methods
Valid Driver’s License or ability to obtain same
Ability to work as part of a fast paced, multi-disciplinary team, demonstrated leadership capability of multi-disciplined teams
Commitment to Nexamp's mission and a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today
Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization
Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization
Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify root causes of problems, and present creative solutions
Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders
Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and apply that knowledge to inform business decisions
If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please apply.
At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.
You’ll love working here because:
Not only will you take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers. This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, and cell phone reimbursement. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!
Compensation:
The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $160,000 - $180,000. In addition to base salary, the compensation package may include participation in an incentive program based on performance and the possibility of stock options. Actual base salary may vary based on skills, qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location.
Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from entities with a signed agreement and explicit authorization for external recruiting assistance.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
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What you’ll do:
Specify and review equipment shop drawings for switchgear, transformers, reclosers and other major electrical equipment.
Perform advanced electrical modeling in ETAP and AmpCalc to coordinate system protection, determine fault-duty ratings, calculate arc-flash hazards, and run step/touch grounding analysis
Manage scope of work for 3rd party electrical engineers including but not limited to studies; protection coordination, power flow, arc flash, Step/touch grounding analysis, PSCAD and PSSE modeling, and substation design
Provide technical support to Nexamp Development, Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC), and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) departments for the entire life cycle of a project including development, permitting, construction, and asset management phases
Support the project Engineering and Design Engineering team:
Review draft construction set drawings for compliance to Nexamp and National Electric Code (NEC) compliance
Assist with code interpretation and Requests for Information (RFI) responses
Review grounding studies and thermal ampacity studies
Assist with equipment due diligence
Support the Grid Integration and Design Engineering team:
Review, analyze, and interpret utility pre-screen reports, System Impact Studies, Interconnection Service Agreements, and utility negotiations
Witness test procedure review, code interpretation, protective settings development
Implementation of non-wires alternatives, selective curtailment, and other grid-edge technologies
Train and mentor junior engineering personnel
Complete project design reviews; review of single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and site layout designs for compliance with code, best practices, and utility requirements
Respond to RFIs on active construction projects as required
Provide technical support to Nexamp commissioning:
Review medium voltage (MV) and high voltage (HV) equipment tests and factory tests
Develop mitigation plans for non-performance to establish safe operation
Review RDB files and relay test reports
Certify mechanical completion on construction complete projects
Lead new product research and implementation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and best practices, and assist the Director in the identification of process improvements and lead initiatives
What you’ll bring:
10+ years of electrical engineering experience
4+ years of PV experience
PE certification
Utility scale design and HV substation experience,
preferred
NABCEP certification preferred
ETAP, SKM, or AmpCalc modeling experience
Familiarity with AcSELerator and RDB generation
Familiarity of PSSE, Aspen, or PSCAD modeling experience
Expertise in industry standard design codes such as NEC, IBC, International Fire Code, NESC, and other industry standards
Strong knowledge of electrical principles, including medium voltage distribution, protection system coordination and relaying principles
Knowledge of construction means and methods
Valid Driver’s License or ability to obtain same
Ability to work as part of a fast paced, multi-disciplinary team, demonstrated leadership capability of multi-disciplined teams
Commitment to Nexamp's mission and a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today
Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization
Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization
Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify root causes of problems, and present creative solutions
Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders
Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and apply that knowledge to inform business decisions
If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please apply.
At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.
You’ll love working here because:
Not only will you take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers. This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, and cell phone reimbursement. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!
Compensation:
The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $160,000 - $180,000. In addition to base salary, the compensation package may include participation in an incentive program based on performance and the possibility of stock options. Actual base salary may vary based on skills, qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location.
Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from entities with a signed agreement and explicit authorization for external recruiting assistance.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
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