Electrical Engineer, High Voltage

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Oregon.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete technical execution of high-voltage and medium-voltage systems for large-scale solar and battery energy storage projects.

• Direct the design and technical evaluation of HV substations (115kV–500kV), transmission interconnections, and MV collection systems (34.5kV–480V).

• Guide EPCs, Engineers of Record, and consultants to enhance design, mitigate execution risks, and uphold schedule and budget objectives.

• Manage the utility interconnection scope, which includes applications, steady-state and dynamic models, and technical negotiations with ISOs/utilities such as CAISO and ERCOT.

• Lead troubleshooting efforts in the field for relay operations, misoperations, nuisance trips, and equipment failures.

• Conduct root-cause analyses by utilizing relay event reports, oscillography, Substation SCADA data, and equipment diagnostics.

• Define and execute upgrade and retrofit projects, including changes in protection settings, control system adjustments, equipment replacements, and design modifications.

• Provide support for NERC and regional regulatory compliance, including PRC and related standards.

• Assist Operations with resolving technical issues and optimizing fleet performance.

• Develop and uphold engineering standards, technical specifications, EPC exhibits, and testing protocols.

• Observe and assess FAT/SAT, commissioning, and energization activities.

• Support EPC RFPs and supply agreements by establishing enforceable technical requirements.

• Contribute to Independent Engineer diligence and project financing efforts.

• Facilitate cross-functional coordination to address permitting, regulatory, and technical challenges.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 8+ years of experience in leading the technical scope for HV substations (345kV–500kV) and MV collection systems (up to 34.5kV) within an IPP, EPC, or engineering firm.

• Demonstrated experience in managing EPCs, consultants, vendors, and cross-functional teams throughout project lifecycle execution.

• Capability to independently diagnose and resolve plant and substation issues using relay data, SCADA, inverter logs, plant historian, and equipment diagnostics, and drive solutions through to implementation.

• Direct working knowledge of major power system equipment, including its operation, failure modes, and troubleshooting techniques.

• Strong understanding of NERC PRC & MOD standards and regional requirements (CAISO, ERCOT) pertinent to plant operation and compliance.

• In-depth knowledge of HV/MV equipment, protection and control schemes, metering, substation SCADA, and design trade-offs.

• Solid background in power system studies and modeling.

• Proficiency with steady-state modeling tools (ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT, or similar).

• Advanced Excel skills for conducting technical and financial analyses.

• Familiarity with NEC, NESC, and IEEE standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

• PE license is preferred.

• Working knowledge of PSSE, PowerWorld, and PSCAD is preferred but not essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision.

• Unlimited PTO.

• Two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of the year).

• Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6 weeks for birth parents.

• Family planning support through Maven.

• Free access to Spring Health, including 5 complimentary 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 expenses.

• Pet insurance allowance.

• Complete home office setup.

• Free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits.

• Wellhub+.

• Perkspot.

• One Medical.