Electrical Project Engineer

Birch Creek Energy

Electrical Project Engineer overseeing engineering from development to completion for renewable energy projects. Working with teams to ensure designs meet technical specifications.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeRemote • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting to the Sr Director of Execution Engineering, manage engineering from late-stage development through completion of construction
Ensure projects are designed and constructed to meet Birch Creek’s technical specifications
Create Single Line Diagrams for Interconnection Applications that meet ISO technical requirements
Create tracker and fixed tilt layouts in AutoCAD using PVCase
Run PVsyst energy models using Owner Input Standards
Review and provide input for EPC Agreement and Equipment Purchase Agreement technical exhibits
Coordinate with Project Finance during Independent Engineer (IE) review and investor diligence
Support the EPC RFP process by creating technical exhibits, reviewing proposals, responding to RFPs, and reviewing equipment submittals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 4 years of related project engineer experience
Experience with AutoCAD, ETAP, and PVsyst
Working knowledge of the solar and BESS design process
Understanding of the NEC, NESC, NFPA 855, IEEE 2800, and IEEE 1547
Ability to draft in AutoCAD
Ability to use Electrical Engineering software like ETAP and PVsyst
Excellent knowledge of interconnection process
Ability to establish strong relationships with EPCs
PE in Electrical Engineering is desired but not required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Opportunity to work with an innovative and mission-driven company
Career growth and development opportunities in a fast-growing company and industry.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Electrical EngineeringAutoCADPVsystETAPSingle Line DiagramsEnergy modelingDraftingProject engineeringTechnical specificationsInterconnection process

Soft Skills

Relationship buildingCommunicationCollaborationProject managementAttention to detail

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringPE in Electrical Engineering