Convergent Energy and Power

Senior Project Engineer

Convergent Energy and Power

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: New York City • New York • United States

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Salary

💰 $135,000 - $150,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Perform technical evaluation and selection of Owner's engineering services.
  • Lead utility, regulatory and AHJ interface during construction.
  • Perform detailed engineering design analysis, reviews and issue approvals on third-party design deliverables.
  • Support interconnection and permitting processes with technical documentation and interfacing with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) during project construction.
  • Perform factory and project site visits as needed in support of project construction activities.
  • Lead quality assurance / quality control (QA/QC) process to ensure that project is delivered in accordance to project specifications for system design, equipment, and field implementation.
  • Provide technical guidance during site acceptance testing and commissioning.
  • Develop specifications and perform technical evaluations to support final selection of BESS/PV technology and major equipment.
  • Ensure engineering design compliance with industry codes and standards.
  • Provide functional subject matter expertise to project team e.g core proficiency in transmission-level design, codes and standards, BESS technology, PV design, power systems protection and relaying, etc.
  • Provide technical input to engineering design standards as requested.
  • Work cross-functionally to contribute to improvement for existing processes and support implementation of approved methods, tools and best practices for the execution of safe, quality and high-performance projects.
  • Provide effective communication of project performance to stakeholders using appropriate presentation tools.
  • Collaborate with junior engineering team members by sharing knowledge and providing feedback when requested.
  • Active participation in technical workshops, webinars and publications.
  • Ongoing engagement in professional development opportunities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, civil/structural engineering or a related technical field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in design engineering, with a focus on medium and low voltage power systems design.
  • 5+ years professional experience in BESS/PV design, development and/or construction.
  • Demonstrated competency in BESS, inverter and PV technology, their safety systems/standards, and commercial applications.
  • Proficiency in power system analysis, specifically system design, equipment specifications and utility standards for medium voltage (distribution) and high voltage (transmission) level projects.
  • Strong proficiency in one or more engineering specializations with strong understanding of design principles and renewable project applications.
  • Strong proficiency with AutoCAD and MS-Office suite.
  • Core understanding of power system modeling tools (e.g. ETAP, SKM).
  • Comprehensive understanding and application of NEC/NESC code.
  • Comprehensive understanding and application of industry codes and standards such as NFPA 855, UL 9540, UL9540A, UL1973, UL1642, UL1741, etc.
  • Ability to apply critical thinking and lessons learned to design optimization.
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills for addressing project challenges.
  • Commercial awareness relating to contract compliance, cost control and relative value of engineering solutions.
  • Excellent ability to document and present technical findings to stakeholders.
  • Effective interpersonal skills to work with internal teams and external stakeholders, including customers.
  • Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects with competing priorities.
  • High level of accuracy in design and documentation to ensure quality outcomes.
  • Self-driven towards professional growth and development.
  • Alignment with Convergent’s mission, values and a strong interest in the Clean Energy Transition.
  • As applicable, this role may involve physical activity, including but not limited to standing, walking, or lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • 20% travel expected, primarily to prospective sites, project locations, customer, vendor visits, and for team events and company-wide meetings. Travel to remote sites may be required, which could involve driving or air travel.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, and Volunteer days
  • 401K with an employer safe harbor match
  • Special Vendor Discounts on programs for:
  • Identity theft and fraud prevention
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
critical thinkinginterpersonal skillscommunicationproject managementteam collaborationpresentation skillsself-drivenattention to detailproblem-solvingprofessional development