Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Skills
Access Control
Circuit Analysis
Distribution
ETAP
Electrical Systems
Electrical Wiring
Engineering Support
GRID
MATLAB
NEC
PSCAD
Power Electronics
Product Design
Product Optimization
Simulink
Storage
System Administration
Systems Analysis
Systems Design
Systems Modeling
Job Details
Role: Principal Electrical Engineer
Location: Dallas, TX, US
Responsibilities:
Leads design of engineering projects related to product improvement/development
Designs, evaluates and supports equipment for renewable power generation and conversion including inverters/rectifiers.
Electrical Systems Design: Single Line & Three Line Drawings, Wiring & Interconnect Drawings, Electrical Layouts & Details, Power Distribution Drawings, Panel Layout & Design Drawings, Arc Flash Safety and Calculations
Prepare electrical engineering designs for fabrication including AC distribution, DC distribution, and small system controller power systems.
National Electrical Code and Safety Standards, UL 1741, IEEE 1547, and NFPA 70 & 79
Prepares electrical engineering calculations in support of electrical system designs including, electrical equipment sizing, feeder sizing and equipment selection
Coordinates with disciplines in the preparation and development of the deliverables and ensuring those other disciplines inputs are incorporated
Prepares documentation for engineering changes and product design verifications.
Evaluates components and processes used in distributed generation systems.
Writes procedures, specifications, and preventative maintenance plans.
Working closely with key electrical equipment suppliers to select components and equipment based on analysis of specifications.
Perform Electrical System Modeling and simulation. Perform fault current analysis and arc flash hazard of system designs, including inrush mitigation, circuit protection scenarios (fuse and breaker selection, coordination), and supplemental grid solutions.
Configures / programs electrical devices such as variable frequency drives.
Provides engineering support to service personnel.
Ensure our designs meet applicable codes, current regulations and standards
Other projects as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering.
10+ years of experience in power system design with Power Electronics (microgrid and renewable energy) experience
Deep understanding of power system operations, power inverter application, DC to DC conversion, fuel cells and renewable integration, grid automation, and industrial and Utility control systems.
Power Inverter and DC to DC conversion system electrical system design is required
Experience with protocols such as DNP3, IEC 61850, and Modbus.
3 years + experience with PSCAD and ETAP power system software is required
Excellent problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and communication abilities.
Candidate must have demonstrable knowledge in:
Expertise in renewable energy systems including power system analysis, design, and operation.
Microgrid application of power inverters, Super Capacitors and Battery Energy Storage systems
Proficiency in: Power flow and fault studies, Arc flash and short circuit analysis, Harmonics and transient studies, Relay coordination and protection systems, Electrical system modeling and simulation (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD), Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, ANSI, NERC, etc.)
Knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, and standards (e.g., NEC, NESC, OSHA)
Familiarity with industry trends, technologies, and best practices
AC/DC Power Distribution and Conversion
Renewable Energy or Utility Equipment
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