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https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11840654 Invenergy drives
innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience
and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our
customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage
solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future.
We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.
Job Description
Position Overview
The Project Engineer will be responsible for the electrical engineering
and construction of cutting-edge renewable energy projects. You will be
primarily responsible for managing conceptual project designs and the
selected engineering firms in order to complete final detailed designs
for projects to be built. The electrical systems of these projects
utilize inverter-based wind and solar generators that include 1500V DC
wiring systems, 34.5kV AC medium voltage collection/distribution
circuits, collector substations to step-up power, and transmission line
interconnections to the grid at high and extra high voltages.
Responsibilities:
- Engineering Design Management
- Develop conceptual project designs that comply with all critical
owner and interconnection requirements
- Conduct thorough design reviews of electrical drawings: DC
solar, AC collection system for wind and solar, substation, and
transmission line
- Define the scope of all required electrical system studies and
review results for accuracy and compliance
- Track design schedules, update all stakeholders, and ensure that
critical dates related to electrical engineering tasks are met
on time.
- Support project close out by organizing and transferring all
as-built documentation to final project owner including
electrical drawings, schematics, bill of materials, electrical
studies, and relay settings.
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- Procurement and Construction Support
- Review competitive bids for owner procured electrical material.
Support the purchasing of this equipment and manage suppliers
throughout the engineering and commissioning process.
- Monitor construction progress both remotely and via on-site
inspections and support resolution of any field issues. Attend
on-site meetings with electrical construction contractors and in
person coordination meetings with interconnection utilities.
- Perform factory/equipment inspection and witness factory
acceptance testing for major materials.
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- Electrical Engineering Group Responsibilities
- Assist in developing project specific construction, engineering,
and equipment specifications
- Prepare and validate electrical energy calculations
- Coordinate with independent engineers and project partners to
effectively navigate the technical due diligence process.
- Assist in the development of new projects by analyzing
conceptual designs and RFQ specifications.
- Coordinate with operations engineering to incorporate lessons
learned into new design reviews and specifications to
continuously improve quality
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry technology through
various training sessions and conferences
Experience and Skills:
- BS in Electrical Engineering or related degree.
- Knowledge of power systems, ideally acquired through specific
coursework, job experience, and internships
- 2 - 7 years of relevant work experience
- Experience with HV/MV electrical infrastructure
(substations/switchyards, distribution systems, transmission lines,
transformers.)
- General knowledge of interpreting and applying c mmon industry
standards and codes
- Ability to concurrently coordinate and manage multiple projects with
various teams
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Visio.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills.
- Some travel required (up to 25%)
Benefits
Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc.
Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other
things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.