Electrical Medium Voltage Engineer II/III - Power Engineering & Systems Planning

Job Description

Timmons Group is currently seeking an Electrical Medium Voltage Engineer II/III to join our Power Engineering & System Planning Group located in our Charlotte, NC office location. The position’s core responsibilities include creating collector system layout design for renewable energy project deliverables. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class. Opportunities to advance into leadership/management roles are available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Participate in preparation of proposals and scope development, including:
1. Conceptual designs and execution plans
2. Engineering/project cost estimates and schedules
3. Execution of engineering activities
2. Work with the DC designers or the Wind Turbine Layout in preparation of collector system including installation plan and details
3. Perform AC cable ampacity calculations
4. Analyze and determine feeder loading
5. Assist with Utility interconnection support
6. Prepare IEEE Effective grounding study to confirm safe step-and-touch potentials
7. Conduct arc flash studies Hazard Assessment low and medium voltage
8. Evaluate system short circuit and voltage profile
9. Review static reactive capabilities and size the reactive power equipment accordingly
10. Conduct lightning shielding study to verify the apparatus is protected against direct lightning strikes
11. Interface with Utility, as required, in the design of capacitor and LTC controls for various system configurations
12. Other studies include transient Switching, Load Flow Study, Power Factor, Transient Over-Voltage (TOV) and Harmonic Analysis Study
13. Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing
14. Coordinate design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.)
15. Develop and improve processes, tools and/or technology implementations
16. Provide training and mentoring to less experienced engineers and team members
17. Other areas of involvement may include 3D modeling/design, or industry/professional technical committee involvement

1. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program
2. Minimum 3-5 years related experience (completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience)
3. Engineer In Training Certification / Professional Engineer registration strongly preferred
4. Proficiency with Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standard
5. Excellent written & verbal communication skills
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
7. Capability of solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard approaches, techniques, procedures, and criteria