Accelerating clean energy development for the greater good

Principal Utility Electrical Engineer

Electrical EngineerElectrical EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 2022H1B No SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

136 days ago

Salary

$165.1K - $215.6K / year

Bachelor Degree10 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Lead technical discussions and drive creative engineering problem-solving in order to empower development in New Leaf’s most competitive markets. • Collaborate with the Development, Policy, Project Finance, and Interconnection Teams. • Work with third-party consultants, utility engineers, and other industry professionals to advocate for New Leaf Energy’s DG portfolio. • Autonomously manage third-party engineering firms to deliver on NLE deadlines (includes scoping, reviewing, and holding them accountable to NLE deadlines). • Create and execute standard work and processes that support Regional teams and developer's strategy for a particular region.

Job Requirements

10+ years of power engineering experience, with significant experience in development business.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or similar relevant study.
Masters or PE Required.
Well-organized self-starter with a genuine drive for success.
Possesses strong PM and operational skills.
Mastery of the New Leaf VSM and development strategy, can educate and train others on the main concepts of the business.
Requires extensive experience performing power system calculations using software program.
Strong aptitude for creative problem-solving.
Exhibits advanced understanding of power system and design engineering principles (Inverter design, system grounding, BESS design, protection, etc).
Strong understanding of interconnection policy and regulatory environment in multiple regions.
Has the ability to lead Internal strategic initiatives with minimal direction.
Ability to create new standards and processes using the NLE process implementation map.
Ability to serve as the subject matter expert for the Regional Team, and act as an internal consultant to assist with strategic decision-making.
Mastery of the New Leaf VSM and Development Strategy and can educate and train others on the main concepts of the business.
Expert understanding of project deadlines, milestones, and urgencies.
Ability to create and execute standard work that supports the Regional team and develops strategy for a particular region.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision.
A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute).
An open and self-managed paid time-off policy.
A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week.
A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire.
Professional development and education assistance.