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Barr Engineering Co. · 4 months ago

Electrical Engineer – Mid Level – Renewables Focus (Hybrid)

Hibbing, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$89K/yr - $112K/yr

5+ years exp

Barr Engineering Co. is seeking an electrical engineer to join their wind and solar collection team. In this hybrid role, you will provide electrical engineering expertise, manage projects, mentor staff, and collaborate with clients and internal teams to meet project goals.

ConsultingInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Prepare designs for DC and AC collection systems and power plant controllers. Projects will focus on design and analysis and will include preparing plans and specifications, writing reports, and developing cost estimations. The work will be related to renewable energy facilities

Proposal development including defining work scopes, deliverables, schedules, and budget. Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing projects. Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to team members and clients

Support the growth and development of team members

Build and sustain strong relationships with clients and internal teams. Collaborate across disciplines to align technical approaches with client goals while contributing to a positive, inclusive team culture

Qualification

Electrical engineeringSolar collection system designPower plant controllersProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseProject managementMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

At least 5 years of related experience working in a design capacity on projects directly related to job responsibilities described above

Knowledge and experience with solar DC and AC solar collection system design

Experience with power plant controllers

Working knowledge of codes, standards, laws, and regulations applicable to the project assignments described above

Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within one year

Microsoft Office

Possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Preferred

10+ years of related experience

Experience with collection system studies, including ampacity, short circuit, reactive power, grounding, insulation coordination, harmonic, and transient overvoltage

Experience with energy storage facilities

Authoritative capabilities and experience applying industry-standard resource modeling and assessment techniques (PVsyst, Windographer, etc.)

Experience with statistical analysis of solar and wind data, resource and net energy production forecasts (including uncertainty/variability analysis and loss assumptions), design, site conditions, and technology suitability

Experience with data collection, post-construction measurement campaigns (including power performance testing), and project contracts

Experience with AutoCAD

Benefits

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders

Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities

Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave

Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities