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Qcells EPC · 11 hours ago

Electrical Engineer - Level 3

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Qcells USA is a leader in providing utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems. The Electrical Engineer Level 3 is responsible for developing and optimizing electrical system designs and interconnection strategies for utility-scale projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating with various teams.

Renewables & Environment

No H1B

Responsibilities

Advanced Electrical System Design & Analysis

Design and validate detailed single-line diagrams (SLDs), three-line diagrams, and protection coordination schemes

Develop cable sizing, grounding layouts, and relay settings for safe and efficient operation

Conduct power system studies, including short-circuit analysis, load flow, harmonic analysis, and voltage regulation modeling

Evaluate transformer sizing, switchgear coordination, and arc flash studies to ensure proper protection and system stability

Optimize inverter and BESS control strategies to meet grid interconnection requirements and support grid services

Perform interconnection studies, including reactive power support, ride-through capability, and frequency response compliance

Utilize power system modeling tools (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower) to simulate electrical behavior and optimize system performance

Support SCADA system design and communications infrastructure, ensuring compliance with utility and grid operator requirements

Provide technical evaluations for MV and HV electrical equipment, including breakers, relays, transformers, and inverters

Lead the review of electrical construction drawings, specifications, and bill of materials (BOMs)

Work with procurement teams to ensure electrical components meet technical and regulatory specifications

Support commissioning and startup activities, troubleshooting issues related to power conversion, interconnection, and SCADA integration

Ensure QA/QC standards are met for electrical system installations and performance testing

Ensure project compliance with NEC, IEEE 1547, UL 1741 SA, NFPA 70E, NERC, and FERC regulations

Work with utilities and regulatory bodies to facilitate interconnection agreements and grid compliance processes

Train and mentor junior electrical engineers, providing guidance on design best practices, power system analysis, and project execution

Assist in developing standardized electrical design methodologies and documentation processes

Stay updated on emerging PV and BESS technologies, regulatory changes, and power system advancements

Participate in industry events, technical training, and grid interconnection workshops

Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position

Qualification

Power system designInterconnection modelingProtection studiesHigh-voltage designMedium-voltage designPower conversion systemsSCADA system designETAPAutoCADTeam collaborationMentorshipContinuous learning

Required

4+ years of experience in power system design, interconnection modeling, and protection studies

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Proficiency in MV and HV system design, protection coordination, and interconnection modeling

AutoCAD (Proficient)

SKM, ETAP, EasyPower (Intermediate proficiency)

Preferred

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE License or NABCEP PV Professional

Benefits

Full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits

An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives

Company

Qcells EPC

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Qcells EPC provides utility-scale modules, project development, and EPC solutions for solar (PV) and energy storage systems (ESS) throughout the United States.

Founded in 2015

Irvine, California, US

501-1000 employees