New Leaf Energy, Inc. · 15 hours ago
Utility Electrical Engineer II
Boston, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$113K/yr - $129K/yr
3+ years expNew Leaf Energy is an experienced clean energy developer that partners with various stakeholders to promote renewable energy. They are seeking a Utility Electrical Engineer II to evaluate potential PV sites, manage interconnection processes, and collaborate with utility engineers on system modifications.
EnergyRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Evaluate utility impact studies for accuracy, required design changes, and cost estimates
Assist project developers in the evaluation of potential PV sites and provide estimates of interconnection costs
Review interconnection drawings and application packages for compliance with relevant utility standards and regulatory obligations
Manage technical aspects of interconnection process for projects
Actively participate in different state and industry level technical policy working groups with the intent to advocate for policies and standards that facilitate New Leaf Energy’s goals and mission
Attend field design meetings with relevant utility companies
Perform power systems modeling including coordination studies and effective grounding studies
Provide training and guidance to NLE’s internal engineering team
Participate in internal process time and quality improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
3-5+ years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of distribution system impacts associated with the interconnection of distributed energy resources (DER), as well as techniques for mitigating common distribution system impacts
Experience sizing and specifying equipment rated for 480V - 46kV such as: transformers, switching equipment, metering equipment, reclosers, direct transfer trip schemes, SCADA systems, switchgear, and protective relaying, as well as experience performing load calculations, short-circuit, and coordination studies
Experience performing load calculations, short-circuit, and coordination studies
Experience advocating for advancement in DER interconnection technical policy
Preferred
Experience with power systems modeling software such as SKM, Aspen, or PSSe
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or relevant study required
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
Company
New Leaf Energy, Inc.
New Leaf Energy is one of the leading developers of renewable energy and energy storage projects in the United States—both distributed generation and utility scale.
51-200 employees
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Funding
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Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-07-28Acquired
Leadership Team
Dan Berwick
Chief Executive Officer
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