Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Rethink Electric is the leading solar installation contractor in the greater Chicago area, dedicated to providing innovative energy solutions. The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for creating engineering design plan sets for large-scale solar projects and providing engineering support to the Operations team.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design of 1 MW–20 MW rooftop and ground‑mounted solar PV projects, with a primary focus on electrical engineering, equipment layouts and specifications, and utility interconnection requirements
- Develop comprehensive AutoCAD plan sets, including site layouts, electrical one‑line diagrams, equipment elevations, grounding details, labeling, and all documentation required to support efficient permitting approvals
- Review and validate grounding studies, AC and DC electrical calculations (load flow, short‑circuit, voltage drop), and equipment sizing analyses (KAIC ratings, conductor and bus sizing, battery sizing)
- Serve as a subject matter expert in PV layout design, stringing calculations, conductor sizing, equipment selection, and system grounding methodologies
- Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary designers and the Engineer of Record (EOR) to produce construction‑ready IFC plan sets integrating civil, electrical, structural, geotechnical, landscape, and third‑party electrical design inputs
- Ensure full compliance with NEC, utility requirements, and AHJ codes across all electrical designs and applications
- Provide technical leadership for BESS system designs, including battery‑related equipment selection and integration strategies
- Lead field visits to assess solar feasibility and interconnection approaches
- Coordinate with Project Managers, external Professional Engineers (EE), and Registered Architects (RA) to support timely IFP and IFC plan stamping
- Partner with Procurement and internal electrical teams to generate accurate electrical Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- Work collaboratively with Construction, Project Management, and Business Development teams to deliver on‑schedule designs, drive process improvements, and implement value‑engineering solutions
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail, a high level of ownership, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively
Skills
- B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering required; advanced degree a plus
- 6+ years of Electrical Engineering experience in construction field is required
- 3+ years of solar engineering experience required
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certified
- Valid driver's license
- Experience with EPC or EOR background
- PE license is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary
- Discretionary Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits
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