Senior Electrical Engineer

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of energy technology? Willdan Performance Engineering, a division of Willdan Group, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer. We're looking for a talented Senior Electrical Engineer to be a key player in our building improvement projects. In this role, you'll design cutting-edge electrical infrastructure to help clients achieve their energy goals with smart, sustainable solutions. At Willdan, you'll join a collaborative and diverse team of mechanical and electrical engineers, solar design experts, project managers, and more. Together, we work to create resilient, efficient, and cost-effective electrical distribution systems that meet the highest standards of excellence.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer at Willdan, your contributions will directly impact the future of energy systems. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead Innovation: Create and design creative electrical systems that transform how energy is used.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work alongside experts in multiple fields to deliver groundbreaking solutions.
• Drive Change: Take ownership of projects and make a real impact on the success of our clients' energy objectives.
• Advance Your Career: With continuous learning and professional development, we support your growth at every stage of your career.

At Willdan, we believe in empowering our engineers to take bold steps and challenge the status quo. You'll be encouraged to think outside the box, explore new ideas, and refine your craft as part of a forward-thinking company. Ready to design the future of energy with us? Apply now and make a difference with Willdan!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Experience with electric building design. Design electrical systems upgrades and improvements to improve energy efficiency. Point to Point understanding of power distribution and interconnection to the Utility Grid to the Service Entrance down to the end use receptacle. Advanced knowledge of energy conservation guidelines using IECC, Title24 and projects with LEED Certification.
• Fundamentals of Power Distribution. Advanced Understanding of electrical theory covering 3-phase and 1-phase power, power triangle & power factor, Grounding, Principles of Magnetism applied to Transformers and Motors.
• Perform Complex Engineering Calculations & Analysis (see qualifications below). In-depth understanding of software apps and resources used in Electrical Engineering (SKM, ETAP, CYME, Excel Tools, etc.).
• Stand By Power and Alternative Energy Sources. Size combustion generators as it applies to high-performance buildings and electrical distribution systems, automatic transfer switches. Emphasis on integrating DER components including PV, BESS and EV charging. Exposure to microgrid design and/or integrating BESS and microgrid controls into solar PV and EV infrastructure projects is a bonus.
• Strong understanding of utility interconnection requirements. Design the electrical infrastructure and protective relays required by the utility for on-site generation. Support the DER team and their efforts as they work with utility providers to submit the required documentation and complete the utility interconnection process.
• Excellent Time Management Skills. Ability to work on multiple projects of varying complexities. Ability to work on concurrent projects across multiple geographical regions. Work under limited supervision.
• Prioritize Workflow. Able to prioritize project workflow to meet deadlines with minimal supervision, completing projects on time. Paying special attention to quality, accuracy and effort against budget.
• Succeed as a Team. Enjoy working within design teams and meeting the project goals in a team-focused environment. Collaborate with other disciplines. Work with local agencies having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with federal, state and municipal requirements and building codes. Support company standards, work with project managers to exceed client expectations.
• Forward Thinking. Leverage your creativity and explore new technologies and products.
• Supports design team efforts to identify, recommend, and implement new technologies and systems to improve organizational processes and decision-making. Develop innovative solutions that reduce costs with no impact on quality, or long term reliability.
• Ability to research new concepts, technologies and apply integrate into our projects.
• Start to Finish. You will develop concepts from the ground up. Use information from site visit to develop concept. Produce construction drawings (CDs) using CAD software. Complete CDs and apply for permit. Work with construction teams and contractors to see our designs installed in the field. Review and approval of equipment submittals.
• Articulate. The candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills. Comfortable presenting to clients, team members and internal leadership.
• Occasional Travel Required (~15%). Site visits to document the existing infrastructure. Provide engineering evaluations, electrical systems audits, and construction support as needed.
• Passion to Make a Difference. The Pursuit of Excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher. Electrical engineering, architectural engineering, or building science from a fully accredited ABET program.
• PE License is Required.
• 8+ years of electrical design experience with commercial, education, government or light industrial projects typically at an MEP consulting firm.
• Advanced Understanding of low voltage systems 600V and lower, both AC and DC distributions. Includes 480/277V, 208/120V and 240/120V systems, single phase or three phase. Medium Voltage experience is a plus.
• Perform Engineering Calculations. Includes: fault current studies, Arc Flash Analysis, Selective Coordination Studies, Service Entrance Calculations, Transformer Sizing, Overcurrent Protection of Motors & Transformers, Conduit Fill and Conductor Sizing with applicable derating factors.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations including IEEE, NFPA, NEC (NFPA70), California Electric Code (CEC) & Title 24, UL Listings, Life Safety, IBC, and OSHA.
• Technical Understanding of Grounding and Bonding.
• Expansive product knowledge of manufacturers (Eaton, Schneider, ABB, Siemens, etc.).
• Ability to size and specify distribution equipment: diesel generators, electrical switchgear & switchboards, panelboards, disconnect switches, etc.
• Assemble and compile Division26 specifications.
• Take Ownership of Projects. Ability to take a project from the initial site visit into preliminary design through Construction Drawing completion. Stay actively involved with the project during the permit process and into Construction.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit is a plus.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Teams; working knowledge of Bluebeam Revu.
• Interest in professional development, career growth.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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