Electrical Design Engineer

1st Avenue Power is growing its project development capacity, and we're looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to support the execution of solar and battery storage projects.

Key Responsibilities Create site layouts and electrical drawings based on direction from the engineering team

Conduct feasibility studies for new project and product concepts, applying prior experience to new sites and products

Develop early-stage design packages that help establish build standards and support oversight of EPC execution

Contribute to cost estimates that help the development team make go/no-go decisions

Perform electrical balance of plant/site modeling and analysis for projects and products

Support safety and stress testing, including fault current analysis and battery layout optimization

Research new concepts and help develop technical solutions in collaboration with senior engineers

Manage CAD deliverables including site drawings, schematics, and conductor sizing documentation

Work cross-functionally with mechanical, power electronics, and project teams

Help build bills of materials (BOMs) with the procurement team for both projects and products

Coordinate with local utilities and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) on service and permitting documentation

Some travel is expected

Other duties as needed

Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Experience in the solar and/or battery storage industry

Strong proficiency in electrical drafting, CAD, and related design software

Experience with site layout development and feasibility modeling

Familiarity with electrical balance of plant/site concepts

Ability to work from high-level direction and translate it into detailed design deliverables

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of relevant industry standards (e.g., UL 1741, IEEE 1547, NEC for renewable energy)

Experience with battery storage systems and fault current analysis

Familiarity with EPC processes and project development workflows

Working toward, or interested in pursuing, a Professional Engineer (PE) license

Experience with early-stage engineering design deliverables

Exposure to conductor sizing and bill of materials development for solar projects

Knowledge of public utility and AHJ processes and approvals

Experience in electrical systems and product development

Competitive Compensation Package

Health Insurance: We offer 100% coverage of employee premiums under a Gold-level PPO plan. Dental & Vision Insurance: 50% of employee premiums are covered.

Retirement Plan: A 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match.

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