Position:  Senior Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy
Location:  Akron, OH
Job Id:  1585
# of Openings:  1
Senior Electrical Engineer – Renewable Energy
 
Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success.  We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity for the betterment of the organization and our clients.  This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.
 
 For more than 60 years, GPD Group has provided architectural, engineering, and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 700 professionals working in 13 different offices, our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose unites us.
 
GPD is looking for an experienced electrical engineer to lead our technical efforts for our clients in the Renewable Energy market sectors. Due to our organic growth and stellar reputation in the industry, GPD is excited to add a Solar PV or Energy Storage Engineer to our Akron, Cleveland, or Columbus, OH offices.  This individual would focus their technical efforts on supporting clients’ project work and mentoring our team for continued future success and growth in the Renewable Energy industry. 
 
Role Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related technology field. 
  • Master of Science in Electrical Engineering a plus.
  • Professional Engineering License preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in engineering design in the renewable energy industry.
  • Experience either in Utility Scale or Commercial/Industrial industries.
  • Developing scope of work, conceptual design, and execution plans.
  • Highly knowledgeable in using AutoCAD for technical work.
  • Previous experience in engineering consulting preferred.
  • Proficient understanding of:
    • Evaluating energy storage technology and providing guidance for clients on the best technology for the application.
    • Knowledge of solar panel system components and design principles.
    • Perform energy production simulations and optimize PV system design.
    • Creating electrical single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and connection diagrams for PV and energy storage systems.
    • Developing or directing the creation of equipment specifications, procurement, and factory acceptance testing of batteries, inverters, battery enclosures, and other miscellaneous equipment associated with energy storage projects.
    • Applying proper codes to design (NEC, NESC, building code, etc.)
    • Perform load and voltage drop calculations.
  • High level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.
  • The Solar PV Engineer will provide direction to the renewable energy design team.
  • The position requires approximately 10% travel to client’s offices and project sites.
  • Enjoys taking on a leadership role as a technical expert in our field and as a servant leader in the community and within the company.
  • Thrives in a collaborative project environment and enjoys all forms of communication while working with clients and team members (virtual, in-person, phone).
  • Enjoys developing and nurturing strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead a team of engineers and designers who prepare drawings for all aspects of photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage electrical power systems. This includes creating one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, sizing, and routing of conduits and cables, grounding design, general arrangement drawings, equipment selection, wiring diagrams, trench section drawings, inverter layout drawings, and layout and detail drawings.
  • Provide conceptual and high-level designs during the bidding stage of projects.
  • PVSyst software experience.
  • Coordinate projects with vendors, structure engineers, and civil engineers.
  • Prepare various documents and reports associated with projects and required studies.  Software experience utilizing SKM, ETAP, Easy Power, or similar software is preferred.
  • Stay current within the industry through continued education and participation in conferences.
GPD believes passionately that everyone on our team knows they are a valued member of our employee-owned company.  When you are willing to put the time and effort in to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and in your benefits offering. 
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
  • Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
  • Vacation & Sick Time
  • Professional Development Support
  • And much more…       
 
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