Position Overview:
The Electrical Manager is responsible for overseeing all electrical aspects of utility-scale solar projects from design through commissioning and turnover. This role provides technical leadership, ensures compliance with contract and design requirements, and manages electrical scope execution, including coordination with subcontractors, commissioning activities, and system energization.
Essential Functions:
Technical Leadership & Budget Management
- Provide technical support and leadership for all electrical scope activities across project lifecycle
- Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of electrical systems including MV/HV infrastructure, substations, and SCADA systems
- Develop, track, and manage electrical scope budgets, ensuring cost control and forecasting accuracy
- Identifyrisks and implement mitigation strategies related to electrical systems and installation
Electrical Commissioning Coordination
- Lead coordination and management of electrical commissioning activities
- Work closely with commissioning teams, EPC partners, and equipment vendors to ensure successful system startup
- Ensure all commissioning procedures are followed, documented, and aligned with project requirements
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of system performance issues during commissioning
Switching Procedures & Energization
- Draft, review, and execute electrical switching procedures and energization plans
- Ensure all switching operations are conducted safely and in compliance with applicable standards and utility requirements
- Coordinate with utilities, grid operators, and internal stakeholders for planned outages and interconnection activities
Design Review & Compliance
- Review electrical design documents (drawings, specifications, studies) to ensure compliance with contract requirements and industry standards
- Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve design discrepancies andoptimizesystem performance
- Ensure constructability, operability, and maintainability are incorporated into design reviews
Subcontractor Coordination (SCADA & HV)
- Coordinate and manage SCADA and high-voltage (HV) subcontractors throughout project execution
- Monitor subcontractor performance, schedule adherence, and quality of work
- Facilitate communication between subcontractors, engineering, and construction teams
- Ensure integration of SCADA systems with plant controls and utility requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineeringor related field (PE preferred)
- 7+ years of experience in electrical systems for utility-scale renewable energy or power generation projects
- Strong knowledge of MV/HV systems, substations, and grid interconnection requirements
- Experience with commissioning, energization, and switching procedures
- Proven ability to manage subcontractors and complex project scopes
Working Conditions:
- 100% Travelrequired. Projects are nationally based.
- Combination of office and field-based work\
- Construction site environment-physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend,reachand climb. Exposed to high noise levels.
- Office environment - extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist,stoopingand reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 poundsoccasionally.
- Exposure to all forms of weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, dry, humid, windy) for the entire workday.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Opportunities for advancement
- On-the-job training and mentorship
- Performance bonuses
- Health, Dental and Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Paid time off (PTO), vacation days, and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Status: Full-time (Exempt)
Position requires working hours in excess of 40 hours per week based on operational needs. A rotation schedule is implemented to help offset additional hours.
Salary / Pay Range: $90,000 - $150,000 - DOE
Location: Various U.S. Project Sites (Travel Required)
