Arup Group Limited

Senior Power Systems Engineer

Arup Group Limited$140K — $175K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering
  • At least 8 years of experience in the renewable power generation sector
  • Experience managing projects and interfacing with clients
  • Strong preference for a PE license or eligibility to obtain across any state
  • Familiarity with industry-standard PV modeling software such as PVSyst
  • Experience with grounding/earthing studies, and power systems analysis

Responsibilities

  • Lead and perform electrical design for solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System facilities
  • Conduct engineering calculations, including grounding and load flow analysis
  • Size and optimize DC cable routes for solar arrays
  • Develop detailed solar plant design packages and construction-ready drawings
  • Perform energy production estimates and techno-economic evaluations
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers
  • Support interconnection studies and microgrid facility planning and design

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits program focused on health and welfare
  • Global profit share scheme for employees
  • 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match
  • Flexible working arrangements to support diversity and wellbeing
  • Opportunities for professional development and learning
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer to join our team to be based out of one of our East coast offices (New York, New Jersey, Chicago, Washington DC or Boston).

You will be a part of an integrated and growing team of utility renewable focused practitioners that cross disciplines in a holistic service offering inclusive of electrical & power engineers, civil engineers, and energy and sustainability consultants.

The ideal candidate should have hands on experience performing renewable energy detailed design and related studies, with a focus on solar photovoltaic systems, wind energy, battery storage, and substations.Additionally, the individual will perform various analytical studies related to power systems design such as grounding, short circuit, load flow, and cable ampacity.The candidate will be expected to contribute to current work and collaborate with other disciplines to deliver quality deliverables and client outcomes.

The Opportunity
  • Lead, review, and perform the electrical design of solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facilities, including site layout, medium voltage (MV) collection systems, distribution lines, and associated electrical studies.
  • Conduct and review engineering calculations such as grounding/earthing studies, short-circuit analysis, cable ampacity sizing, load flow analysis, and AC/DC voltage drop calculations.
  • Size and optimize DC cable routes for solar arrays, including string sizing, routing from modules to combiner boxes/disconnect switches, and cable tray/conduit planning.
  • Develop and deliver detailed solar plant design packages, including DC/AC electrical single-line diagrams, cable schedules, equipment specifications, and construction-ready drawings.
  • Perform energy production estimates, system performance modeling, and techno-economic evaluations
  • Support interconnection studies and protection coordination activities as needed.
  • Provide technical leadership to junior engineers, including guidance, mentoring, review of work quality, and professional development support.
  • Contribute to studies of front-of-the-meter and behind-the-meter microgrid facilities, including planning, design, and interconnection.
  • Demonstrate willingness to expand capabilities into substation design, protection, and power system studies associated with utility-scale solar and BESS interconnections.
  • Support proposal development, scope definition, and client communication as required

Is this role right for you?
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering
  • At least 8 years of experience in the renewable power generation sector.
  • Experience managing projects, interfacing with clients, and guiding junior staff work.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard PV modeling software such as PVSyst (preferred) or equivalent
  • Strong preference for a PE license or eligibility to obtain PE license across any state
  • Experience with grounding/earthing studies, short-circuit analysis, cable ampacity sizing, load flow analysis, and AC/DC voltage drop calculations

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

Hiring Range -- The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is $140,850 to $175,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of New York will differ.

About Arup Group Limited

Arup Group Limited is a British multinational professional services firm that provides engineering, architecture, design, planning, project management and consulting services for all aspects of the built environment. The company was founded in London in 1946 by Sir Ove Arup. It has a global presence with offices in over 40 countries and employs over 16,000 people. Arup has worked on many high-profile projects including the Sydney Opera House, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and the Beijing National Stadium. The company is known for its innovative and sustainable approach to design and has won numerous awards for its work.
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