McKim & Creed

Technical Specialist

McKim & Creed$80K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years experience in electrical power systems.
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering required.
  • Proficient in Autocad and/or Revit software.
  • Experience in steady-state and dynamic power analyses using ETAP and possibly OpenDSS, PSCAD, PSS/E.
  • Familiar with NEC, NESC, and IEEE codes and standards.
  • Experience with MV and substation interconnection/protection is a plus.
  • PE license or NABCEP certification is welcomed.

Responsibilities

  • Lead as a technical expert for DER projects connecting at distribution and transmission for utility-scale projects.
  • Oversee the design and study of solar PV and battery energy storage systems projects.
  • Ensure collaboration across mechanical, civil, structural, and electrical disciplines throughout project lifecycles.
  • Conduct steady-state and dynamic power studies and modeling for various scale projects.
  • Maintain high precision and accuracy in technical work, utilizing methodical approaches.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that shares profits with all employees.
  • Paid holidays and a variety of leave options including parental and medical.
  • Multiple office locations for flexible working arrangements.
  • Robust growth opportunities through mentoring and training.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development resources.
  • Engage in meaningful work that positively impacts communities.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment focused on problem-solving.
Full Job Description
OVERVIEW: As a Technical Specialist you will provide leadership in technical and design services for renewable DER (distributed energy resources) projects from large-scale commercial to utility-scale. Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary cross-engineering team which includes mechanical, structural, survey, and civil disciplines. Oversee designs and drawings. Be actively involved in steady-state and dynamic power studies and models.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
  • 6+ experience in electrical power systems.
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering
  • Experience using Autocad and/or Revit software.
  • Experience with steady-state and dynamic power analyses (ETAP and potentially OpenDSS, PSCAD, and PSS/E).
  • Experience with NEC, NESC, and IEEE codes and standards.
  • Experience with MV and substation interconnection/protection is welcome.
  • Willing communicator and able to ask questions when necessary.
  • Enjoys working alone when required but can work effectively on a project team.
  • Able to complete work consistently with flexibility to accommodate varying project demands.
  • Must maintain a high level of precision and accuracy and be methodical in approach to work; you appreciate checklists.
  • PE license welcome.
  • NABCEP certification is welcome.

DURING YOUR WORK-DAY YOU WILL:
  • Act sa technical expert and lead for distributed energy resource (DER) projects connecting at both distribution and transmission for utility scale projects varying in size up to 1000 MW-ac / 2000 MWh-dc.
  • Projects will encompass both solar PV and BESS (battery energy storage systems). Commercial and Industrial (C&I) projects will be both behind the meter and in front of the meter varying in size from 100 kW-ac to 10 MW-ac.
  • You will collaborate with the full team to ensure civil, survey, structural, mechanical, electrical/MV designs and studies are addressed.

WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first.
Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
  • Competitive pay: Paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical, and military leave.
  • Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
  • Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
  • Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more.
  • Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
  • Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

About McKim & Creed

McKim & Creed is an engineering, surveying and planning firm that was founded in 1978. The company provides a wide range of services, including civil engineering, environmental engineering, geomatics, planning and landscape architecture. It has offices throughout the southeastern United States, including North Carolina, Florida, Georgia and Virginia. The company has worked on a variety of projects, including transportation infrastructure, water and wastewater treatment facilities, and commercial and residential developments.
Learn more about McKim & Creed
Size
600 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$100 million

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