Electrical Design Engineer II - Renewable Energy @ Timmons Group
placeCharlotte, North Carolina, United States
businessOn Site
scheduleFull-time
Posted 3 days ago
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Electrical Design Engineer II - Renewable Energy
Timmons Group is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer II to join our Renewable Energy Department in our Charlotte, NC office. This role focuses on design for power generation and renewable energy projects, including solar farms and battery storage projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Support Project Managers on design of power generation and renewable energy projects.
- Assist in the design of power plant and switchyard electrical system upgrades.
- Produce electrical engineering designs under supervision.
- Contribute to engineering proposals, time estimates, and budget development.
- Provide input on design issues and engineering solutions.
Skills & Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 6+ years of professional electrical experience.
- 5+ years of relay coordination and schematic design experience.
- Experience in detailed design or owner’s engineering for generating facilities/substations.
- Engineer in Training Certification/Professional Engineer registration preferred.
- Experience with ETAP or SKM software, AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Additional Information
Timmons Group is known as a "Best Firm to Work For" by CE News and a top ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We value high energy, creativity, flexibility, and a commitment to our Vision, Mission, and Shared Values. Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Key skills/competency
- Electrical Engineering
- Renewable Energy
- Power Generation
- Schematic Design
- Relay Coordination
- ETAP
- AutoCAD
- Budgeting
- Analytical Skills
- Communication
How to Get Hired at Timmons Group
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Timmons Group: Review company culture, mission, and projects.
- Customize your resume: Highlight renewable energy design expertise.
- Emphasize technical skills: Detail AutoCAD, ETAP, and schematic experience.
- Prepare clear examples: Showcase problem-solving and design projects.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review ETAP software tutorials.
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Practice AutoCAD design exercises.
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Study schematic and relay coordination principles.
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Brush up on power system calculations.
Behavioral Questions
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Explain a challenging project experience.
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Describe teamwork in design projects.
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How do you prioritize tasks under pressure?
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Share a time you solved a design problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
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