Electrical Engineer I - Solar

ABOUT MORTENSON 

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SUMMARY

Mortenson is seeking an Electrical Engineer I, responsible for providing electrical technical support throughout the entire construction project.for our Solar Operating Group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical lead and support for electrical portions of work project 
• Determine best layout of collection system; including consideration of constraints such as overhead/underground, follow roads/cross country, and junction box locations 
• Review manufacturer’s data to determine extent of scope for electrical portion of project; including wiring requirements and electrical characteristics (i.e. grounding requirements, power factor ranges, lightning protection requirements, generator outputs, etc.) 
• Verify that construction is in agreement with electrical engineering design drawings, including preparatory meetings, and QA/QC 
• Manage and lead the electrical engineering design and equipment procurement through use of submittals, transmittals, and requests for information 
• Provide technical expertise to all parties concerned
• Ensure subcontractors understand the scope of project during bidding process and provide electrical engineering resource throughout the project 
• Communicate with local utilities to ensure the project can interconnect to the electrical grid 
• Perform loss calculations (100% output/annualized) 
• Develop one-line diagrams of collection a system and substations, as well as standard details of electrical construction that are typical to Mortenson projects 
• Other duties as assigned 1. Maintain relationships with all visitors to the site: customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, et al. 
• 2. Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement 
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Previous related internship experience a plus 
• Working knowledge of NEC code and NE safety code preferred 
• Basic understanding of construction techniques and project management practices 
• Current driver’s license 

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the following with or without an accommodation; sitting, walking, standing, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, hearing, visual acuity, and utilization of a computer and office equipment. This person must be physically capable of reviewing a jobsite multiple times daily. The working environments consist of exposure to dirt, heat, noise, dust, and outdoor weather; as well as indoor and climate-controlled settings.

This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 

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