Senior Electrical Engineer – Renewable Energy/Solar Farms

Company Description

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer – Renewable Energy/Solar Farms to join our team in Bucharest, Romania.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. 

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.  

Start here. Grow here.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Electrical Engineer with a strong background in renewable energy systems, solar PV, BESS, and medium voltage (MV) grid connections to join our growing energy engineering team..

The ideal candidate brings proven expertise in solar power system design, MV/HV network integration, and grid compliance, with a demonstrated ability to lead design teams, interface with clients and contractors, and ensure successful project delivery. Proficiency in AutoCAD, PVsyst, and advanced electrical design tools is a strong advantage.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior professional who thrives in multidisciplinary renewable projects and is passionate about delivering efficient, reliable, and sustainable electrical engineering solutions.

Job Description

Here is what you will do:

1. Technical Leadership & Renewable Electrical Design

• Lead the electrical design of utility-scale solar PV and hybrid renewable systems, including MV distribution up to 66kV.

• Develop single-line diagrams (SLDs), cable routing, inverter station layouts, substation and switchyard designs.

• Ensure designs comply with IEC, IEEE, ENA, DNO/TSO requirements, and national grid connection codes.

• Define and implement technical design strategies that meet safety, efficiency, and sustainability objectives.

2. Solar & Battery Systems Expertise

• Design and integrate solar PV arrays, inverters, transformers, RMUs, and BESS systems into existing grid networks.

• Evaluate and optimize PV yield, losses, and equipment selection using simulation tools (PVsyst, ETAP, etc.).

• Develop protection and grounding systems, ensuring safe operation and arc flash mitigation.

• Advise clients on renewable connection strategies, grid code compliance, and interconnection requirements.

• Lead coordination meetings, ensure clash-free models, and promote integration with civil and structural teams.

• Support digital workflows using CDE platforms (BIM 360, ACC, Aconex) and model-based collaboration for efficient project delivery.

3. Project & Client Management

• Act as the technical lead for electrical engineering scopes on large renewable projects.

• Coordinate with developers, EPC contractors, utilities, and independent engineers during project development and execution.

• Support project managers in budgeting, scheduling, risk assessment, and design deliverable management.

• Prepare technical documentation, feasibility reports, and participate in client design reviews.

4. Construction & Commissioning Support

• Provide engineering support during construction and commissioning stages.

• Review contractor documentation, respond to RFIs, and verify electrical installations and testing procedures.

• Mentor and guide junior engineers to enhance their knowledge of renewable design and installation practices.

Qualifications

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field).

• 8+ years of experience in electrical design for renewable energy or utility-scale power projects.

• Proven track record in solar PV, MV distribution, substations, and grid connection design.

• Hands-on understanding of utility standards, protection schemes, grounding, and electrical safety regulations.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, electrical design tools, and BIM workflows.

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with ability to manage multidisciplinary coordination.

Preferred:

• Experience with PVsyst, ETAP, DigSILENT PowerFactory, or simila