Electrical Coordinator

Company Description

Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus: to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. Our mission-driven team of around 400 professionals uses a data-focused approach and an unrivaled portfolio of projects to create solutions for the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking customers. For more information about how Apex is building the energy company of the future, visit apexcleanenergy.com.

Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future. 

Job Description

We are seeking a professional Electrical Coordinator to join our Project Management Site Team at our utility-scale wind, solar and battery storage sites in Illinois. This position is responsible for the oversight of electrical construction activities associated with the sites including transmission lines, underground collection systems, substations, wind turbine foundation, and turbine access road installation. Reporting to the Site Manager, this role will verify all electrical systems, workmanship and equipment are in compliance with codes, regulations, project specification, and Apex’s quality standards. Focus will be placed on ensuring a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound construction environment.

Our ideal candidate will come into this role with significant experience in a similar role responsible for the oversight of electrical construction activities at a utility-scale wind farm or solar farm, specifically in High Voltage scope installations.

This position will require a flexible schedule that includes extended hours to include weekends, holidays, and evenings.

• Hours: Full Time
• Type: Exempt
• Department: Project Management
• Location: Illinois

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for oversight of electrical construction activities associated with the sites to include transmission lines, underground collection systems, substation, wind turbine foundation and turbine access road installation. 
• Surveys and inspects the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and electrical components and equipment throughout various industrial applications and projects
• Inspect, identify, and recommend repairs to defects in electrical work
• Conduct tool inspections for company and customer electrical tool trucks
• Monitor and inspect workmanship and performance of electrical personnel and maintain quality code-compliant standards and continuous improvement
• Effectively communicate issues, questions, or concerns to onsite personnel and to Electrical Services management and engineering personnel
• Interpret regulations, Codes, and industry standards and properly apply them throughout inspections and surveys
• Provide detailed field reports, paperwork and documentation
• Read, understand and apply design/construction drawings and be able to understand design narratives and calculations
• Responsible for helping to ensure site safety throughout all phases of construction
• Verify all electrical systems, workmanship and equipment are in compliance with codes, regulations, project specification, and Apex’s quality standards
• Demonstrates superior workmanship and quality in all work areas.
• May act as the technical interface with the customer and with other Apex departments
• Professional appearance and courteous behavior is required at all times.
• Models a professional and positive work ethic.
• Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment
• Assist in other areas of the company and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates will have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid Certified Electrician Card and Licensed Journeyman Electrician
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role responsible for the oversight of electrical construction activities at a utility-scale wind or solar farm
• 5+ years overseeing the electrical construction activities associated with a wind farm to include transmission lines, underground collection systems, substation, wind turbine foundation and turbine access road insta