Jr. Electrical Engineer - Solar

Brightcore Energy provides end-to-end energy efficiency and clean energy measures to commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. We have the intellectual and financial capital to develop, implement, fund, and maintain clean energy solutions. Our diverse solutions range from lighting and other energy efficiencies to renewable energy solutions such as solar, battery storage and geothermal. Brightcore Energy provides our clients with immediate cost savings and revenue potential without the need for any capital investment. We are about Building Energy Performance.

Summary/Primary Role:

This role involves supporting the design, engineering, and construction of turnkey renewable energy projects, with a particular focus on solar projects in the tri-state area. The projects will range in size from 500 KW to 5 MW.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

(Management may amend or assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time)

• Review engineered drawings for interconnection, IFP, IFC and closeout to ensure compliance with contract requirements and best design practices.
• Review engineered drawings to ensure accuracy with major electrical specifications, including DC/AC ratio, conduit and wire sizing, breaker, panelboard and transformer sizes and specifications per customer requirements.
• Review electrical drawings against civil and structural drawings to ensure accuracy and consistency across all engineering disciplines.
• Use Procore to prepare and organize submittals and RFIs related to all engineering disciplines including electrical, structural and civil.
• Coordinating with vendors for equipment specifications and requirements per the project schedule, customer requirements and best practices for electrical systems.
• Tracking engineering completion progress for projects from interconnection, IFP, IFC and as built deliverables.
• Participate in engineering coordination calls and take minutes for record.
• Coordination of site work for engineers (includes electrical surveys, drone surveys, civil and structural scopes as needed.
• All other duties and projects assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience working as Electrical Project Engineer for a solar engineering firm or renewable energy company.
• Proven experience in reviewing engineered drawings and managing engineering documentation, particularly in renewable energy projects.
• Experience with electrical systems design, including DC/AC ratio, wire sizing, breakers, panelboards, and transformers.
• Familiarity with interconnection, IFP, IFC, and closeout processes in renewable energy projects.
• Proficient in Procore, Aurora or Helioscope with some knowledge of AutoCAD preferred, but not required.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage cross-disciplinary teams.

Supervisory Responsibility: 

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Expected Hours of Work: 

An Employee is expected to work a minimum of forty (40) hours per week. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws, while exempt employees may be required to work additional hours as necessary to fulfill their job responsibilities. Overtime requirements will be determined based on the operational needs of the organization.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity). Brightcore also offers a comprehensive set of benefits to compliment the base salary.

Travel Requirements:  

• No travel required.

Work Environment:

• Office setting.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This is not a safety sensitive position.

Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace:

Brightcore Energy is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Brightcore Energy positions require a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verifications, a criminal history check, and a pre-employment drug screen. 

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Brightcore Energy is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Brightcore Energy to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

Office/Remote Work Guidelines:

Recognizing the success of remote work, Brightcore operates in a hybrid model. Eligible employees will have the option to work remotely for two (2) days per week at their discretion, with final approval by their direct supervisor. This policy is subject to change at Brightcore's discretion. 

Brightcore Health Benefits Overview:

Brightcore offers a full slate of medical, dental, and vision benefits including options to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

401k Plan:

Brightcore currently offers both traditional and Roth 401k plans with a dollar-for-dollar match of up to 3% of contributions and $0.50 on the next 2% for a total potential match of 4% annually. 

Other Benefits & Perks:

• Unlimited PTO
• Commuter Benefits
• Financial Wellness Benefits
• Benefit Concierge Program through Health Advocate
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Disability, Life, & AD&D Benefits
• Access to Marketplace for Discounted Goods & Services

Brightcore Energy is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. 

Brightcore Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We recruit, hire and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital, family or partnership status, political affiliation or activities, military service, domestic violence victim status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, caregiver status, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. Brightcore Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all aspects of employment, including job assignment and compensation. 

We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.

This job description provides a general overview of the expectations and basic duties of the job and is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Brightcore Energy will assign additional duties and tasks that it deems necessary to meet the requirements of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.