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Development Engineer I

Powerflex Systems
paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan
United States
Jan 18, 2025

Scope of Job
PowerFlex, an EDF Renewables company, is a leading national provider of intelligent onsite energy solutions that support carbon-free electrification and transportation. The Company delivers integrated solar, storage, EV charging, and microgrid systems, to businesses and organizations. As a single full-service provider, PowerFlex customizes clean technology solutions to help clients achieve their energy and sustainability goals. Through the comprehensive PowerFlex X platform, PowerFlex leverages patented smart software to control, monitor, and optimize a client's distributed energy resources to reduce cost and maximize return on investment.

The Development Engineer I will be responsible for providing support to PowerFlex's Business Development team through the pre-contract engineering process. This individual will assist in the overall screening, planning, and intake of projects for successful execution by the Project Engineering and Project Management team. The Development Engineer I will help ensure project viability by communicating PV, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging system technology requirements to Business Development team and Clients.

Location
This role is open to be 100% remote or a hybrid role out of one of our offices (Mountain View, CA,San Diego, CA orNew York, NY.)

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate and set expectations with internal teams regarding Technical Due Diligence during the Project Development phase
  • Help ensure project viability by communicating PV, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging system technology requirements to Business Development team and Clients
  • Keep up to date on interconnection process and incentive structure as it relates to tariffs, states and utilities
  • Support the request, review, and approval of proposals from external vendors (electrical engineer, vendor, structural engineer, storage analysis etc.).
  • Confirm development costs are within approved budget. Help review & communicate cost information regarding utility upgrades and project-related costs to estimating team. Coordinate structural feasibility studies and work with vendors to estimate costs associated with structural limitations.
  • Help prepare and submit interconnection applications and communicate with utilities throughout review and approval process
  • Provide engineering input during Pre-Contract permitting activities, and support Civil Engineering firms in submitting application packages to AHJs
  • Help build rapport with external utility personnel by learning and understanding their changing requirements, attending their events, and understanding the changing nature of the utility industry
  • Present as a subject-matter expert on system requirements by identifying challenges, communicating them to the project team and providing creative solutions
  • Perform site assessments alongside engineering partners
  • Collaborate with wider engineering team to stay updated on best project practices to ensure a smooth project execution upon handoff to project construction team
  • Support additional projects as assigned by manager and Engineering team

Qualifications
Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 0-2 years of professional engineering experience
  • Previous experience in Helioscope, AutoCAD, PVSyst, and Excel is preferred

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

  • Must have excellent communication skills and be able to work in a professional environment, working both with internal and external customers
    Exhibit excellent time management and organizational skills
    Thorough understanding of procedures and timelines of technical due diligence
    In-depth understanding of interconnection process and incentive structure
    Ability to support forecasting utility and project costs
    Collaborate cross-departmentally and help lead meetings between various stakeholders
    Partner with departments internal and external stakeholders
    Strong multi-tasking ability, proven engineering skills
    Thorough understanding of technology options for utility interconnection requirements (relays, SCADA, rapid shutdown, DTT, transformers, service upgrades...)

Compensation
The pay range for this position is $72,000 - $120,000 annually. This position is eligible for PowerFlex's comprehensive Health and Welfare plans including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off. The total compensation for this position may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable). PowerFlex's compensation packages carefully consider a candidate's qualifications, experiences, and education in relation to the position.

Physical Requirements

  • Remaining in a seated position. Long hours on computer keyboard. Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking.
  • Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
  • Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25/50/80 pounds regularly/occasionally.
  • Must be able to respond quickly to sounds.
  • Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
  • Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations.
  • Must be able to safely climb ladders while carrying up to 40 pounds.
  • Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.
  • Must be able to work in cold environments and on concrete floors.
  • Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.

Working Conditions
Remote or Hybrid working environment, splitting time between office/remote workplace and out in the field for site assessments. Site assessments will require standing, walking, and able to document/measure existing conditions.

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