Principal Electrical Engineer
Location
Tustin, CA
Level
Staff / Principal
Department
Energy
Type
Salary
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-06-02
Responsibilities
- Lead the design of solar PV, battery storage, off-grid microgrids, and EV charging systems.
- Develop full construction drawing sets and ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, and utility interconnection requirements.
- Perform interconnection studies and create dynamic system models.
- Conduct power system studies, including load flow, arc flash, and short circuit analysis.
- Visit job sites to assess electrical infrastructure and determine optimal installation locations.
- Manage vendor relationships and integrate innovative DER technologies.
- Collaborate with clients, utilities, and contractors to resolve RFIs, code issues, and design changes.
Job Requirements
- California PE license (Required).
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in power distribution, utility interconnection, or DER systems.
- Expertise in system design for solar PV, energy storage, EV infrastructure, and microgrids.
- Strong knowledge of electrical codes and utility interconnection procedures.
- Experience using ETAP, SKM, or similar tools for power studies and system modeling.
- Familiarity with developing bills of material, equipment specs, and routing plans.
- Exceptional communication skills for engaging with clients and cross-functional teams.
