Build the future, sparkinnovationand align your career with purpose.
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lastingimpact. Together,we'rebuilding a thriving planet.
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generatingnearly 40%of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We'reremaking a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate,affordabilityand equity crises through:
• renewables and energy services • engineering and design • construction and facility services
To get wherewe'regoing, we need big thinkers, problemsolversand collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
The Opportunity with McKinstry
We are seeking a skilled Senior Associate Electrical Engineer to join our expandingEngineering and Design division in Richmond, VA. In this role, you willleverageyourexpertisein DER to meet customer needs andleadthe delivery of high-quality, sustainable energy solutions. You will collaborate closely with both internal teams and external stakeholders to drive innovation and ensure project success. Key responsibilities include:
• Team Leadership & Development • Mentor and train project engineersonDER-specific design principles and technical skills. • Identifyandallocateengineering resources tooptimizeproject timelines and meet critical deadlines. • Conduct regular performance and goal reviews with direct reports, aligning them with projectobjectives.
• Project & Design Management • Lead the design and implementation of various DER projects, including solar, battery storage, microgrids, and other renewable energy solutions for key clients and industry sectors. • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners toestablishand uphold best practices in DER project design and delivery. • Oversee engineering analyses that support both pre-design efforts and sales proposals, ensuring alignment with DERobjectives.
• Technical Excellence & Standards Development • Develop andmaintaintechnical standards for DER projects, contributing to the continuous improvement of design methodologies. • Provide cleardirectionon DER design requirements and deadlines to team members, coordinating work tomaintainproject scope, schedule, and budget. • Support the professional growth of junior engineers through training in DER design standards and project-specific technologies.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement • Foster strong relationships with clients by understanding their unique DER needs and aligning project scopes and solutions accordingly. • Coordinate with utility providers to ensure seamless interconnection and complianceforDER installations, proactively addressing any technical or regulatory challenges. • Engage in strategic initiatives within the Engineering & Design group to drive DER innovation and enhance service delivery.
• Project Oversight & Financial Accountability • Collaborate with estimating and construction teams tooptimizeproject budgets and reduce costs, particularly on design-build DER projects. • Participate in all phases of project planning and execution, from proposal preparation and scope alignment tomonitoringfinancial health and achieving project milestones.
What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry
To be successful in this role, you will need:
• A Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent work experience required. • Professional Engineer registration and ability to acquire licensure in additional states required. • Experience in the design and construction of Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems design, PV + Storage systems designs, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) design, and Microgrid designs. • Utility Scale PV system design experience preferred. • Ability to evaluate power systems and perform studies for arc flash, short circuit current, coordination, underground cable thermals, grounding, and load flow analysis. • Medium-Voltage (15 kV and below) design experience required, protective relaying experience preferred. • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams. • Working Knowledge of Bluebeam • Working knowledge of Procore • Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit required. • Skilledin electrical analysis software (SKM,EasyPower, ETAP, etc.). • Strong written and verbal communications skills • Efficient time management, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously whiledelegating toJunior engineers. • Development of Engineering fee proposals, resource plans,and providefinancial analysis of projects.
Overall: 5 to 10 years' experience in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on DER
Project management: 3-5 yrs People management: 1-3yrs
PeopleFirst
When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:
• Competitive pay • 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan • Paid time off and holidays • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums • People come firstatMcKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with: • Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVFassistance • Up to16 weekspaid parental leave • Transgender inclusive benefits • Commuter benefits • Pet insurance
"Building Good" paid community service time Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers
See benefit plan documents for complete details.
If you'redriven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.
The pay range for this position is$130,320 - $201,960per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits,dependenton the position offered.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunityemployers. We are committed toprovidingequal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, geneticinformationor any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test,complying withthe requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.
Applicants for this role will only be considered if theypossesscurrent US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.
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