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Arup Senior Engineer | Renewable Energy in San Francisco, California
ReqID: LOS0000RE
Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We are seeking a Renewable Energy | Senior Engineer to join our team who has both, passion and experience performing renewable energy detailed design with a focus on solar photovoltaic, wind energy, battery storage, energy infrastructure, transmission and substation systems.
The successful individual will join an integrated and growing team of utility renewable focused practitioners that cross disciplines in a holistic service offering inclusive of electrical & power engineers, civil & structural engineers, and energy and sustainability consultants.
It is expected that this role will be focused on the engineering design and project management of large-scale renewable energy facilities, BESS, transmission & distribution, and substations from early stage development through to detailed design. The candidate will be expected to contribute to current work and collaborate with related disciplines to deliver quality products via digital and in-person interactions. Candidate will be based in San Francisco, Houston, Dallas or Los Angeles
The Opportunity
Design and layout solar, wind, and other renewable energy facilities and related site infrastructure in collaboration with senior engineering staff.
Perform engineering and design calculations
Deliver various aspects of solar and renewable energy system design, such as the proper sizing of AC and DC cabling systems.
Perform power system economic evaluations.
Act as a project manager or deputy project manager for utility scale renewable planning and design projects, including operating as the day-to-day point of contact between the internal team and the client.
Delegate and direct the activities of junior engineering staff where appropriate to their skill and ability.
Prioritize tasks to ensure quality deliverables and customer satisfaction while adhering to budget.
Support business development, proposal, and client relationship management activities working in collaboration with senior business staff.
Take initiative, follow agreed practice, innovate, and learn through experience and training.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or equivalent,
Minimum of 6 years of experience, with at least 3 years experience in the renewable power generation sector.
PE license desired and eligible to obtain PE license across any state.
Experienced with PVSyst, CADD/PLSCADD software, modelling, design and/or analysis software preferred.
Must possess strong technical communication skills (writing and verbal) and be able to read and interpret technical literature and engineering plans.
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What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available
Los Angeles Hiring Range -The good faith base salary hiring range for this job performed in Los Angeles is $115,000 and $150,000 . This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary range. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Los Angeles will differ.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at.
Our Application Process
We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.
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