Associate Engineer I

New Jersey Resources is a Fortune 1000 diversified energy company focused on pursuing a reliable and sustainable energy future. The Associate Engineer I will assist with reviewing electrical design drawings for renewable energy projects, develop specifications, and provide oversight during construction and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Review and provide feedback on electrical design and vendor equipment drawings, including array layouts, site electrical distribution plan, one-lines, and grounding drawings
• Review and provide comments for the electrical calculations including short circuit, cable and conduit sizing, grounding, voltage drop, incident energy, and relay coordination
• Conduct field inspections, which require the interpretation and implementation of contract specifications and drawings; report any deficiencies
• Attend factory witness testing for electrical equipment
• Support commissioning and testing program for new commercial solar projects

Skills

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical, electrical, or civil preferred)
• 0-2 years of experience with an engineering design firm or construction management firm with an emphasis on renewable energy projects and electrical power system design
• Experience with the National Electrical Code and electrical standards
• Proficiency with MS Office and strong communication skills
• Ability to scale NJRCEV assets is necessary and access rooftops
• Travel required - 25% - 35%
• Solar array design experience is preferred
• Experience in commercial solar projects is plus
• Knowledge of electrical equipment, including medium voltage switchgear, generators, inverters and transformers preferred
• AutoCAD and PVSyst software experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage from day 1
• 401k vesting immediate
• Employee insurance and medical plans, including prescription, vision and dental benefits
• 401(k) program with generous company match
• Company stock purchase plan
• Wellness programs, including free on and off-site fitness centers
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid time off including paid holidays

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