Electrical Project EngineerWestwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to support our Power Division. The position is for an electrical engineer to design solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, which includes plant layout, selecting appropriate system hardware, system optimization, determining power generation and interconnection requirements, and being a leader portions of the electrical engineering of projects. As an Electrical Project Engineer the individual will coordinate with the Project Lead, and Senior Engineers, to maintain firm standards and consistency as well as oversee junior engineers, electrical designers, and drafters on the project. This position may also include supervision responsibilities of an intern and/or new grad for timesheet/expense/PTO approval, annual growth planning, and disciplinary actionsRequirementsLead electrical engineering portions of commercial and utility scale solarResponsible for contractual electrical engineering scope, verify incorporation into design, and coordination of change orders with project managerResponsible for insuring project deliverable schedules for electrical engineering scope are metCoordinate with other project disciplines including civil engineers, geotechnical/structural engineers, and surveyorsPerform electrical engineering design and creation of construction documents for projectsResponsible for performing electrical calculations and studies such as short circuit, load flow calculations and voltage drop.Coordinate with clients, utilities, and code enforcement officers.QA/QC of design work performed by interns, graduate engineers, and staff engineersMaintain awareness of currently available equipment and industry best practicesCollaborate with and support electrical engineering teams in other offices as projects and workload sharing between offices dictates.Support construction of the projects by responding to contractor and owner requests including RFIs and submittal reviewSupervise, train, and/or mentor interns, graduate engineers, and design techniciansSkills and Qualifications:Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Engineering ProgramKnowledge of NEC and NESCKnowledge and proficiency in the use of an electrical power system modeling program(s)Approximately 3-7 years of experience in the design of electrical distribution, generation, and or general electrical constructionWorking knowledge and ability to read and create construction drawings and specification packagesProficiency with Microsoft Office productsProfessional appearance with excellent written and verbal communications skills, including ability to write detailed technical reports with minimal oversiteExperience with progress reports, managing project data and communicating project requirements to internal stakeholders.Must have a strong work ethic along with a positive attitudeMust be a supportive team member, able to work in a collaborative environmentMust be self-motivated with an ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines with minimal supervisionAbility to use AutoCAD in at least a limited capacity For Preferred Consideration (Not Required):Experience and knowledge of overall design and construction of renewable power projectsExperience with EV ChargersExperience in lighting design and photometrics analysis using AGI32 or Visual LightingProficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3DElectrical PE License or ability to be licensed in the futureExperience with energy storage systems (battery, flywheel, or capacitor)Experience with ETAP, CYMCAP, WinIGS, and/or DigSilent, PowerFactory to model electrical power systems and perform load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, grounding, thermal, and protective device coordination studies and analysis.Experience with Homer Grid/Pro modeling softwareExperience with microgrid design, back-up reciprocating generator system design, or data center designExperience with PSS/E, PSCAD, EMTP, or similar software and performing transient/dynamic modeling and studies or power systemsAbout Westwood Professional Services, Inc.
(Westwood)At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth.
We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.Join us in creating a better world.In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms.
Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.