Lead Electrical Engineer

Lead Electrical EngineerWestwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support our Power Division. The position is for a lead 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 the client and internal leader for the electrical engineering of projects. As Lead Electrical Engineer the individual will coordinate with the Westwood Service Leaders and Director, of Electrical Engineering to maintain firm standards and consistency as well as oversee other electrical designers. This position may also include supervision responsibilities of direct reports for timesheet/expense/PTO approval, annual growth planning, disciplinary actions, and compensation annual adjustments.RequirementsManage the electrical engineering of commercial and utility scale solar projects and be responsible managing the electrical design budget for the project to insure budgets are metResponsible 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 metAssist project managers in responding to RFP's by preparing proposal scope and fees for the electrical engineeringCoordinate with other project disciplines including civil engineers, geotechnical/structural engineers, and surveyorsSchedule and plan necessary resources needed to support projects weeklyPerform and Lead Electrical Engineering design and creation of construction documents for projects as well as be the primary electrical contact for clientOversee project electrical team resources and be responsible for staff 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 on projects for which you are the lead electrical engineer responsible for the projectMaintain 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 reviewAssist Market Directors as needed for marketing efforts and creation of marketing materials surrounding electrical engineering workSupervise, train, and/or mentor graduate engineers, staff 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 4-10 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 specificationsProficiency with Microsoft Office productsProfessional appearance with excellent written and verbal communications skills, including ability to write detailed technical reports with minimal oversiteExperience with writing proposals, managing project budgets, invoices and change order process, progress reports, managing project data and communicating project requirements to client and 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 without supervisionAbility to use AutoCAD in a limited capacityFor Preferred Consideration (Not Required):Experience and knowledge of overall design and construction of utility scale PV and/or wind plants.NABCEP CertificationProficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3DElectrical PE License or ability to be licensed in multiple statesExperience with energy storage systems (battery, flywheel, or capacitor)Proficiency 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 PVsyst, Helioscope, SAM, or other PV production modeling softwareExperience with Helios 3D. PVcase, RatedPower, SolarFarmer, or other PV site layout softwareExperience 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.