Job Description

About the Company

Syncarpha Capital is looking to hire a person to join their engineering team who is first and foremost passionate about their career and who strives to achieve the most positive outcomes for all. The person we are seeking loves challenges, is problem solving oriented, sees the benefits of strong mentoring, thinks outside the box, is very computer savvy and will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.

Syncarpha Capital is a New York based private equity firm with a “green” conscience, dedicated to developing, owning and operating solar photovoltaic (“PV”) and energy storage systems throughout the United States. The firm is focused on breaking down barriers to deliver a sustainable, clean energy future for the communities we serve.

By joining Syncarpha, you will not only be working with a driven Senior Management team who are highly tenured, but you will also have the opportunity to be mentored by some of the most experienced people in the business. The team also consists of vibrant thinkers, who create an alive social environment where people really enjoy coming to work.

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Electrical Engineer

We are looking for an exceptional and entrepreneurial individual experienced in solar PV and energy storage system design, constructability and interconnection for the position of Electrical Engineer. This person will report to the Vice President of Engineering and Construction and will play a key role in the design and interconnection of commercial and utility scale solar PV and energy storage systems.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct technical due diligence on utility transmission and distribution system infrastructure to assess technical and financial feasibility/risk to interconnecting projects.
• Work with the Development team to prepare single line diagrams and utility interconnection applications for commercial scale solar PV & energy storage projects in the US.
• Quickly address any deficiencies and propose solutions to comments/issues identified by the utility in the interconnection study phase.
• Review utility system impact studies and interconnection agreements for technical, financial and production related risks to interconnecting a project.
• Coordinate and manage solar PV and energy storage system design, constructability and interconnection.
• Prepare major electrical equipment specifications, review quotes and shop drawings, and manage the procurement of long lead electrical equipment.
• Manage 3rd party engineering firms and contractors during the project design phase to timely complete Issue for Construction drawing sets.
• Review design drawings and specifications to ensure designs are code compliant, meet interconnection requirements and meet Syncarpha’s design standards. Take action to assist and resolve issues.
• Perform constructability reviews to ensure designs cost effectively maximize production.
• Support the project team during planning, design, construction, installation and commissioning of solar PV and energy storage projects.
• Conduct site visits as required during construction for workmanship, code compliance and best practices.
• Manage and update internal reporting tools summarizing key project design information (e.g. project size and yield).

Desired Skills and Experience Requirements:

• You have a BS in electrical engineering or another related discipline.
• You have 3-6 years of experience in designing commercial and utility scale solar PV and energy storage systems.
• You have a deep knowledge of the National Electric Code as applicable to solar PV and energy storage systems.
• You are someone who works effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• You ask questions if there is something you do not entirely understand.
• You are decisive and work well under pressure, particularly when faced with unexpected challenges.
• You thrive in environments with tight deadlines and multiple tasks occurring at the same time.
• You have excellent communication skills and are able to write and communicate effectively among construction, technical and non-technical personnel, both internal and external to the company.
• You are proficient in AutoCAD, PVSyst, SmartSheet, Microsoft Project, Word, Excel and other Microsoft programs.

Bonus:

• Experience within an MEP firm
• Experience in solar design within an EPC firm
• Expertise in utility distribution and/or transmission systems
• Energy storage system design and integration experience
• Electrical PE license in MA, ME and/or NJ or the ability to apply for such licenses

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