Description

What We Do:

At Terabase Energy, we believe that digitalization and automation will drive the next wave of innovation and cost reduction in large scale solar. To fully unlock the potential of this opportunity, Terabase is developing an interconnected software and construction automation platform. We work alongside project developers, owners, and engineering & construction firms to support the design, optimization, and construction of huge solar projects around the world. Our team is a blend of solar-industry veterans and newbies, thought-leaders, dreamers, software, electrical and mechanical engineers, coders, product managers, project managers, and sales and marketing professionals. We are based in Northern California, with several other offices in the United States and around the world. If all of this piques your interest, we’d love to hear from you!

About Us 

Terabase Energy, Inc. is a Berkeley, CA-based venture backed startup that was founded by solar industry veterans as a result of a technology spinout from SunPower Corporation in 2019. Our mission is to accelerate the renewable energy transition by reducing soft costs and improving efficiency in the development, procurement and construction of large renewable energy projects. We serve our global clients using technology we develop and are already working on some of the largest and most impactful solar powerplant projects in the world.

The Role 

The Electrical Engineer will be working with the Controls and Mechanical Engineering teams on prototyping and perfecting solar construction automation equipment from scratch.

• Take part in equipment conceptual development and balance product specifications, requirements, complexity, cost, and lead-time. 

• Design and implement electrical schematics per national standards (UL508A, NFPA79, NFPA70/NEC, etc.) 

• Design and implement and control reliable safety systems for manufacturing equipment as per national standards (ANSI, ISO, etc.) 

• Select and size electrical components and power distribution panels 

• Create manufacturing drawings and installation/user documentation 

• Oversee electrical cabinet builds, inspection, and field wiring 

• Build Terabase electrical specifications and standards as well as enforcement thereof 

• Develop and manage suppliers for all development phases including specification, design, acceptance, and installation of electrical equipment and cabinets 

• Develop and maintain proper documentation for all electrical equipment and associated usage procedures. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering 

• At least 4 years of relevant professional experience designing electrical systems and schematics in industrial settings 

• Ability to communicate with team members and business partners effectively 

• Approach each day with a sense of urgency 

• Hands on experience working on industrial automation equipment 

• In-depth knowledge of electrical design compliancy for different regions including national standards (UL508A, NFPA79, NFPA 70/NEC, etc.) 

• In depth knowledge of designing electrical & power distribution systems in AutoCAD or EPLAN

• Proficiency in field network topology, both theory and practical applications 

• Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD and servo systems 

• Experience creating and maintaining project documentation, EPLAN projects, drawings, inspections, permits, etc. 

• Travel, 20-30% 

What We Offer

• Generous time off and holiday policy
• Remote flexibility
• Flexible time off
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career progression
• 401k match
• Stock options
• Home office set up allowance
• And much more

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• Professional Engineering License
• 10 years of experience in the design of electric power systems
• 5 years of experience in the design and/or construction of large-scale renewable systems, large commercial PV systems or grid-tied BESS energy storage systems
• Strong understanding of inverter capabilities and design considerations including MPPT, short circuit characteristics, frequency and voltage ride through, anti-islanding, reactive power capabilities and control and insulation monitoring
• Strong understanding of solar photovoltaic module technologies and performance characteristics
• Experience in performance modeling for renewable systems using PVsyst, SAM, Plant Predict or similar
• Experience performing power system studies including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, protection coordination using ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or similar
• Experience in preparing electrical design drawings in CAD
• Strong understanding of the NEC and relevant IEEE standards
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with remote teams and clients
• Strong MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) skills
• Willingness to travel to project sites and for customer meetings (when travel is possible and safe)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an engineering or technical discipline
• Experience in performing or reviewing ground grid studies, harmonic studies, lightning protection studies and dynamic transient stability studies
• Experience with high voltage facilities including substations and transmission lines
• Experience with AC or DC-coupled energy storage for large-scale renewables
• Working knowledge of the NESC and NFPA 70E
• Familiarity with the design of large-scale renewable systems outside of the US, including with applicable IEC standards
• Familiarity with communications systems and protocols associated with plant SCADA and meteorological data systems
• Familiarity with floating solar PV systems
• Experience with a technical programming language such as Python or Matlab