Renewable Energy Systems Engineer at WSP

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

111650.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

AutoCAD, Matlab, PVcase, PVsyst, PVFARM, Storlytics, NREL SAM, Solar PV Systems, Battery Energy Storage, Site Assessments, Shading Analysis, Energy Yield Simulations, Financial Modeling, Project Management, Communication Skills, Safety Compliance

Industry

Professional Services

Description

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a detail-oriented and experienced Renewable Energy Systems Engineer to join our Power & Energy team in Houston, TX. The following locations will also be considered: Austin, TX, Denver, CO, Irvine, CA and Los Angeles, CA. This person will support the design, modeling, and optimization of utility-scale, commercial, and microgrid energy projects. The ideal candidate will be proficient in industry-standard tools like AutoCAD, Matlab, PVcase, PVsyst, PVFARM, Storlytics, and NREL’s System Advisor Model (SAM), and will play a critical role in the technical development of solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects from feasibility through execution. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help. With over 73,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide, we collaborate daily to create positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. In the U.S, WSP was recognized on TIME’s list of the world’s best companies and Fortune’s Change the World list. As part of our team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe. Your Impact Design and model solar PV systems for utility-scale, commercial, and microgrid applications using PVsyst, PVcase, PVFARM, and AutoCAD. Perform layout optimization, shading analysis, energy yield simulations, and loss assessments. Use NREL’s SAM for financial modeling, performance forecasting, and system cost-benefit analysis. Conduct site assessments, review topographical data, and analyze meteorological datasets (e.g., TMY, DNI, GHI). Design and optimize BESS layouts. Perform degradation calculations, create augmentation schedules to meet project requirements. Work closely with OEMs in the industry and ensure internal system design practices are adapting to new equipment ratings and design changes. Develop revenue forecasting models for hybrid energy systems Develop and maintain bill of materials (BOM), schematics, and as-built drawings. Coordinate with interconnection, electrical, civil, and structural teams to ensure complete system integration. Collaborate with project managers, EPC partners, and other stakeholders to ensure design quality and technical compliance. Stay current on codes and standards (e.g., NEC, UL, IEEE, IEC) relevant to solar system design. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 1+ years of experience in solar PV and battery energy storage system design, preferably across utility, commercial, and microgrid scales. Proficient in AutoCAD, PVcase, PVsyst, and NREL SAM. Strong understanding of PV system components, design standards, and layout strategies. Ability to read and produce engineering drawings, one-line diagrams, and site plans. Solid knowledge of PV technologies, racking systems, and BOS (balance of system) components. Experience with dispatch modeling and revenue optimization of BESS systems in various ISO’s (ERCOT, CAISO, PJM etc) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working on PV + storage systems or hybrid renewable microgrids. Familiarity with civil/site constraints, interconnection guidelines, and permitting processes. Exposure to Helioscope, PlantPredict, or similar modeling tools is a plus. Knowledge of optimization techniques, economic dispatch, or grid service monetization. EIT, PE license, or NABCEP certification is desirable but not required. WSP Benefits: WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings. Compensation: Expected Salary (all locations): $67,600- $111,650 WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. Expected Salary (Colorado only): $67,600 - $104,720 WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. #LI-PR1 About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

Responsibilities

The Renewable Energy Systems Engineer will design and model solar PV systems for various applications and perform layout optimization and energy yield simulations. They will also collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure design quality and technical compliance.