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Position overview

Confidential Client is hiring for entry-level (Associate Engineer) and early-career (Engineer) full-time roles supporting Inverter-Based Resources (IBR) Site Inspection and Power Quality programs within the Electric Transmission Quality Assurance (ETQA) area. You'll perform field inspections, configuration verification, power quality monitoring, data collection, and documentation for transmission-connected IBR facilities (solar, wind, BESS, and other inverter-based technologies). Work includes coordinating with engineering, field, operations, and projects teams to identify and resolve configuration or performance discrepancies.

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Primary Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of transmission-connected Inverter-Based Resource (IBR) sites (solar, wind, battery energy storage systems, etc.).
• Verify installed equipment, inverter and Power Plant Controller (PPC) settings, firmware/software versions, and other field conditions against approved engineering documentation, specifications, and requirements.
• Execute design-to-field and documentation-to-field comparisons to identify discrepancies between records and actual installations.
• Capture inspection evidence (observations, photos, configuration details) and document findings in program-standard reports and records.
• Research discrepancies and coordinate with engineering, project, field, and other stakeholders to support technical evaluation and corrective actions.
• Support IBR commissioning and interconnection activities, including field verification and Enter Service Commissioning (ESC) readiness checks.
• Plan, deploy, configure, operate, and remove portable power quality monitoring equipment for pre- and post-generation monitoring.
• Review collected monitoring data, prepare monitoring records and reports, and provide technical input for power quality investigations.
• Maintain organized, traceable inspection, monitoring, and configuration records to support asset configuration management.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of IBR inspection and power quality processes to align with industry practices and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Required knowledge, skills & experience

Note: two level bands may be filled based on experience — Associate Engineer (0–2+ years) or Engineer (2+ years).

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required (preferred: Electrical Engineering).
• Solid understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply them to field verification and troubleshooting.
• Experience or familiarity with inverter systems, power plant controllers (PPC), and power quality monitoring preferred.
• Strong analytical, technical problem-solving, and data manipulation skills.
• Proficient with common computer applications used for data collection and reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to produce clear inspection and monitoring records.
• Ability to work independently in the field and collaboratively with engineering, operations, and project teams.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a company vehicle following all laws and safety policies.
• Demonstrated planning, organization, and project-management skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations, technical studies, and industry practices relevant to transmission-connected resources.

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Education & placement criteria

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Preferred discipline: Electrical Engineering.
• For placement at the Engineer level, candidates must meet one of the education/licensure pathways described by the hiring organization (ABET-accredited degree, Washington Accord equivalency, postgraduate engineering degree plus specific undergraduate conditions, or a current/previous U.S. Professional Engineer license).
• Candidates graduating by May 2027 may be considered.

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Working conditions & travel

• Field work and outdoor inspections (up to ~26–50% outdoors; office work ~51–75%).
• Conditions may include confined spaces, dust/grease/oil, fumes, loud noise, cold, heat, and exposure to energized equipment (varied up to ~50%).
• Travel to field sites ~26–50%.

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Compensation & benefits

• Expected hiring base salary range (anticipated hiring ranges):
  • Associate Engineer: $73,200 - $95,000 per year
  • Engineer: $81,900 - $106,400 per year
• Actual offer may vary based on qualifications, experience, and work location.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plans (401k), paid time off, holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, disability, and other standard employer-sponsored benefits. Specific benefit details are provided by the hiring organization.

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Why this role

• Hands-on field work supporting the clean-energy transition and transmission reliability.
• Opportunity to work across engineering, operations, and project teams — strong path for career growth in transmission quality assurance and grid interconnection engineering.
• Appropriate for recent graduates and early-career engineers seeking experience with IBR commissioning, power quality monitoring, and asset configuration management.

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Compliance & candidate notes

• This position is advertised for candidates authorized to work in the United States. Confidential Client will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws in its hiring decisions.
• Export-control considerations: Certain roles may involve access to information or technology subject to U.S. export controls; compliance may limit consideration of some applicants.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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