What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Electrical Engineer position at DNV?
About Us
We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.
As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.
About The Role
Join one of the world’s leading renewable energy consulting firms, dedicated to advancing a just energy transition and mitigating climate change!
Within DNV’s Renewables and Power Grids group and organizational culture, how we collectively influence the world for future generations matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our Customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world.
DNV Energy’s Electrical Engineering team is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to help shape the direction and application of the services provided by our Renewables and Power Grids group by contributing to high-impact renewable energy and energy transition projects.
You will work alongside a team of seasoned experts delivering technical due diligence and advisory support across Independent Engineering (debt and tax equity), Markets & Acquisitions (M&A), Owner’s Engineering, and Electrical Engineering consulting engagements in the North American market and beyond.
In this role, you will apply your expertise in power systems, electronics, controls, and instrumentation to support project design, development, and construction. You will contribute to a dynamic, high performing team by driving innovation, delivering customer value, fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and identifying opportunities for team growth and improvement.
This position can be located in our Austin, TX; Houston, TX; Medford, MA; Oakland, CA; San Diego, CA; Portland, OR; and Seattle, WA offices, presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process. Other DNV offices may also be considered.
What You’ll Do
DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
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About You
What is Required
We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.
As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.
About The Role
Join one of the world’s leading renewable energy consulting firms, dedicated to advancing a just energy transition and mitigating climate change!
Within DNV’s Renewables and Power Grids group and organizational culture, how we collectively influence the world for future generations matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to increase the widespread deployment and operation of renewables to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our Customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world.
DNV Energy’s Electrical Engineering team is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to help shape the direction and application of the services provided by our Renewables and Power Grids group by contributing to high-impact renewable energy and energy transition projects.
You will work alongside a team of seasoned experts delivering technical due diligence and advisory support across Independent Engineering (debt and tax equity), Markets & Acquisitions (M&A), Owner’s Engineering, and Electrical Engineering consulting engagements in the North American market and beyond.
In this role, you will apply your expertise in power systems, electronics, controls, and instrumentation to support project design, development, and construction. You will contribute to a dynamic, high performing team by driving innovation, delivering customer value, fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and identifying opportunities for team growth and improvement.
This position can be located in our Austin, TX; Houston, TX; Medford, MA; Oakland, CA; San Diego, CA; Portland, OR; and Seattle, WA offices, presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process. Other DNV offices may also be considered.
What You’ll Do
- Depending on your skills and interests, you’ll contribute to a wide range of technical and strategic initiatives, which include:
- Act and lead as a collaborative Electrical Engineering subject matter expert across projects
- Author and review technical reports cross organizationally with internal teams (Independent Engineering, M&A Advisory, Owner’s Engineering)
- Critically assess transmission, substation, and collection system designs, with a focus on safety, cost, and functionality
- Lead proposal development and manage small to medium-sized consulting projects
- Drive business development by identifying client needs, shape service offerings, and cultivate long-term relationships with key accounts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, prototype, and deploy AI-powered tools that support engineering analysis, automation, and decision-making
- Contribute to market positioning and thought leadership (committees, conferences, webinars, whitepapers, blog posts)
- Review electrical designs and associated studies for solar, onshore/offshore wind, high-voltage substations, and other electric system components
- Perform or review power system studies (grounding, reactive power, cable ampacity, collection system design)
- Provide guidance and training in electrical commissioning, safety, and procedures
- Participate in field and analytical work across the full spectrum of electric power systems, with frequent interaction with turbine, solar, energy analysis, environmental, and civil engineering experts
- Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
- Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
- Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
- Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
- 401(k) with company match
- Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
- Education reimbursement program
- Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
- Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
- Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
- Career advancement opportunities
- Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**
DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
For More Information
https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal
About You
What is Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
- 7 years’ relevant experience in renewable energy projects (for example: wind, solar, battery, hydrogen, and/or power electronics)
- Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE or PEng)
- Knowledge of IEEE, IEC, NEC, and CIGRE standards and guidelines
- Experience in electrical system design and construction (distribution, substation, generation) and electrical system studies/modelling
- Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or other platforms used in engineering analytics , complemented with AI accelerators
- Strong oral and written communication skills in the English language
- We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from accredited university
- Knowledge of protection, controls, and SCADA systems
- Knowledge of bulk electric system operations, reliability standards, and regulations
- Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for AI, machine learning, and digital tools that enhance engineering workflows and decision-making
- Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, and timely delivery of engineering consulting projects
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage client-facing engagements
- A valid Drivers License
- Willingness to travel 25% domestically (more if desired)
- Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position**
Salary : $115,000 - $165,000