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Job Description: About Walbec Group Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar , Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering. With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.  The Position: The Staff Engineer – Electrical will work with a project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to design requirements, site constraints and client preferences. Payne & Dolan is looking for a self-motivated, results-oriented, problem-solver who has a desire to be part of our growing engineering design group. Responsibilities to include: Perform electrical design of utility-scale solar projects from the conceptual phase through design completion. This includes collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to develop equipment layouts, one-line diagrams, cable routing, communications systems design, grounding design, equipment selection, and equipment specifications. Perform electrical system modeling in ETAP to evaluate cable ampacity, voltage drop, ground potential rise, and thermal performance. Develop comprehensive electrical engineering reports, including short‑circuit studies, load‑flow analyses, arc‑flash hazard assessments, and ground grid evaluations. Create, modify and review PV electric supply stations using PVsyst and System Advisor Model. Create, modify and review electrical drawings and construction details using AutoCAD Perform engineering and design functions as necessary to meet project schedules Perform site reviews and construction site visits Perform other related duties as required and assigned Requirements : Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Systems Valid Driver s License and satisfactory driving record Must be a reliable, efficient self-starter with initiative and a sense of responsibility Preferred Qualifications Prior internship experience desired Prior AutoCAD and ETAP experience desired Working knowledge of electrical components including: PV modules, inverters, transformers, surge arresters, and circuit breakers. Familiarity with electrical engineering standards/codes including: NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IEC, UL, NESC. Ability to communicate with others to convey information effectively, by telephone, in written form, email and in person Ability to keep accurate and detailed records or notes The Benefits: Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards Employer Paid M edical P lan with H R A contribution ( eligibility requirements ) Dental, Vision, and L ife I nsurance Flex Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Company-paid s hort and long-term disability coverage Paid parental leave Generous PTO and paid holidays Profit sharing Robust Walbec training and professional development program Ongoing career growth opportunities We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!

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The Staff Engineer – Electrical will work with a project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to design requirements, site constraints and client preferences.
Payne & Dolan is looking for a self-motivated, results-oriented, problem-solver who has a desire to be part of our growing engineering design group. Responsibilities to include:
Create, modify and review PV electric supply stations using PVsyst and System Advisor Model.
Create, modify and review electrical drawings and construction details using AutoCAD
Perform engineering and design functions as necessary to meet project schedules
Perform site reviews and construction site visits
Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Systems
Valid Driver s License and satisfactory driving record
Must be a reliable, efficient self-starter with initiative and a sense of responsibility
Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards
Employer Paid M edical P lan with H R A contribution ( eligibility requirements )
Dental, Vision, and L ife I nsurance
Flex Spending Account (FSA)
Company-paid s hort and long-term disability coverage
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Profit sharing
Robust Walbec training and professional development program

Nice-to-haves

Prior internship experience desired
Prior AutoCAD and ETAP experience desired
Working knowledge of electrical components including: PV modules, inverters, transformers, surge arresters, and circuit breakers.
Familiarity with electrical engineering standards/codes including: NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IEC, UL, NESC.
Ability to communicate with others to convey information effectively, by telephone, in written form, email and in person
Ability to keep accurate and detailed records or notes

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Dental

Vision

Pto

Parental Leave

Professional Development