Senior Electrical Engineer

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. We are a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, advancing safety and performance, setting industry benchmarks, and inspiring and inventing solutions to tackle global transformations.

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, contribute to high-impact renewable energy and energy transition projects as a Senior Electrical Engineer. You will work with a team of seasoned experts delivering technical due diligence and advisory support across Independent Engineering, Markets & Acquisitions, Owner’s Engineering, and Electrical Engineering consulting engagements in the North American market and beyond.

You will apply your expertise in power systems, electronics, controls, and instrumentation to support project design, development, and construction, driving innovation and delivering customer value.

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 typically spend three days per week working from an office or client site. Other DNV offices may also be considered.

• Act and lead as a collaborative Electrical Engineering subject matter expert across projects
• Author and review technical reports cross-organizationally (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, shaping service offerings, and cultivating 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 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 collaboration from turbine, solar, environmental, and civil engineering experts

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, holidays, personal days)
• Medical and Dental benefit plans, Vision benefits
• Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
• Employer-paid virtual care services through Talkspace
• 401(k) with company match
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
• 7+ years of relevant experience in renewable energy projects (e.g., wind, solar, battery, hydrogen, and/or power electronics)
• Professional Engineer (PE or PEng) licensure
• 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 engineering analytics tools, complemented with AI accelerators
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English
• Pre-employment drug and background screening

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge of protection, controls, and SCADA systems
• Knowledge of bulk electric system operations, reliability standards, and regulations
• Interest in AI, machine learning, and digital tools that enhance engineering workflows
• Experience in project management (planning, budgeting, timely delivery) and leading multidisciplinary teams
• Valid Driver’s License
• Willingness to travel 25% domestically
• Immigration-related employment benefits (e.g., visa sponsorship) are not available for this position

What is Next

For more information about equal opportunity and accessibility, please refer to our EEOC information and web resources in the job listing.