{"id":1183202,"url":"https://alion.io/job/rwe-engineer-ii-electrical-bop","title":"Engineer II, Electrical BoP","company":{"id":45975,"name":"RWE","domain":"rwe.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/rwe","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"middle","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["Austin, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":110000,"max":120000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":120000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":true,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":true},{"name":"Outlook","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-18T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-18","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T23:46:53Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":8,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":8},"description":"RWE Americas, LLC\nTo start as soon as possible, full time, permanent\nFunctional area: Engineering\nRemuneration: Non-Exempt\nThis role supports RWE Americas' renewable generation assets by focusing specifically on balance of plant (BOP) equipment and systems. The Electrical BOP team provides engineering expertise for a wide range of BOP components, such as transformers, cables, dynamic and static reactive power devices, substations, relays, breakers, and power plant controllers. By collaborating closely with teams in Operations, Asset Management, Compliance, and Development/Construction, the Electrical BOP team helps ensure that current and future generating assets consistently operate at their best.\nWe are seeking a mid-level Engineer II, Electrical BoPEngineer with approximately 3 years of experience supporting electrical power systems in utility, generation, industrial, or consulting environments. The ideal candidate will have experience with substation and/or Balance of Plant (BOP) systems, be proficient in interpreting single-line and three-line diagrams, and possess a working knowledge of protective relaying, device coordination, short circuit analysis, and arc flash hazard studies. Responsibilities include supporting engineering studies, reviewing system documentation, providing technical support for NERC standards such as PRC-019 and PRC-024, and conducting power system analyses to support reliability and compliance objectives. The successful candidate will be a versatile engineer with strong technical aptitude, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.\nRole Responsibilities:\nPerform and review short-circuit studies and arc flash hazard analyses for electrical systems\nRecommend mitigation strategies to reduce incident energy levels\nPrepare technical documentation, including one-line diagrams, protective device coordination, and arc flash labeling\nDevelop and maintain accurate electrical system models using ETAP\nCollaborate with project teams and clients to gather system data and validate inputs.\nProvide technical support for NERC standards (i.e., PRC-019, PRC-024, etc.) and, where possible, conduct studies to meet NERC compliance\nCollaborate with internal stakeholders to streamline processes, procedures, and methodologies associated with power system studies\nEnsure compliance with all relevant codes and standards, including: NFPA 70E - Electrical Safety in the Workplace\nIEEE 1584 - Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations\nOSHA 29 CFR 1910 - Electrical Safety Regulations\nNEC (NFPA 70) - National Electrical Code\n\nJob Requirements and Experiences:\nMaster or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or Physics\nEngineer in Training (EIT) preferred, and working towards a Professional Engineer (PE) certificate\nA minimum of 3 years in power systems engineering with experience working on short-circuit and arc flash studies\nA minimum of 3 years of professional experience with operating and analyzing high voltage power systems equipment\nA minimum of 3 years of professional experience applicable to electric power generation, generation management, and automatic generation control.\nDetailed knowledge of power generation and distribution equipment, transformers, switchgear, transmission feeders, substations, and renewable energy\nKnowledge of Codes and Standards: NFPA 70E, IEEE 1584, NEC, NESC, OSHA regulations.\nStrong understanding of protective device coordination and relay settings\nFamiliarity with the North American Electrical Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards\nFamiliarity with industry modeling software such as PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, TSAT, and ETAP (a plus) \nAbility and willingness to travel to and from job sites as assigned \nStrong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships\nDemonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space\nExcellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams\nStrong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines\nStrong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables\nAbility to multi-task while working independently and as part of a team\nMotivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities\nProven experience utilizing AI and other automation skills to optimize and organize work practices\nProven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds\nResponds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable\nIs detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts\nWork Environment:\nThis position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE America’s offices and field locations. The employee must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time.\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.\nPay range: The annual base salary range for this position in California and Illinois is $110,000 - $120,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.\nBenefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.\nApply with just a few clicks: ad code 93351\nAny questions? Contact \nWe look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.\nRWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.\nAt RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. 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