Company Overview

NOMAD Transportable Power Systems, Inc. (NOMAD) is headquartered in Waterbury, Vermont. NOMAD is focused purely on mobile energy storage and has the first fully commercialized grid-scale mobile battery product line. NOMAD is targeting a wide range of markets, including utilities, EV charging, oil & gas applications, seasonal customers like ski resorts, rental markets, and hybrid systems coupled with gensets and renewables. NOMAD is uniquely able to provide energy storage where and when it’s needed using our proprietary / patent-pending technology. For more information, visit www.nomadpower.com.

Job Overview

The Electrical Engineer is part of the engineering team that delivers our custom engineered power solutions. The Electrical Engineer works with interdisciplinary teams to provide electrical designs for energy storage solutions. After the sales capture, the electrical engineer is an integral participant in the EPC (Engineer, Procure, and Construct) design and fulfillment process. The critical function of the electrical engineer is to provide both AC and DC electrical engineering solutions to the team.

Work is based out of our Waterbury, Vermont office (preferably). However, during system construction and integration, you may be required to travel outside of the office environment and help commission or troubleshoot a system in the field.

Responsibilities and Duties

Primary responsibilities include both AC and DC electrical designs and wiring schematics for NOMAD’s mobile energy storage systems. Other responsibilities include:

Support the team to develop proposed concepts and solutions to aid in the sales capture process
Upon contract award, assist the mechanical engineer(s) in preparing general arrangement (GA) designs for customer application
Upon contract award, develop single-line diagrams for customer specific applications
Prepare electrical engineering designs for fabrication of mobile power systems, including AC distribution, DC distribution, and electrical control circuits
Prepare electrical panel designs and review assembly drawings for in-house fabrication
Perform fault current analysis and arc flash hazard of system designs, including inrush mitigation, circuit protection scenarios (fuse and breaker selection, coordination), and supplemental grid parity solutions
Research and select electrical components to meet design requirements
Ensure compliance of design and products with applicable industry standards
Work with team to further develop product line and cost reduction strategy

Qualifications

The candidate should have had coursework in or be familiar with electrical engineering principles, including the use of software to effect designs. The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Must be a team player and self-starter
Excellent verbal and written communication
A degree in electrical engineering and 7+ years of experience
General understanding of renewable energy systems
General understanding of battery chemistry, including charging and discharging scenarios as well as C rate
Familiarity with 3-phase power systems and low voltage design concepts with an emphasis on electrical distribution and cable sizing/selection
Experience with power systems engineering a plus
Familiarity with National Electric Code (NEC)
Familiarity with Programmable Logic Controllers, SEL RTACs, protective relays, and power system control products
Familiarity with power system configuration/programming concepts
Familiarity with OSHA and/or utility safety culture desired, safety-minded
Experience with inverters and power conversion systems a plus
Experience with high voltage and high current DC systems a plus
Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, or schematics, or the ability to learn
Ability to read and interpret industry standards and codes such as NFPA 855 and UL 9540
Familiarity with office productivity software, including MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint
Familiarity with EPLAN design software

Physical Requirements

Ability to communicate orally with customers, vendors, and co-workers.
Hearing and vision within normal ranges, with or without corrective lenses or an assisted hearing device.
Good manual dexterity is required to use computers, mobile devices, and other productivity technologies.
Some heavy lifting is expected; occasional exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force may be required.

NOMAD is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.

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