<p style="text-align:left;"><b>ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p>ACCIONA Energía is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the design, engineering, and commissioning of utility-scale photovoltaic and wind energy facilities. This role focuses primarily on Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) electrical systems, including collection systems, feeders, grounding systems, electrical equipment, and associated balance-of-plant systems. The Electrical Engineer II will provide technical expertise throughout project development, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and energization. The role works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure engineering deliverables meet technical, safety, quality, schedule, and project requirements.<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Job Description</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><p><b><span>Key Responsibilities:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Review and<span> </span></span><span>optimize</span><span><span> </span>electrical designs for utility-scale wind and PV projects,<span> </span></span><span>focus</span><span>ing on</span><span><span> </span>LV/MV collection systems, feeders, grounding, substations, and electrical BOP systems.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Perform and review electrical studies, including load flow, short-circuit, arc-flash, protection coordination, cable ampacity, voltage drop, and grounding.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develop and<span> </span></span><span>maintain</span><span><span> </span>electrical design criteria, specifications, and technical requirements<span> </span></span><span>in accordance with</span><span><span> </span>company standards, NEC, IEEE, NESC, UL, and utility requirements.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Evaluate and select major electrical equipment and materials, including MV switchgear, transformers, cables, reclosers, auxiliary transformers, and other electrical BOP equipment; perform technical bid evaluations and review vendor submittals.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Provide technical support across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and O&amp;M, coordinating with contractors, OEMs, suppliers, and internal teams to resolve electrical issues, track deliverables, and support project execution.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Support construction, testing, commissioning,<span> </span></span><span>backfeed</span><span>, first energization, and facility startup, including equipment inspection and on-site engineering support.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Support Safety in Design, QA/QC, Non-Conformity, and quality activities and ensure engineering work complies with applicable standards, regulations, and safety requirements.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Perform other responsibilities as assigned.</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Required Skills and Competencies</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><p><b><span>Qualifications:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering</span><span><span> </span>or<span> </span></span><span>a related</span><span><span> </span>engineering discipline<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>4</span><span>+</span><span><span> </span>years of relevant experience</span><span><span> </span></span><span>in<span> </span></span><span>utility</span><span><span> </span>or</span><span><span> </span>power plant design</span><span><span> </span>preferred; Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is a plus.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong knowledge of LV and MV electrical systems, electrical engineering principles, and</span><span><span> </span></span><span>industry standards.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, NESC, UL, and utility requirements preferred.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong analytical, problem-solving,</span><span><span> </span></span><span>organizational</span><span>, and safety</span><span><span> </span></span><span>skills, with the ability to<span> </span></span><span>effectively<span> </span></span><span>communicate<span> </span></span><span>complex<span> </span></span><span>technical<span> </span></span><span>concepts</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Proficiency</span><span><span> </span>with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Fluency in Spanish is a plus.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Pay &amp; Benefits:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Base Pay: $95,000 to $115,000 (based on experience, education, and skillset).</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>10% Annual Performance Bonus (based on individual performance and company metrics).</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Benefits after 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and other optional plans.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>15 days of PTO (with 1<span> </span></span><span>additional</span><span><span> </span>day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>$50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div></div><div><div><p><b><span>Working Conditions:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Position is based in the Chicago office,<span> </span></span><span>with travel</span><span><span> </span></span><span>approximately 15-30</span><span>% of the time<span> </span></span><span>to<span> </span></span><span>domestic and international<span> </span></span><span>project<span> </span></span><span>sites as needed.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Project-site work may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, heavy equipment operations, uneven terrain, climbing structures, and elevated heights.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Job Location:</span></b><span> </span></p></div></div><div><p><span><span>55 E Monroe Street,</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Suite 2900</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Chicago, IL 60603</span></span></p></div><p></p><p>As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.</p>

<p class="break-words white-space-pre-wrap t-black--light text-body-medium">Leaders in developing regenerative infrastructure to design a better planet. Our offer covers the whole value chain, from design and construction to operation and maintenance. We develop our business activities based on the desire to contribute to economic and social development in the communities in which we operate. We execute our sustainability strategy through a Sustainability Master Plan, a road map containing all the initiatives of the Company in this field. Our aim is to lead the transition towards a low-carbon economy, bringing quality criteria and innovation processes to all projects in order to optimize the efficient use of resources and respect the environment. We have been a carbon neutral company since 2016, but we go further and want to create a positive impact, with people and the planet at the center.</p>

Electrical Engineer II

<p><b>ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.</b></p><p></p>ACCIONA Energía is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the design, engineering, and commissioning of utility-scale photovoltaic and wind energy facilities. This role focuses primarily on Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) electrical systems, including collection systems, feeders, grounding systems, electrical equipment, and associated balance-of-plant systems. The Electrical Engineer II will provide technical expertise throughout project development, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and energization. The role works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure engineering deliverables meet technical, safety, quality, schedule, and project requirements.<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job Description</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><p><b><span>Key Responsibilities:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Review and<span> </span></span><span>optimize</span><span><span> </span>electrical designs for utility-scale wind and PV projects,<span> </span></span><span>focus</span><span>ing on</span><span><span> </span>LV/MV collection systems, feeders, grounding, substations, and electrical BOP systems.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Perform and review electrical studies, including load flow, short-circuit, arc-flash, protection coordination, cable ampacity, voltage drop, and grounding.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develop and<span> </span></span><span>maintain</span><span><span> </span>electrical design criteria, specifications, and technical requirements<span> </span></span><span>in accordance with</span><span><span> </span>company standards, NEC, IEEE, NESC, UL, and utility requirements.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Evaluate and select major electrical equipment and materials, including MV switchgear, transformers, cables, reclosers, auxiliary transformers, and other electrical BOP equipment; perform technical bid evaluations and review vendor submittals.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Provide technical support across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and O&amp;M, coordinating with contractors, OEMs, suppliers, and internal teams to resolve electrical issues, track deliverables, and support project execution.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Support construction, testing, commissioning,<span> </span></span><span>backfeed</span><span>, first energization, and facility startup, including equipment inspection and on-site engineering support.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Support Safety in Design, QA/QC, Non-Conformity, and quality activities and ensure engineering work complies with applicable standards, regulations, and safety requirements.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Perform other responsibilities as assigned.</span></span></p></li></ul></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Required Skills and Competencies</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><p><b><span>Qualifications:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering</span><span><span> </span>or<span> </span></span><span>a related</span><span><span> </span>engineering discipline<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>4</span><span>+</span><span><span> </span>years of relevant experience</span><span><span> </span></span><span>in<span> </span></span><span>utility</span><span><span> </span>or</span><span><span> </span>power plant design</span><span><span> </span>preferred; Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is a plus.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong knowledge of LV and MV electrical systems, electrical engineering principles, and</span><span><span> </span></span><span>industry standards.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, NESC, UL, and utility requirements preferred.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong analytical, problem-solving,</span><span><span> </span></span><span>organizational</span><span>, and safety</span><span><span> </span></span><span>skills, with the ability to<span> </span></span><span>effectively<span> </span></span><span>communicate<span> </span></span><span>complex<span> </span></span><span>technical<span> </span></span><span>concepts</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Proficiency</span><span><span> </span>with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Fluency in Spanish is a plus.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Pay &amp; Benefits:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Base Pay: $95,000 to $115,000 (based on experience, education, and skillset).</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>10% Annual Performance Bonus (based on individual performance and company metrics).</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Benefits after 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and other optional plans.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>15 days of PTO (with 1<span> </span></span><span>additional</span><span><span> </span>day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>$50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div></div><div><div><p><b><span>Working Conditions:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Position is based in the Chicago office,<span> </span></span><span>with travel</span><span><span> </span></span><span>approximately 15-30</span><span>% of the time<span> </span></span><span>to<span> </span></span><span>domestic and international<span> </span></span><span>project<span> </span></span><span>sites as needed.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Project-site work may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, heavy equipment operations, uneven terrain, climbing structures, and elevated heights.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Job Location:</span></b><span> </span></p></div></div><div><p><span><span>55 E Monroe Street,</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Suite 2900</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Chicago, IL 60603</span></span></p></div><p></p><p>As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.</p>

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