Senior Engineer, High Voltage Development

Company: AES Corporation
Location: San Diego
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.We are currently looking for a dynamic Senior High Voltage Development Engineer to join the team that oversees the regional responsibilities of our project development pipeline. This position will require an individual that can competently manage competing priorities, navigate between early stage conceptual and more "refined" design, and adaptably demonstrate technical tasks with a strong focus on understanding grid integration requirements for renewables. This is a solid opportunity for an engineer that not only is proficient on the technical engineering aspects but enjoys building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, consultants, and Power Utilities.The role will be a part of the High Voltage Engineering team that delivers pre-construction development engineering and construction/commissioning execution engineering for High Voltage facilities associated with renewable energy power plants. Voltage ranges from 35kV up to 500kV. As a part of AES Clean Energy, the role will play a part in the major growth in the renewable energy sector from greenfield development, large portfolio acquisition and multi-resource generation projects. The High Voltage Development Engineering team is looking to grow its core group of highly resourceful and regionally dedicated engineers as AES Clean Energy enters new markets and innovates on a large scale of energy production.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for early stage/conceptual pre-construction and construction phase design and engineering activities for Solar, Wind, and BESS collector high voltage substations and Generation Tie Lines (35kV to 500kV).
• Relating to conceptual designs for preliminary permitting and estimating
• Develop scope of work documents for regional renewable projects based on AES engineering standards and following utility requirements
• Manage consultants of 30% design packages for collector substations and transmission facilities.
• Raise possibility of completing in-house with design team.
• De-risk project pipeline, including M&A portfolios, by performing technical due diligence and coordination with other internal departments.
• Support cost estimating efforts for High Voltage facilities, including BOM review and substation expansions.
• Establish and maintain relationships with High Voltage specialist consulting firms.
• Review Substation EPC bid designs for compliance with interconnection agreement requirements, applicable reliability standards, following scope documents, and meeting AES standards etc.
• Provide design review and advise on any issues that appear technically incorrect or inconsistent with project documentation and contractual exhibits.
• Direct coordination with interconnection providers (CAISO, PJM, NYISO, MISO, ERCOT, WECC, SERC, NEISO) to design collector substations and account for new switchyards per Transmission Provider requirements.
• Work with a project team including real estate, permitting, interconnection, legal, finance, PV Development engineering, pre-construction and construction.
• Travel and field work 25%.Minimum Qualifications
  • B.S. Electrical Engineering or similar with emphasis on Power Systems.
  • 7+ years of High Voltage design experience.
  • Excellent understanding of project management standard methodologies.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions among HV EPCs, Power Utilities, and internal collaborators.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks.
  • Able to bridge the gap between the technical and non-technical in a fast paced environmentDesired Skills and Experience
    • PE Licensure.
    • Experience on ETAP similar electrical modeling software.
    • Experience on Relay and SCADA controls and architecture.
    • Experience in PLS-Cadd
    • PMP Certificate
    • Experience in training and mentoring other engineersAES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $105.000 and $131.750/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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