Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Engineer, Electrical Balance of System (EBOS)

Position Summary:

We are seeking highly experienced and knowledgeable Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the Electrical Balance of System (EBOS) components installed in utility-scale and commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. The ideal candidate will provide deep technical expertise in the design, engineering, and implementation of EBOS components, ensuring system performance, safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the technical authority for EBOS components including DC cabling / Harness, AC wiring, Combiner Boxes, Load Breaker Disconnects, Transformers, protection systems, grounding, and communication systems.

Lead and review EBOS designs for utility-scale solar PV systems.

Provide technical input during project planning, procurement, and construction phases.

Ensure EBOS components and designs comply with relevant codes (NEC, IEC, UL), safety standards, and utility requirements.

Support equipment selection, and vendor evaluation.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design engineers, procurement, project managers, and construction teams.

Provide troubleshooting support and root cause analysis for EBOS-related field issues.

Mentor and train junior engineers and staff on EBOS best practices.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Minimum 8–10 years of experience in solar PV systems, with a focus on EBOS design and implementation.

Proven expertise in utility-scale PV projects.

Deep knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E, UL, IEEE).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

NABCEP certification is a plus.

Familiarity with power system modeling tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, or similar) is a plus.

Working Conditions:

This position requires 20-50% travel

Denver or Dallas office location

Flexible work hours may be necessary to meet project deadlines.

Reporting to the Director of Design Engineering

Company Overview:

Premier PV is a leading manufacturer of solar electrical balance of systems solutions and renewable energy products, dedicated to advancing sustainable energy technologies. Our mission is to provide innovative, efficient, and reliable products that enhance solar energy systems.

Benefits & Compensation:

401K/ Employer match

Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

$145K–$210K annually, based on location, relevant experience, and qualifications

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement:

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.