Associate Engineer, Preconstruction

Description

• Evaluate multiple design options with respect to major equipment selection, site constraints, construction costs, and customer preferences etc. Communicate options clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support internal teams with technical evaluations of any additional proposals to confirm sound engineering principles.
• Preconstruction Engineers report directly to the Director, Preconstruction Design.
• Stay up to date on new and innovative technology and integrate concepts into design plans.
• Generate material and equipment specifications and quantities to be utilized for project pricing.
• Communicate conceptual project designs to internal teams, customers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Review and analyze client provided documentation to determine project requirements, design parameters, and potential design challenges.
• Engage with multiple vendors and subcontractors for project pricing (SCADA, racking, etc.).
• Review and align vendor and subcontractor proposals and convey preferred pricing selection to internal teams taking into consideration purchase and installation costs as well as lead times.
• Utilize client requested design guidelines to calculate project specific technical requirements, project feasibility, and project quantities.
• Compile thorough turnover documentation to set up Detailed Engineering for success with high quality and well-defined Basis of Design to complete engineering.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to capture multi-disciplinary aspects of projects (civil, electrical, utility interconnection, procurement, etc.).
• Develop design documentation (layouts, diagrams, and PVsyst models) that comply with applicable codes and project specifications.

Requirements

• The role will require occasional travel for office meetings or field visits to active construction sites, up to 10%.
• 2+ years’ experience in planning, design, and/or operations of photovoltaic systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline from an accredited university.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Preferable to also have experience with Pvsyst, Civil3D and Procore.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills, including ability to write clear and detailed technical reports, presentations, and emails.
• Must be a supportive team member, able to work in a collaborative environment as well as work on self-directed independent projects. Must be self-motivated with the ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Must be comfortable with the technical aspects of the job as well as business and customer interactions.
• Operate with positivity and enthusiasm, especially in high-stress situations.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance