Project Engineer

Description

The Project Engineer will provide technical leadership, in the discipline of mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, systems, or controls engineering, through various phases of BESS and/or PV project design, procurement, and execution, leveraging internal or external subject matter experts as required. This role will support specific phases of major projects including business development support, site development, permitting support (air, water, state, local, etc.), scope development, RFP solicitations and evaluations, major contract negotiations (equipment, engineering, or EPC), construction and commissioning activities, and transition to commercial operations. This role reports directly to the VP of EPC.

• Perform and/or review engineering calculations, analysis, research, and design
• Review and challenge change order requests, considering alternative options and performing pro/con analyses
• Lead project registrations (ERCOT, PUCT, PJM, etc.) and compilation of supporting documents
• Understand and ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards (eg. UL9540, NFPA855), and Federal, State or local municipal codes
• Coordinate interdepartmental project handoffs [Dev -> EPC -> Ops]
• May participate in monthly budget review meetings and be tasked with supporting contingency management
• Validate invoice applications versus work completed
• Review scope documents and detailed engineering drawings to ensure technical scope compliance, construction adherence in field implementation, and to confirm alignment with key stakeholder requirements
• Manage project risk register and lessons learned log
• Provide cost analysis and develop recommendations based on calculations (e.g. cost for equipment upgrade) for management review
• Manage RFIs, drawing reviews, submittals, etc. with internal and external stakeholders
• Support and diligence project development efforts to generate scope of work documents for RFP solicitation(s)
• Actively participate in reoccurring cross-departmental meetings
• Lead Bidder evaluations, normalize commercial proposals, conform contract exhibit for execution
• Serve as an ambassador for the Company in public forums
• Represent the company within industry working groups
• Perform system walkdowns to verify installation in accordance with design drawings and contract specifications, identify non-compliant punch list items, and monitor corrective actions
• Work with Owner’s Engineer to develop technical and commercial contract packages

Requirements

• Ability to develop rapport with all levels of management and staff
• Organized, attention to detail
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, etc.) and AutoCAD; Experience with Procore, SalesForce and Inspire Planner a plus
• Ability to coordinate resolution of technical problems and implement change
• Ability to read and follow design drawings and construction plans
• Ability to communicate across a broad spectrum of technical understanding - written, verbal and non-verbal
• Understanding of laws and codes applicable to design and construction of projects (eg. UL1973, NEC, IEC, IBC)
• Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
• Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Systems, Controls preferred)
• Familiarity with lithium-ion batteries, inverters and high-voltage systems
• FE or PE license preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience in construction or engineering (renewables preferred)
• Familiarity with engineering phases, including scope creation, detailed design, engineering implementation, field engineering, and start-up support

Benefits

• Work travel includes solo site visits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Holidays
• Approximately 30% of time will be on the road; will vary based on status of projects
• Education, Parking, and Gym Membership Stipends
• Life Insurance
• Expect limited travel related to industry conferences and company events
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) & Employer Match

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance