HV Project Engineer Intern (Lost Hills, CA)

About the Role

The intern supports contract and compliance activities by reviewing power purchase agreements, generator interconnection agreements, utility requirements, and system impact studies to ensure project adherence. In procurement, the role works with the team to specify main‑circuit equipment, evaluate vendor quotes for technical compliance, and assist with vendor selection and approval. Engineering duties include creating preliminary guidance documents, material specifications, and detailed Bills of Materials, as well as participating in functional testing, substation energization, and PV system synchronization while maintaining safe work practices. Project controls responsibilities involve updating drawing sets, specifications, and document logs, preparing distribution packages, managing RFI logs within the CMS, and assisting with critical path method schedule maintenance and weekly labor production tracking. The intern also prepares labor cost reports, supports field quantity surveys, maintains the project filing system, records accurate meeting minutes, and participates in regular team meetings. • Review PPAs, interconnection agreements, utility requirements, and system studies for compliance. • Create engineering guidance documents, material specifications, and detailed Bills of Materials. • Specify main‑circuit equipment, evaluate vendor quotes, and assist with vendor selection and approval. • Participate in functional testing, substation energization, and PV system synchronization. • Maintain safe work practices in energized substations and field environments. • Update drawing sets, specifications, and document logs; manage RFI logs in the CMS. • Assist with CPM schedule maintenance, weekly labor production tracking, and labor cost reporting. • Record accurate meeting minutes and support regular team meetings. • Perform physical tasks including stooping, lifting 20+ lb, occasional climbing, and work in exposed or hazardous conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸contract review
• ▸equipment specification
• ▸functional testing
• ▸drawing updates
• ▸schedule tracking
• ▸safety practices

What You Bring

Candidates should be pursuing or have completed a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related discipline, and be able to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical studies. Required skills include basic estimating and scheduling abilities (Primavera P6 familiarity is a plus), strong written and verbal communication in English, good organizational and prioritization capabilities, and proficiency with MS Office and general computer tools. The position involves frequent physical activities such as stooping, bending, lifting over 20 lb, occasional climbing, and work in exposed high‑voltage or hazardous environments, with occasional exposure to dust, fumes, electric shock, and chemicals. A flexible schedule is required to support 24/7 operations. • Apply independent judgment, prioritize multiple tasks, and demonstrate strong organizational skills.

Requirements

• ▸engineering
• ▸primavera
• ▸estimating
• ▸ms office
• ▸communication
• ▸organizational

Benefits

SOLV Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering an hourly compensation range of $20.00–$22.00. The company emphasizes safety, quality, innovation, and teamwork while providing career growth opportunities across the full energy lifecycle. Employees at SOLV Energy contribute to projects that drive long‑term economic growth, strengthen communities, and advance the energy workforce, with opportunities to develop skills in both field and office roles and to impact the next generation of power infrastructure in the United States.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time