Project Engineer

Leeward Renewable Energy

Houston, TX

Full Time

Posted September 24, 2026

$90k - $134k· Est.

Renewable Energy Development

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed September 29, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Renewable Energy Development
Pay provenance: Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided

Job Description

The Project Engineer (P2) is the primary engineering interface representing LRE during project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary engineering interface between Development, Interconnection, Permitting, Real Estate, Operations, Construction, Quality, Procurement, Finance, and Project Management from the 30% engineering designs until final receipt of as-builts after handoff to Operations
Direct the activities of a multi-discipline engineering team and consultants to ensure project requirements are achieved for assigned projects
Finalize engineering exhibits for EPC contracts and support owner supply equipment agreements as needed
Support EPC contracting efforts through review of the scope of work and responding to bid clarifications and exclusions
Manage the receipt and review of engineering deliverables from EPC contractors and owner supplied equipment providers within scheduled delivery milestones
Review project design submittals against design criteria, constraints, energy requirements, and other contract requirements
Manage timely responses to RFIs and equipment submittals
Ensure EPC contractors are provided with technical information from owner supplied equipment
Support site and PM team as needed for site visits, inspections, meetings, and change order review
Coordinate/manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously within the constraints of available resources and priorities while maintaining project goals and objectives
Analysis of engineering alternatives to ensure most cost-effective approach is followed while maintaining compliance with technical adequacy and safety standards
Establish and maintain appropriate communication with cross functional groups to ensure their input is properly factored into project engineering decisions
Analyze schedule, budgets and resource indicators and make necessary adjustments to meet project constraints
Work harmoniously and effectively with LRE’s cross functional groups
Provide technical support and respond to questions on PPAs, Interconnection Agreements, insurance forms, and from independent engineers
Escalate engineering issues to PM that impact schedule and/or budget as well as provide recommended solutions
Ensures all engineering deliverables are received and available for operations after execution

Requirements

4-Year Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
3 - 6 years of relevant experience in power generation preferably renewables
Ability to learn quickly
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Familiarity with building codes and standards including the IBC, ASCE 7, and the NEC
Understanding of building permit processes
Familiarity with construction techniques
Strong project management skills
Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
Skills in organizing project engineering schedules and resources to meet project goals in an efficient way
Ability to act independently analyzing project related issues and initiating solutions and corrective actions with minimum supervision.
Good understanding of multi-discipline engineering functions and their interdependencies
Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects and priorities in a complex and dynamic environment.
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and drawings and other common specifications
Knowing when to elevate issues
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license
Deep technical knowledge of PV, wind, and storage power plant systems and equipment.
Understanding of project development processes
Strong knowledge of power project engineering
Basic knowledge of project commercial issues and project financial analysis
Strong knowledge in procurement and construction processes and procedures
Proficient use of Bluebeam Revu
Familiarity with some of the following: AutoCAD, PVsyst, PlantPredict, Openwind, and other automated layout/optimization tools
Proficient knowledge of engineering economics and optimization process
Obtained E.I.T. certificate and working towards PE license