Project Engineer

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Location not specified

Full Time

Posted December 10, 2025

$85k - $115k

Solar Energy

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Job Description

The Project Engineer will lead the technical design, engineering, procurement, and construction of commercial and utility-scale solar projects, ensuring systems meet safety, performance, and reliability standards while managing internal and external engineering resources.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the technical design, engineering, procurement, and construction of solar projects
Review site parameters, interconnection studies, and customer loads to optimize system design
Perform detailed shading, structural, and electrical assessments to inform equipment selection and layout
Model designs to predict energy production and economic performance
Produce permit and construction drawing sets that meet codes and standards
Manage relationships with third-party engineering firms and coordinate technical reviews
Specify electrical protection, monitoring, and control schemes for grid stability
Develop equipment specifications, bills of materials, and scopes of work for procurement and construction
Supervise contractors during system installation to ensure adherence to plans
Review shop drawings, inspect deliveries, and witness factory testing
Conduct site visits for constructability evaluation and progress support
Compile project closeout documentation including as-built drawings and manuals

Requirements

3 - 5 years of commercial solar energy system design experience, preferably working with the design of new facilities
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, PE is preferred
Knowledgeable of the NEC code
NABCEP, PV Installation Professional Certification a plus
Expertise in solar plant equipment, including PV modules, racking systems, inverters, and electrical balance of plant
Proficiency with PVSyst, System Advisory Model SAM programs, AutoCAD, PVcase, ArcGIS, Helioscope, and Aurora Solar is a plus
Experience reviewing civil, structural, or electrical engineering design packages
Experience managing third-party due diligence studies and energy production estimates
Ability to multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple projects at a time
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient with the Microsoft Windows Office suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Some travel required

Benefits & Perks

Annual base salary range of $85,000.00 to $115,000.00, determined based on experience and qualifications

Work flexibility to contribute to work-life balance

Medical benefits

401(k) options

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off policy

Work environment that values diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being

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