Associate Project Engineer

OneEnergy Renewables • Madison, WI

48d • $74,000 - $114,200

About The Position

The Associate, Project Engineer participates in and leads utility-scale photovoltaic power plant designs. The position is part of a fast-paced and multidisciplinary team requiring engineering knowledge, AutoCAD drafting skills, and experience/coordination with land development. The position collaborates closely with our Engineering and Development teams on a diverse selection of solar projects.

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited program or a related technical field.
• 0-2 years of experience working in a professional engineering or construction environment, including internships.
• Fundamental knowledge of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Fundamental knowledge of PVsyst.
• Ability to interpret USGS, FEMA, and topographic maps.
• Continuous interest in learning about cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic and evolving field.
• Must have a “roll up your sleeves and let’s get the job done right” type attitude.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of integrity and proven organizational capacity to manage multiple projects is required.
• Demonstrated qualities of integrity, credibility, and professional responsibility.
• Ability to travel and access sites of varying terrain. Position requires frequent travel, up to 1-2 weeks per month or about 20% of working time; must carry an acceptable driving record and active driver’s license.
• A willingness to contribute to our culture which thrives on building trust and holding one another accountable.

Responsibilities

• Implementing drawing plot templates and generating shape files to maintain standards for the company for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems (2-3 system design).
• Executing PV Layouts in AutoCAD for development phase solar projects.
• Utilizing GIS AutoCAD plugin & AutoCAD Civil 3D surface files to identify buildable terrain.
• Executing development phase SLD Diagrams.
• Collaborating with a team of engineers to ensure consistency in preliminary layout design of PV systems.
• Working closely across engineering team to modify plans as site constraints evolve during project development.
• Collaborating with civil engineers to review early-stage designs.
• Preparing PVsyst energy production reports consistent with design assumptions.
• Participating in interconnection study review and incorporate utility feedback to project design.
• Developing a specialty knowledge or skill set to complement the existing team’s capabilities.

Benefits

• We provide generous Paid Time Off (six weeks/year) and an impactful Volunteer Time Off Program.
• We also offer robust employee benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching retirement plan, life insurance, wellness incentives, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees