Electrical Construction Engineer

Acciona • Fleming-Neon, KY

19d • $95,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

ACCIONA Energía is seeking an Electrical Construction Engineer to support construction of Fleming Solar Farm in Flemingsburg, Kentucky. The role oversees electrical construction activities and ensures installations meet engineering designs, quality standards, contract requirements, and applicable regulations. The Electrical Construction Engineer serves as a technical subject matter expert, working with contractors, engineers, and project teams to resolve technical issues, maintain safety and quality standards, support commissioning, and ensure successful project turnover to Operations.

The position is project-site based, with occasional office work and temporary relocation for the duration of construction activities. Employees work on a rotational Rest & Recuperation schedule that varies according to project needs and construction activities. The role requires flexibility for extended hours and weekend work when necessary, as well as domestic and international travel for extended periods as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent discipline.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Ability to temporarily relocate to project sites for several months during construction and travel domestically and internationally for extended periods as required.
• Flexibility to accommodate construction schedules, including extended hours and weekend work when necessary.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, climb vertical ladders, work at heights up to 300 feet, and lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Nice To Haves

• EIT certification.
• 3–5 years of electrical engineering experience in the construction industry or renewable energy industry; experience in construction of energy facilities is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with AutoCAD and project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor and subcontractor electrical construction activities, ensuring installations comply with engineering drawings, project specifications, ACCIONA QA/QC standards, applicable codes, contract requirements, and industry best practices.
• Serve as the electrical construction subject matter expert, supporting engineering contractors through design reviews, technical specifications, RFI management, and resolution of design and constructability issues, including participation in the Safety in Design process.
• Monitor construction quality and electrical testing activities before and during commissioning, identify issues, and support corrective actions to ensure safe, reliable installations.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly project meetings and maintain construction documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, drawings, meeting minutes, and project logs.
• Support facility tie-ins, start-up, testing, commissioning, demobilization, project closeout, and turnover to Operations.
• Oversee safety and environmental compliance for ACCIONA personnel and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to company policies, applicable regulations, and required technical and safety training standards.
• Evaluate electrical equipment and material proposals and prepare bid tabulations to support procurement decisions.
• Conduct root cause analyses of equipment failures and underlying issues, recommend corrective actions, and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Support daily project reporting and KPI tracking for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in training and supporting new Construction Engineers.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Base pay of $95,000–$115,000, based on experience, education, and skillset.
• 10% annual performance bonus based on individual performance and company metrics.
• Eligible for company-provided per diem during project deployment periods and a company vehicle for authorized business transportation related to project activities.
• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.
• After 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and other optional plans.
• 15 days of PTO, with one additional day per year of service.
• 9 public holidays and 2 flexible holidays.
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level