Engineering Manager

Reactivate • Chicago, IL

9d • $135,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Engineering Manager will lead our engineering team in the development and execution of distributed generation solar and storage projects including but not limited to commercial & industrial, small-scale utility, community solar and landfill. This role involves managing a team of engineers and overseeing end-to-end technical design and engineering processes and supporting construction management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil)
• 7+ years of experience in engineering in the renewables industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership/management role
• Expertise in solar plant equipment, including PV modules, racking systems, inverters and electrical balance of plants
• Expertise in NEC codes
• Experience reviewing civil, structural, or electrical engineering design packages
• Ability to multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple projects at a time
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Travel required up to 20%
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future

Nice To Haves

• NABCEP, PV Installation Professional Certification a plus
• Proficiency with PVSyst, System Advisory Model (SAM) programs, AutoCAD, PVcase, ArcGIS, Helioscope, and Aurora Solar is a plus
• Experience managing third-party due diligence studies and energy production estimates

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance assessments to provide feedback, promote individual growth and ensure alignment with organization goals
• Collaborate with the Vice President, EPC to strategically manage resource allocation
• Oversee daily team workflows by facilitating capacity building and deliver targeted training initiatives to drive team efficiency
• Analyze site parameters, interconnection studies and customer loads to determine optimal system sizing and configuration
• Conduct shading analysis, structural assessments and electrical reviews to inform equipment selection and layout
• Model proposed designs in PVsyst or similar tools to predict energy products and economic performance
• Select appropriate technologies for projects, including modules, inverters, racking and system balance
• Lead the engineering team in creating permit/construction drawing sets that meet codes and client standards
• Direct internal and external resources to produce comprehensive construction documentation packages
• Manage relationships with third-party engineering firms to ensure quality deliverables
• Specify electrical protection, monitoring, and control schemes to meet utility and grid stability requirements.
• Develop equipment specifications, bills of materials, and detailed scopes of work for procurement and construction
• Coordinate technical reviews and secure permit approvals from relevant authorities
• Review detailed civil, structural, and electrical engineering design packages for compliance with technical specifications
• Stay updated on advancements in PV modules, inverters, racking, and energy storage technologies
• Provide technical supervision to contractors during system installations to ensure adherence to plans
• Collaborate with EPC contractors through procurement, construction, and commissioning phases
• Review shop drawings, inspect deliveries, and witness factory testing as needed.
• Oversee punch list inspections, testing, and commissioning of systems before final approval
• Compile as-built drawings, operations manuals, warranty documentation, and other project closeout materials
• Respond to contractor RFIs, participate in construction meetings, and review QA/QC documentation
• Conduct site visits to evaluate constructability and support construction progress

Benefits

• To support our incredible team and their families beyond the workplace, Reactivate provides an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment.
• In addition to medical benefits, 401(k) options, professional development opportunities and a competitive paid time off policy, we allow work flexibility to contribute to a valuable work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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