Solar Field Engineer

IntelliPro Group Inc.•, VA

1d•$40 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Solar Project Construction group manages the execution of solar projects from 1MW to 150+ MW through EPC contracts. The group is organized into several sequential teams: Development, Diligence, Pre-Construction, Execution, and Close-Out. Three Project Engineers are needed and will be assigned to Execution teams which oversee daily contractor activities during construction of new solar projects. These Project Engineers will work on teams lead by Construction Project Managers. The role involves supporting the solar project management team by managing specific portions of the project, particularly technical issues, and coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders. The position requires significant travel to solar project sites in Virginia.

Requirements

Prior experience working as a solar field engineer
Prior experienced with utility level solar construction projects
Detailed technical knowledge of renewable power generation, systems/equipment/operations, complex construction projects, and power distribution/transmission systems
Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
Equally effective working independently or in team environment building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
Demonstrated computer skills, including MS Office products, SAP products, Adobe products, Bluebeam, scheduling software
Ability to lead, collaborate, or work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams
MUST have Solar construction experience
5-6+ years of relevant engineering experience
MUST have a 4-year Engineering degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Virginia E&S/stormwater regulations preferred
Prior experience scheduling and cost management

Responsibilities

Support the solar project management team by managing specific portions of the project, particularly technical issues
Coordinate with other internal stakeholders such as Site Owner's Representatives, Operations, Project Controls, Technical Services, Business Development, Tax, Real Estate, Environmental, Safety, and Supply Chain
Coordinate with external stakeholders to include counterparts in the EPC's organization, permitting agencies, and Owners Engineers
Work with cross-functional team that includes project managers, engineers, permitting specialists, construction oversight personnel, environmental compliance coordinators, contracts and financial analysts, real estate analysts, safety specialist, and operations personnel.
Participate in status update meetings with EPC contractors
Overseeing and monitoring construction progress, ensuring compliance with EPC contract requirements, technical specifications, and permitting requirements
Participating in site walks with Environmental Compliance Coordinators to monitor permit compliance
Managing project RFI and NCR logs
Overseeing plant commissioning processes and participating in punch list/turnover walkdowns with Solar Operations
Overseeing punch list completion, facilitating communication with operations, and reviewing contractor deliverables
Preparing weekly reporting for internal project stakeholders
Reviewing EPC deliverables, including specifications, performance test reports, and as-built design drawings for completeness and contract compliance
Reviewing third party reports, usually environmental inspection reports to monitor EPC performance and providing recommendations to EPC
Managing turnover documentation process at key project milestones
Reviewing and providing technical input on contract Change Orders, Contractor Notices, Milestone Completion, Certificates, and other commercial documents
Collaborating with peer Project Engineers to compare processes, procedures, and issues to ensure consistency across the project portfolio
Performing other duties as assigned