Sr Electrical Engineer

New Jersey Resources • Wall Township, NJ

10d • $122,000 - $165,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

NJR Clean Energy Ventures (CEV), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead and manage a technical team executing engineering and construction RFPs and delivering multiple commercial solar, battery storage, inline generator, and hydrogen fuel cell projects. The role supports the Clean Energy Ventures project plan and is responsible for developing and implementing program standards, overseeing major construction and operations and maintenance (O&M) activities, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

The engineer oversees projects ranging from 2 MW to 150 MW, with capital values up to $150 million, typically managing one to four concurrent projects and directly overseeing onsite project management staff. The position also coordinates EPC agreements, procurement, design reviews, commissioning, permitting, utility interconnection, and landowner matters. It is hybrid and requires 25–35% travel and time at remote project locations. Expected base pay is $122,000–$165,000, with eligibility for an annual short-term incentive program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7–10 years of experience leading engineering and construction teams, including work on solar, power, or energy project implementations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel 25–35% and spend necessary time at remote project locations.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction activities with EPC contractors, landlords, and tenants to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Typically oversee one to four concurrent projects, including direct oversight of onsite project management staff.
• Manage and coordinate negotiation and execution of EPC agreements for all clean energy platforms.
• Lead a team of technical professionals in project construction.
• Manage procurement activities, as applicable, to ensure timely completion within budget.
• Oversee review and approval of electrical engineering designs and plans.
• Oversee implementation of major O&M outages for Clean Energy Ventures assets.
• Develop, review, and approve project commissioning plans and test procedures.
• Oversee construction permitting and the utility interconnection process.
• Oversee and manage landowner issues at project sites.
• Assist with preparation of reports and presentations for senior NJR management.
• Build and maintain effective internal and external relationships, fostering collaboration, accountability, and teamwork.

Benefits

• Day-one medical coverage, including prescription, vision, and dental plans.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Direct Stock Purchase Plan, with optional employee payroll deduction.
• Wellness perks, including free on- and off-site fitness centers and other programs.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement.
• Vacation and company-paid holidays.
• Flexible work arrangements, with hybrid options based on job responsibilities and business needs.
• Eligibility to participate in an annual short-term incentive program.

What This Job Offers

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