E&C Engineer (Electrical)

About the Role

This electrical engineering position oversees and contributes to large‑scale renewable projects, primarily solar and wind installations near Earth, TX. As a Project Engineer, you will provide electrical expertise, evaluate project drawings, and handle Requests for Information (RFIs) across multiple projects. Daily activities vary between submittal preparation, technical document review, and on‑site construction support, ensuring all requirements are clearly outlined and aligned with project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical expertise for large‑scale renewable (solar and wind) projects in Texas.
• Evaluate project drawings, studies, and analyses to confirm compliance with specifications.
• Prepare and manage submittals and RFIs, collaborating with engineers and project stakeholders.
• Communicate variances to the company’s master specifications for internal approval.
• Support construction activities on‑site by answering electrical engineering questions, clarifying design details, and troubleshooting issues.
• Interpret design drawings, manage construction compliance, and track RFI requests.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Facility Operations, Siting & Land Rights, Environmental, Supply Chain, and other project engineers.
• Coordinate with external entities—including county and state agencies and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)—to obtain permits.
• Work with EPC contractors, project managers, construction field teams, construction managers, and electrical inspectors.
• Partner with project controls staff on cost and scheduling matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET‑accredited program or equivalent experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred; Engineering‑in‑Training certification acceptable.
• 3+ years of electrical engineering experience, with 2–3 years focused on renewable generation projects (construction or design).
• Experience with utilities or design firms on renewable technologies.
• Proficiency with ProjectWise, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and Procore; SAP knowledge a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with NCRs, RFIs, and contract scope management.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally in a large matrixed organization and act as a detail‑oriented team player.
• Expertise in resolving RFIs and non‑conformance requests.

Benefits

• Healthcare insurance through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois (eligibility after 60 days of continuous full‑time employment; premiums subsidized).
• Dental insurance via MetLife (eligibility after 60 days).
• Vision insurance through VSP (eligibility after 60 days).
• 401(k) Investment Savings Retirement Plan (eligible after 1 year of employment).