Project Development Engineer

Leeward Renewable Energy · Phoenix, AZ · 2 wk ago

ManagementFull-time

Job Summary

The Project Development Engineer (P2) is responsible for the engineering and technical aspects of wind, solar, and energy storage utility-scale projects during the development phase. This role ensures thorough evaluation and support of projects through engineering due diligence and preliminary design work. The position emphasizes collaboration and proactive risk management to inform the LRE pipeline and set the stage for future project success.

Responsibilities

Credits desktop site assessments to inform project capacity and energy in addition to engineering and constructability risks.
Prepares or manages preparation of preliminary site layouts.
Works with the engineering team to assess and anticipate engineering deliverable needs including site surveys, geotechnical reports, hydrology reports, conceptual grading and drainage plans, and preliminary collection, substation, civil, and structural designs.
Provides engineering/technical input to permitting, power purchase agreements, interconnect agreements, financial modeling, and other project development aspects.
Prepares engineering quantities and information for project budgets and schedules.
Represents LRE in development, permitting and origination meetings on engineering and technical issues, including meetings with the public and regulatory authorities.
Learns to lead multiple projects simultaneously; manages competing priorities and overcomes obstacles to successfully meet submittal dates.
Gathers engineering scopes, exhibits, and site design criteria for the creation of RFPs.
Reviews designs and calculations for quality control, performance optimization, and cost reduction opportunities.
Conducts site visits for site evaluations.
Aids in the creation and review of site constraints maps.
Works directly with the procurement and performance team to stay current on wind turbine, solar module, solar inverter, and energy storage technology, offerings, and suppliers.
Contributes to engineering standard creation.
Coordinates with subject matter experts to identify long lead procurement items needed to support project schedules.
Maintains accurate project documentation and keeps stakeholders informed of project progress.
Transfers engineering knowledge and risks of assigned projects to the project engineer on the execution team during the pre-construction phase.
Helps train junior level engineers.

Qualifications

4-Year Bachelors Engineering Degree
3-6 years of relevant technical experience; renewable power generation preferred.
Ability to learn quickly
Familiarity with some of the following: AutoCAD, PVsyst, PlantPredict, Openwind, and other automated layout/optimization tools.
Understanding of project development and permitting processes
Basic knowledge of project commercial issues and project financial analysis
Strong project management skills
Proficient knowledge of engineering economics and optimization process
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Organized with the ability to simultaneously oversee multiple development projects
Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
Ability to manage priorities in a complex and dynamic environment
Helps train junior level engineers

Prior Experience

Project development and permitting
Conceptual and detailed design
Project engineering management
Scope preparation
Scheduling
Cost estimating
Procurement
Contracts

Preferred Qualifications

Deep technical knowledge of PV, wind, and storage power plant systems and equipment
Strong knowledge of power project engineering
Strong knowledge in procurement and construction processes and procedures
Familiarity with building codes and standards including the IBC, ASCE 7, and the NEC
Obtained E.I.T. certificate and working towards PE license

Reporting Structure

The Project Development Engineer reports to the Director of Project Engineering within the Project Construction Management Organization.

Physical Demands

Position will require sitting for long periods of time
Occasionally lifting up to twenty-pound boxes

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only recruiting vendors with a current, signed agreement in place with LRE are authorized to submit resumes for specific, requested positions. All unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted to LRE, or any LRE employee, without an active agreement or written request from LRE’s HR Department, will be considered property of LRE. LRE will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted in this manner.