Project Engineer

About Lightsource bp

Lightsource bp is a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by a proven track record in solar development. For more than a decade, we have worked to diversify how the world is powered through sustainable and responsible renewable energy. Our teams deliver safe, affordable, and reliable large-scale solar and energy storage solutions that support the global energy transition. As our business continues to grow, we are investing in innovation, technology, and people to help accelerate decarbonization and energy security worldwide. Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

About the role

The Project Engineer plays an important role in delivering utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across the United States. This position supports projects from late-stage development through construction and performance testing. Working closely with development, engineering, construction, and finance teams, the Project Engineer ensures that technical requirements are clearly defined, properly implemented, and aligned with project schedules and budgets. This role is ideal for an engineer with early career experience in utility-scale renewable projects who is eager to deepen technical expertise while contributing to the delivery of complex infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage engineering requirements within EPC contracts and project documentation
• Support the Tendering team in EPC contractor selection and contract negotiations
• Provide engineering support to the Project Management team during project execution
• Review and approve project designs, drawings, and technical submittals during development and construction
• Manage external Owner’s Engineers supporting design reviews and construction oversight
• Support engagement with Independent Engineers for third-party project financing
• Conduct site visits to support construction progress and milestone verification
• Coordinate technical RFI responses and gather input from internal subject matter experts
• Provide technical diligence support for project finance activities
• Capture and share lessons learned to support continuous improvement in project delivery and operations
• Develop tools and processes to manage technical requests and track engineering deliverables
• Represent your discipline in development, delivery, and stakeholder meetings as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university
• Up to 3 years of experience in a similar engineering role within renewable energy or infrastructure projects
• Utility-scale solar PV design for construction, including high-voltage substations
• Battery energy storage systems and integration with PV and high-voltage infrastructure
• Civil design considerations for solar development including access roads, drainage, and site hydrology
• Electrical system design including studies such as thermal ampacity, load flow, reactive power, and protection coordination
• Energy resource assessment and project optimization
• Experience supporting solar PV construction activities, project documentation, and technical reviews
• Willingness to travel up to 25% for project site visits and key project meetings

Skills

• Understanding of codes and regulations relevant to solar project construction
• Experience with engineering design for utility-scale PV plants
• Familiarity with project financing structures and technical diligence requirements
• Knowledge of key industry stakeholders including EPC contractors, investors, technical advisors, and independent engineers
• Understanding of PV technology, balance of system components, and market trends
• Ability to interpret site documentation and technical reports
• Knowledge of EPC cost estimation methodologies based on project design
• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD or SketchUp
• Experience with solar simulation tools such as PVsyst, PVSol, StorageVAT, or similar platforms

Behaviors and Competencies

• Curious and eager to learn
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple deliverables and deadlines
• Strong technical fundamentals
• Problem solver who can balance flexibility with maintaining critical project requirements
• Solid understanding of engineering codes and standards

Pay

The salary range for this role is $105,000 to $120,000, plus a 15% annual bonus.

Benefits

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage starting on your first day, with zero premiums for employee-only coverage
• Retention bonuses
• Four weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave annually plus 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with a 3% nonelective employer contribution
• Hybrid working environment: Tuesday to Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote
• Monthly personal phone reimbursement up to $100 and commuter benefit up to $150
• Lifestyle Savings Account and additional wellbeing benefits

Why you’ll want to work with us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow, a place where your ideas and opinions matter. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community where every individual is valued and treated with respect. Our culture is driven by our core values, from operating safely to ensuring our projects support biodiversity and responsible development. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer a strong benefits package including bonus, retention bank, health coverage, and retirement plans. Join an agile international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, and ecosystems.

Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability, and Drive guide everything we do. We invest in developing talent and preparing our people for new opportunities across the business. In today’s rapidly evolving energy landscape, we actively support upskilling and professional development so our teams can continue to grow while shaping the future of renewable energy.