Project Engineer
In this position, you will report to the Lead of Project Engineering, located in Fremont, CA. You will work directly with key accounts around the globe to manage day-to-day issues on commercial and utility-scale PV projects from the development stage to construction support.
Responsibilities
- Provide design support to develop tracker layouts, CAD blocks, mechanical sheet sets, and full construction plan sets
- Review pertinent site information, design inputs, and assist in selecting appropriate product types based on site conditions
- Work with a team of engineers located in our India office to update new product configurations and drafting standards, and potentially develop automation procedures
- Conduct value engineering exercises to lower costs on an individual project basis
- Coordinate with Nextpower's Designers in other regions to create and update new product standards, design changes, and project-related issues
- Learn topography analysis, hydrology analysis to determine best tracker placement
- Prioritize tasks to provide the best support to internal and external customers
Requirements
- BS in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering, or related, preferred
- 3–5 years of relevant engineering experience supporting commercial or utility-scale projects, preferably within the solar or renewable energy industry
- Thorough knowledge of drafting standards
- Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated team player
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in AutoCAD Civil
- Knowledge of construction sheet sets and project design of PV plants
- At least 1 year of relevant work experience in the solar industry
- Passion for solar
At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power.
Benefits
- Health care coverage, dental, and vision
- 401(K) participation including company matching
- Company-paid holidays with unlimited paid time off
- Generous discretionary company bonuses
- Life and disability protection
- Eligibility for stock compensation in certain positions
Pay
The annual salary range for this position is $115K to $130K, based on market location and factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related reasons.