Solar and BESS Lead Engineer

About the role

Act as the primary technical lead for utility-scale solar and BESS projects, driving critical engineering deliverables and ensuring project milestones are achieved on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Drive critical engineering deliverables and ensure project milestones are achieved on schedule.
• Coordinate with contractors and engineering teams to maintain project progress and productivity.
• Lead discipline engineers and collaborate closely with Project Managers to support successful project execution.
• Monitor project performance, resolve technical issues, and ensure engineering standards are met.
• Participate in periodic site visits and provide field support as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 6+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in solar, renewable energy, or BESS projects.
• Demonstrated experience in solar power generation and/or battery energy storage systems.
• Background in one or more of the following: Field Engineering, Design Engineering, or Construction Engineering.
• Strong understanding of both technical engineering principles and practical project execution/construction practices.
• Experience working with contractors and driving engineering deliverables to completion.

Skills

• Strong self-starter with the ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal direction.
• Demonstrated initiative and ownership mentality.
• Proactive problem-solver who aggressively pursues issue resolution and drives outcomes.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence teams and move projects forward.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across engineering, construction, and project management groups.
• Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and transmission authority requirements.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• Engineering candidates with significant relevant experience will be considered even if they do not possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule consisting of remote work, office work, and project site visits. Field-facing role with regular interaction with construction and project execution teams. Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, or alternative schedule of four 9-hour days (Monday-Thursday) with either every other Friday off or a shortened Friday schedule.