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About the Role

The Project Engineer for Offsite Distributed Generation (DG) Projects will be responsible for the planning, design, and development of offsite / front-of-the-meter solar and storage projects. This role requires a strong technical background in the solar industry, excellent project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to determine project viability and due diligence.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Design solar and storage systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Oversee the development of offsite projects from origination to construction handover.
• Manage the execution of all necessary engineering or development deliverables for offsite projects.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, utilities, and other stakeholders to ensure timely completion.
• Effectively drive offsite projects to fulfillment of the handover checklist and NTP.
• Provide technical expertise and support to the project team and other departments across the project lifecycle and operation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during project development.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements to incorporate best practices into projects.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including design specifications, progress reports.
• Prepare and present project status reports to management, AHJ or landlords.
• Work closely with internal teams (Engineering, Development, Construction, and Asset Management) to ensure project alignment with company goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.
• Foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement within the project team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy industry, with at least 3 years in the solar industry.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV system design, energy storage solutions, and grid integration.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and solve complex technical problems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting and process improvement.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to be self-motivated.
• Strong Interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary.

Skills

• Solar PV system design
• Energy storage solutions
• Grid integration
• Project management
• Technical expertise
• Troubleshooting
• Documentation
• Reporting
• Collaboration
• Communication

Location

• North America

Work Type

• Full-time
• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy industry
• At least 3 years in the solar industry

Education Level

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering or a related field
• Master’s degree preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Salary/Compensations

• 97,440-121,800

Benefits

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility

About the Company

• EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets.
• With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy.
• Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent.
• We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity.
• Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies.
• With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition.
• With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

Equal Opportunity

• Equal opportunities for allOur vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet.
• We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.
• We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
• This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.
• EDP makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
• For further information, please review this notice from the Department of Labor: EEO is the Law poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster).
• You may have additional rights pursuant to recent amendments to federal labor laws.
• Please review these protections from the EEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.eeoc.gov).