Project Engineering Manager

LVI Associates; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading developer in renewable energy is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Manager to lead engineering efforts for solar projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of utility scale PV experience and is proficient in project development software such as CAD and PVSyst. You will manage both internal and external engineering teams to optimize site designs and ensure compliance with technical requirements. This role offers the opportunity to work on significant solar, storage, and hybrid projects across the United States.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in utility scale PV projects.
• Strong ability to lead teams and manage project resources.
• Familiarity with technical requirements and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering resources across multiple disciplines.
• Optimize site layouts and manage project transitions.
• Review designs to ensure compliance and constructability.
• Support procurement and project finance coordination.
• Establish standardized technical and testing requirements.

Skills

Utility scale PV experience

Proficiency with project development software

Leadership

Tools

CAD

PVSyst

GIS

Job description

Company Summary: A leading developer of utility scale PV, wind, and BESS is looking to for an Electrical Engineering Manager to join their team. They are highly reputable, with over 80+ projects with a generating capacity of over 1.2GW. This nationwide developer is looking for an Engineering Manager who will lead external engineering partners and cross‑functional teams to deliver and standardize engineering solutions across pre‑construction and construction for 50-200+ MWdc solar, storage, and hybrid projects, optimizing site design for constructability and operational efficiency

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage internal and external engineering resources across all disciplines (Civil, Electrical, Structural, Substation, BESS, SCADA) from development through construction.
• Advance early‑stage engineering, optimize site layouts, and transition projects from development to EPC contractor engagement.
• Review EPC designs, interconnection agreements, and drawings/specifications to ensure technical requirements, NERC compliance, and constructability.
• Support Procurement and Project Finance through equipment coordination, owner‑furnished equipment support, due diligence, and standardization of equipment and specifications.
• Establish and enforce standardized technical, drawing, and testing requirements while supporting Project and Construction Managers throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 5+ years utility scale PV experience
• Proficiency with project development software such as: CAD, PVSyst, GIS