Engineer-Level 2 - Experienced (6 - 10 Years)

Apex Systems; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems seeks an Engineer-Level 2 with 6–10 years of experience to manage and oversee utility-scale solar, BESS, and power plant projects in North America. You will lead substation design activity, coordinate with environmental, procurement, and construction teams, and ensure compliance with ISO requirements.

The role emphasizes technical project management, stakeholder communication, and delivery within schedule and budget constraints; occasional travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.
• 6 to 10 years of experience in managing engineering projects. Experience in solar, BESS, or other power industry applications is necessary. A background in substation design and high-voltage projects is highly preferred.
• Strong project management and communication skills are essential. Experience with Word is required. Familiarity with engineering computational tools (ETAP, EDISON), ASME standards, or structural engineering tools (GT Strudel) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage all assigned substation projects from conception through construction and commissioning.
• Provide technical oversight of external engineers to ensure compliance with interconnection agreements, project specifications, and industry standards (IEEE, NESC, ASCE).
• Secure engineering consulting resources by developing scopes of work, securing bids, and evaluating suppliers.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to secure substation sites and obtain necessary permits and data for design and construction.
• Manage project engineering responsibilities, including schedule and budget oversight, and coordinate with environmental, procurement, and construction teams.
• Lead engineering reviews, value engineering assessments, and design optimization processes.
• Review interconnection documentation, including system impact studies and facility studies, to ensure compliance with all ISO requirements.
• Manage orders for long-lead major materials to minimize project risk and budget overruns.
• Ensure projects are implemented efficiently, cost-effectively, and safely in accordance with department procedures and policies.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Microsoft Word

ETAP

EDISON

ASME standards

GT Strudel

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

ETAP

EDISON

ASME standards

GT Strudel

Job description

Job Title

Engineer-Level 2 - Experienced (6 - 10 Years)

Location

Juno Beach, Florida (Onsite)

Role Overview

We are seeking an Engineer to perform assignments ranging from limited scope to advanced projects requiring expertise in multiple disciplines. This role involves increasing independence based on experience and focuses on project management, technical analysis, and engineering oversight for utility-scale solar, BESS, and power plant operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical project management skills and excellent soft skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all assigned substation projects from conception through construction and commissioning.
• Provide technical oversight of external engineers to ensure compliance with interconnection agreements, project specifications, and industry standards (IEEE, NESC, ASCE).
• Secure engineering consulting resources by developing scopes of work, securing bids, and evaluating suppliers.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to secure substation sites and obtain necessary permits and data for design and construction.
• Manage project engineering responsibilities, including schedule and budget oversight, and coordinate with environmental, procurement, and construction teams.
• Lead engineering reviews, value engineering assessments, and design optimization processes.
• Review interconnection documentation, including system impact studies and facility studies, to ensure compliance with all ISO requirements.
• Manage orders for long-lead major materials to minimize project risk and budget overruns.
• Ensure projects are implemented efficiently, cost-effectively, and safely in accordance with department procedures and policies.

Required Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.
• Experience: 6 to 10 years of experience in managing engineering projects. Experience in solar, BESS, or other power industry applications is necessary. A background in substation design and high-voltage projects is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Strong project management and communication skills are essential. Experience with Word is required. Familiarity with engineering computational tools (ETAP, EDISON), ASME standards, or structural engineering tools (GT Strudel) is beneficial.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in a related discipline.

Work Environment

This position requires some travel within North America. Driving will be a part of the position duties. A valid, non-restricted driver's license must be maintained, with no alcohol/drug-related driving offenses within the previous five years.

Employer Overview

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Accommodations

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Additional Information

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