Engineering Manager - Solar & BESS

Black & Veatch; Greenwood Village (CO); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Adoption reimbursement

Vendor discounts

Employee referral program

AD&D insurance

Pre-taxed accounts

Voluntary legal plan

BV Credit Union

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Black & Veatch seeks a Project Engineering Manager 1 to lead complex solar PV and BESS projects across multiple sites. You will guide engineering deliverables, manage budgets and schedules, and provide technical leadership across disciplines.

Role emphasizes client interface, proposal support, and mentorship of engineering professionals; hybrid work options are available, with a focus on delivering safe, compliant, and cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 8 years related work experience.
• Pre-employment onboarding may include background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines.
• Lead larger production teams, coordinate multi-discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project.
• Provide proposal support engineering responsibilities.
• Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects.
• Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Client liaison

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Date: Aug 22, 2026

Location:
Greenwood Village, CO, US
Phoenix, AZ, US
Bloomington, MN, US
Ann Arbor, MI, US
Orlando, FL, US
Dallas, TX, US
Houston, TX, US
Tualatin, OR, US
Overland Park, KS, US
Cary, NC, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients.

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Why Black & Veatch

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.

At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution:

• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects
• Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations
• Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines
• Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
• Provide proposal support engineering responsibilities

Client Interface:

• Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects
• Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
• Provide support for business development or pursuit activities
• Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision

Technical expertise:

• Develops and applies advanced engineering concepts and approaches to unique engineering problems.
• Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
• Provide technical leadership for complex Solar + BESS projects
• Drive solutions to achieve project goals

Management Responsibilities

• Review lower-level engineering work or assignments
• Responsible for managing quality, schedule and budget
• Mentorship of engineering professionals

Preferred Qualifications

P.E. License preferred

Working knowledge of civil and electrical engineering related to Solar and BESS solutions.

Understanding Solar and BESS processes from proposal development through construction complete and integration and commissioning.

5+ years of experience in design of solar PV and/or BESS facilities with strong understanding of layout optimization and technical knowledge of major equipment associated with solar PV and BESS facilities

Good communication skills and interest in engaging with Clients to grow relationships.

Intermediate knowledge of project development/siting/studies/permitting, feasibility studies, conceptual design, Front End Engineering Design (FEED), energy production estimate

Intermediate knowledge of Power Purchase Agreement content and the impacts on project siting, permitting, design, schedule, cost, commissioning, and O&M

Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards

Intermediate knowledge of civil/structural and electrical/controls

Advanced ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned.

Working knowledge of procurement & contract administration

Working knowledge of the proposal process

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
• Minimum of 8 years related work experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
• Ability to utilize audio/videoconferencing software tools for internal/external communication
• Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time
• Travel to client sites

Salary Plan

ENG: Engineering

Job Grade

016

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• company matched 401k plan
• adoption reimbursement
• vendor discounts
• an employment referral program
• AD&D insurance
• pre-taxed accounts
• voluntary legal plan
• the B&V Credit Union
• Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $109,460.00 - $182,800.00

Nearest Major Market: Denver

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