Hybrid Optimization Engineer for Solar Projects

SOLV Energy, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an Optimization Engineer I to support engineering optimization workflows, tools, and value engineering across solar, storage, and substation projects.

The role combines field-ready engineering with software-enabled process improvements and cross-team coordination. The position is hybrid with in-office presence in San Diego, CA or Bend, OR, reporting to the Engineering Optimization Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 1–3 years of engineering, EPC, construction, or renewable energy experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (F.E.) preferred.
• Basic understanding of utility-scale solar project design and execution; willingness to develop expertise.
• Familiarity with PV foundation and racking systems preferred.
• Exposure to engineering coordination, procurement workflows, or project execution processes preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Interest in or basic experience with engineering software tools, databases, or workflow automation platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and procurement teams through the utilization of in-house developed software solutions (Propt tool).
• Coordinate with Engineering Management, Preconstruction, Procurement, Software Development, and the Lean Innovation & Technology (LIT) team as directed by the Engineering Optimization Manager.
• Learn and apply established workflows for engineering technologies and process improvements across SOLV projects as directed.
• Create pile matrices for purchase orders across active SOLV projects using the Propt tool with guidance from senior engineers.
• Follow standardized workflows for pile procurement and project execution.
• Communicate observations and potential opportunities to improve engineering workflows to senior team members.
• Support implementation and adoption of engineering tools and process improvements across projects.
• Monitor workflow performance and document observations for review by senior engineers.
• Support LIT and software development teams by testing engineering tools and reporting findings as directed.
• Gather feedback from project teams and communicate operational needs to senior engineers for tool enhancement requests.
• Support testing, rollout, and training efforts for new capabilities and process improvements.
• Assist in developing automation and reporting tools as directed by senior engineers.
• Support integration of construction automation requirements into engineering standards and project designs under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist with value engineering initiatives across civil, structural, and electrical disciplines.
• Document and communicate potential opportunities for project cost savings and constructability improvements to senior engineers.
• Support design teams and project stakeholders in implementing optimized engineering solutions as directed.
• Assist project teams with engineering coordination and technical process support throughout project execution.
• Build working relationships across project teams to support consistent workflow execution and tool adoption.
• Support organizational adoption of new engineering tools, workflows, and standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Engineer-in-Training (FE) preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an Optimization Engineer I to support engineering optimization workflows, tools, and value engineering across solar, storage, and substation projects.

The role combines field-ready engineering with software-enabled process improvements and cross-team coordination. The position is hybrid with in-office presence in San Diego, CA or Bend, OR, reporting to the Engineering Optimization Manager.