Lead Project Engineer, PV Test Programs

Lime Rock New Energy; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GroundWork Renewables in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Project Engineer III to lead a small team of engineers, design custom PV test programs, and manage complex client accounts. You’ll review work for accuracy before delivery and mentor junior engineers, while taking broader responsibility for a specialization track.

You will collaborate with the Lab Engineering Manager and Sales, deliver technically demanding projects, and represent GroundWork at conferences or client forums as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline with 5–8 years of experience, or a Master’s with 3–6 years.
• Ability to review another engineer’s work and provide constructive feedback.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or technicians.
• Track record managing complex client accounts and non-standard test programs.
• Deep knowledge of photovoltaic module principles and IEC/UL standards.
• Preferred: strong Python and/or PVsyst for data analytics or modeling.
• Experience proposing process/workflow improvements and AI-integration efforts.
• Experience giving structured technical feedback to peers and presenting at industry forums.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large and complex client project portfolio, including quoting.
• Design custom test programs and project scopes for demanding client requirements.
• Run PV module projects where highest technical judgment is needed.
• Review test results and client reports for technical accuracy before delivery.
• Lead a group of up to three engineers, assigning work and providing day-to-day direction.
• Mentor engineers in test methods, reports, scheduling, and client communication.
• Serve as primary customer contact for complex, high-value accounts and as a subject matter expert.
• Take ownership of a specialization track (data analytics, process improvement, or industry-facing communication).
• Analyze data to provide insights to customers and the PV industry.
• Coordinate with technical team to achieve goals and deliverables.
• Grow group revenue in collaboration with Sales, including client retention and expansion.

Skills

Python

PVsyst

Data analytics

Process improvement

Industry-facing communication

Conferences/presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in engineering

Tools

None

Job description

GroundWork Renewables in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Project Engineer III to lead a small team of engineers, design custom PV test programs, and manage complex client accounts. You’ll review work for accuracy before delivery and mentor junior engineers, while taking broader responsibility for a specialization track.

You will collaborate with the Lab Engineering Manager and Sales, deliver technically demanding projects, and represent GroundWork at conferences or client forums as needed.