Project Engineer

CENTRICA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS US INC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Flexible/hybrid work opportunities

Employee training and development

Job summary

Centrica Business Solutions is seeking a Project Engineer in Austin, TX to provide technical expertise during pre- and post-construction stages of solar PV and battery storage projects.

You will collaborate with Operations and Project Development to design, model, and specify components, while ensuring code compliance and interconnection readiness. Travel and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Renewables, Engineering, Energy, or Mechanical disciplines preferred.
• 3+ years of work experience in Electrical Engineering, Solar Development or Construction of renewable energy systems.
• Experience using Solar Design and Modeling Software – Helioscope, Energy ToolBase, PV Syst preferred.
• Experience using AutoCAD.
• Valid Driver’s License; Travel required with employee’s automobile.

Responsibilities

• Designing and engineering commercial and small utility-scale solar PV, BESS, and electrical construction projects while ensuring compliance with NEC, NFPA fire codes and interconnection requirements.
• Auditing sites for system installation feasibility, environmental, structural, and electrical constraints.
• Creating complete construction drawing sets (plan views, single-line diagrams, equipment specifications) for permits and installation.
• Working with Project Development to specify system components including panels/modules, inverters, racking, batteries, and balance-of-system materials.
• Establishing design specifications and scopes of work for Engineers of Record (EOR).
• Supporting Scopes of Work for equipment selection, installation subcontractors, and engineering consultants.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Solar development

Construction experience

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Electrical/ Renewable energy

Tools

Helioscope

Energy ToolBase

PV Syst

AutoCAD

Job description

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Full Time Austin, TX, US 1 Attachments

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1126

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

Do you often provide ideas that are outside the box? Do you find yourself re-imagining what is possible and push the envelope to set a new standard? If so, we want you to join our team!

As a Project Engineer at Centrica Business Solutions you will provide technical expertise and support during pre and post construction stages of solar photovoltaic (PV) battery storage projects. The Project Engineer will work closely with Operations and Project Development staff to structure solutions for customers’ needs.

Our Project Engineers contribute to the team by:

• Designing and engineering commercial and small utility-scale solar PV, BESS, and electrical construction projects. Ensuring designs comply with local building codes, National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA fire codes and utility interconnection requirements.
• Auditing sites as needed for systems – installation suitability, environmental limitations, structural limitations, electrical infrastructure, array placement and general feasibility.
• Creating complete construction drawing sets (plan views, single-line diagrams, equipment specifications) for permit and installation.
• Working with Project Development to specify system components, including panels/modules, inverters, racking, batteries (if applicable), and balance-of-system materials.
• Establishing design specifications and scopes of work for Engineers of Record (EOR).
• Supporting the development of Scopes of Work associated with equipment selection, installation subcontractors, and engineering consultants as needed.

The core components needed to be successful in this role are (i.e. must haves):

• An Associates or Bachelor’s degree Preferred in Electrical, Renewables, Engineering, Energy, or Mechanical disciplines.
• 3+ years of work experience in Electrical Engineering, Solar Development or Construction of renewable energy systems.
• Experience using Solar Design and Modeling Software – Preferred Helioscope, Energy ToolBase, and or PV Syst.
• Experience using AutoCAD
• Valid Driver’s License; Travel required with employee’s automobile

The following are a definite plus, so if you’ve got any of these be sure to tell us!

• NABCEP Installation Professional Certification

Our Team and Culture:

We offer a culture filled with collaboration, passion, reliability, trustworthiness and more! We don’t just talk thetalkbut we actually walk to walk here and can show this through our employee feedback – check it our yourself to see what employees are saying:

• High level of employee engagement
• Trust in leadership
• Senior leaders listen andact
• Strong focus in health and safety

What we do:

Digitalization and climate change mean organizations need to be more energy efficient and resilienttolimit their impact on the environmentwhile maintaining control of their energy spend.

AtCentrica Business Solutions,wedeliver integrated energy solutions that balance profitability and sustainability.

By bringing together the right combination of technologies and approaches, we help organizations get the mostvaluefrom their energy and energy infrastructure, helping themsolve their energy challenges and harness new opportunities in a changing world.As an Energy Service Company (ESCO), our broad portfolioincludes:

• Energy Efficiency Solutionsincluding HVAC, lighting, controls, building envelope,water
• Solar and Energy Storage
• Electric vehicle and battery storage solutions

Ourbenefits andperks:

AtCentrica Business Solutions,we ensure you are supported and valued.To help do this, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.Some of our benefits & perks include:

• HSA, with company match
• FSA/DCA
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), with company match
• Life Insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Fitness Reward Program
• Employee Training and Development Opportunities
• Casual attire with professional and fun work environments
• Flexible/hybrid work opportunities
• Fungineering(We Engineer the Fun!)

The US base salary range for this full-time position is$90,000.00 to $120,000.00 + bonus + benefits.Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location and expectations during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, commission, or benefits.

Centrica Business Solutionsis an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employmentpractices