Project Engineer

Leeward Energy; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Leeward Energy is seeking a Project Engineer (P2) to lead engineering efforts for wind, solar, and storage projects in the United States. You will plan, manage, and make decisions on design, permitting, schedule, budgets, and construction through handoff to Operations.

The role requires collaboration with Development, Interconnection, Permitting, and EPC contractors, with a focus on cost efficiency, safety, and technical adequacy.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in engineering.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in power generation, preferably renewables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with building codes and standards (IBC, ASCE 7, NEC).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary engineering interface across Development, Permitting, Real Estate, Construction and Operations.
• Direct a multi-discipline team and consultants to meet project requirements.

Skills

Project management

Communication

MS Office

Fast learner

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

AutoCAD

PVsyst

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Engineer (P2) is the primary engineering interface representing LRE during project execution. This position is responsible for planning and managing all technical aspects and decisions associated with design, technical adequacy, permitting, schedule, budgets, and construction of assigned wind, solar, and/or energy storage projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary engineering interface between Development, Interconnection, Permitting, Real Estate, Operations, Construction, Quality, Procurement, Finance, and Project Management from the 30% engineering designs until final receipt of as-builts after handoff to Operations
• Direct the activities of a multi-discipline engineering team and consultants to ensure project requirements are achieved for assigned projects
• Finalize engineering exhibits for EPC contracts and support owner supply equipment agreements as needed
• Support EPC contracting efforts through review of the scope of work and responding to bid clarifications and exclusions
• Manage the receipt and review of engineering deliverables from EPC contractors and owner supplied equipment providers within scheduled delivery milestones
• Review project design submittals against design criteria, constraints, energy requirements, and other contract requirements
• Manage timely responses to RFIs and equipment submittals
• Ensure EPC contractors are provided with technical information from owner supplied equipment
• Support site and PM team as needed for site visits, inspections, meetings, and change order review
• Coordinate/manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously within the constraints of available resources and priorities while maintaining project goals and objectives
• Analysis of engineering alternatives to ensure most cost-effective approach is followed while maintaining compliance with technical adequacy and safety standards
• Establish and maintain appropriate communication with cross functional groups to ensure their input is properly factored into project engineering decisions
• Analyze schedule, budgets and resource indicators and make necessary adjustments to meet project constraints
• Work harmoniously and effectively with LRE’s cross functional groups
• Provide technical support and respond to questions on PPAs, Interconnection Agreements, insurance forms, and from independent engineers
• Escalate engineering issues to PM that impact schedule and/or budget as well as provide recommended solutions
• Ensures all engineering deliverables are received and available for operations after execution

Required Qualifications

• 4-Year Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
• 3 - 6 years of relevant experience in power generation preferably renewables
• Ability to learn quickly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with building codes and standards including the IBC, ASCE 7, and the NEC
• Understanding of building permit processes
• Familiarity with construction techniques
• Strong project management skills
• Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
• Skills in organizing project engineering schedules and resources to meet project goals in an efficient way
• Ability to act independently analyzing project related issues and initiating solutions and corrective actions with minimum supervision.
• Good understanding of multi-discipline engineering functions and their interdependencies
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects and priorities in a complex and dynamic environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and drawings and other common specifications
• Knowing when to elevate issues
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep technical knowledge of PV, wind, and storage power plant systems and equipment.
• Understanding of project development processes
• Strong knowledge of power project engineering
• Basic knowledge of project commercial issues and project financial analysis
• Strong knowledge in procurement and construction processes and procedures
• Proficient use of Bluebeam Revu
• Familiarity with some of the following: AutoCAD, PVsyst, PlantPredict, Openwind, and other automated layout/optimization tools
• Proficient knowledge of engineering economics and optimization process
• Obtained E.I.T. certificate and working towards PE license

Reporting Structure

The Project Engineer reports to the Manager of Project Engineering within the Project Construction Management Organization.

Physical Demands

Position will require sitting for long periods of time Occasionally lifting up to twenty-pound boxes. Willingness and ability to travel at least 25% of time

Please Note

This is an in-office role, requiring on site presence in our office a minimum of three days per week with hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval.

#LIHybrid Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

With a steadily growing portfolio of projects spanning 20+ years in the clean energy industry, we are hiring, training, and developing a next-generation workforce to safely and responsibly design, construct, operate, and manage sustainable power solutions. Join us in advancing your career in the exciting field of renewable energy. In addition, to having a strong growth trajectory, LRE was also recently awarded the Fast Company's 2024 'Best Workplaces for Innovators' and was awarded as one of Dallas Fort Worth's top employers for 2024.