Project Engineer

Lancesoft

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 55,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Lancesoft is seeking a Solar Field Engineer to support large utility-scale solar construction projects across Virginia. The role requires 5–6+ years of relevant experience and ABET-accredited engineering education. Travel will be extensive as projects run site-to-site across the region.

You will coordinate with EPCs, regulators, and internal teams to ensure technical integrity, schedule adherence, and safety compliance on multi-site solar builds.

Qualifications

ABET-accredited 4-year engineering degree required.
Minimum HS Diploma required.
Solar construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the solar project management team by handling specific portions of the project, especially technical issues.
Coordinate with Site Owner's Representatives, Operations, Project Controls, Technical Services, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate with EPC counterparts, permitting agencies, and Owners Engineers.
Work with cross-functional teams including project managers, engineers, and safety personnel.
Participate in status update meetings with EPC contractors.
Oversee construction progress to ensure EPC contract compliance and permitting requirements.
Review EPC deliverables and contract documentation for completeness.

Skills

Solar field engineer

Utility-scale solar construction

Technical knowledge of renewables

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

HS Diploma

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Adobe

Bluebeam

Scheduling software

Job description

Duration: 12 months assignment with possible of extension Pay range: $35.00 - 40.00/hr on w2 (all inclusive) Per Diem if qualified (over 50 miles from primary residence) will be at $178/day Travel Required, position will be on project site(s) throughout VA up to 75%+ travel between sites

Are any certification required: Professional Engineer License Preferred Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience:

MUST have prior experience working as a solar field engineer
MUST have prior experienced with utility level solar construction projects
MUST have detailed technical knowledge of renewable power generation, systems/equipment/operations, complex construction projects, and power distribution/transmission systems
Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
Equally effective working independently or in team environment building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks

What soft skill requirements do you have (team fit and personality requirements)?:

Demonstrated computer skills, including MS Office products, SAP products, Adobe products, Bluebeam, scheduling software
Ability to lead, collaborate, or work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams

Nice to Have Skills:

Knowledge of Virginia E&S/stormwater regulations preferred
Prior experience scheduling and cost management

High Level Project Overview:

Energy is installing a 1, 000MWac of solar generating capacity per year. The Solar Project Construction group manages the execution of solar projects from 1MW to 150+ MW through EPC contracts. The group is organized into several sequential teams: Development, Diligence, Pre-Construction, Execution, and Close-Out. Three Project Engineers are needed and will be assigned to Execution teams which oversee daily contractor activities during construction of new solar projects. These Project Engineers will work on teams lead by Construction Project Managers.

Job Responsibilities:

Support the solar project management team by managing specific portions of the project, particularly technical issues
Coordinate with other internal stakeholders such as Site Owner's Representatives, Operations, Project Controls, Technical Services, Business Development, Tax, Real Estate, Environmental, Safety, and Supply Chain
Coordinate with external stakeholders to include counterparts in the EPC's organization, permitting agencies, and Owners Engineers
Work with cross-functional team that includes project managers, engineers, permitting specialists, construction oversight personnel, environmental compliance coordinators, contracts and financial analysts, real estate analysts, safety specialist, and operations personnel.
Participate in status update meetings with EPC contractors
Overseeing and monitoring construction progress, ensuring compliance with EPC contract requirements, technical specifications, and permitting requirements
Participating in site walks with Environmental Compliance Coordinators to monitor permit compliance
Managing project RFI and Client logs
Overseeing plant commissioning processes and participating in punch list/turnover walkdowns with Solar Operations
Overseeing punch list completion, facilitating communication with operations, and reviewing contractor deliverables
Preparing weekly reporting for internal project stakeholders
Reviewing EPC deliverables, including specifications, performance test reports, and as-built design drawings for completeness and contract compliance
Reviewing third party reports, usually environmental inspection reports to monitor EPC performance and providing recommendations to EPC
Managing turnover documentation process at key project milestones
Reviewing and providing technical input on contract Change Orders, Contractor Notices, Milestone Completion, Certificates, and other commercial documents
Collaborating with peer Project Engineers to compare processes, procedures, and issues to ensure consistency across the project portfolio
Performing other duties as assigned
Will report to a Manager - Construction Projects and will be assigned to a tea led by a Construction Project Manager. Expect 75%+ travel via a temporary assignment on one or more solar project sites in Virginia.