Project Engineer

EMC Renewables; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

EMC Renewables in the United States is seeking a Project Engineer to support EPC execution of utility-scale PV and BESS projects. You will serve as the technical liaison among Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, Construction, Quality, and Commissioning to ensure safety, on-time delivery, and contract conformance.

From design development through commissioning, you will coordinate disciplines, manage engineering deliverables, and support field operations to align customer requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years experience in renewable energy, EPC, or utility infrastructure.
• Experience with utility-scale PV projects and BESS is preferred.
• Familiarity with design, procurement, construction, and commissioning processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering activities across project lifecycle.
• Lead interface among engineering, PM, procurement, and construction teams.
• Review drawings, specs, and calculations for compliance.
• Support field operations and site visits to verify construction works.
• Assist with RFIs, change requests, and documentation control.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Construction & field support

Engineering drawing review

MS Office proficiency

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

SKM

DIgSILENT

Primavera P6 / MS Project

Job description

EMC Renewables is seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer to support the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) execution of utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across the United States. The Project Engineer serves as the technical liaison between Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, Construction, Quality, and Commissioning teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements and industry standards.

This role is responsible for managing project engineering activities from design development through construction and commissioning, coordinating multidisciplinary engineering disciplines, supporting field operations, and maintaining alignment between customer requirements, project specifications, and EPC execution plans.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate engineering activities for utility-scale PV and BESS projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the primary interface between engineering, project management, procurement, construction, commissioning, and quality teams.
• Manage engineering deliverables and ensure adherence to project schedules and contractual milestones.
• Facilitate communication among civil, structural, electrical, SCADA, communications, protection and controls, and energy storage engineering disciplines.
• Track design progress and identify technical risks, conflicts, and schedule impacts early.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, studies, and technical documentation for completeness and compliance.
• Ensure designs satisfy customer requirements, EPC contracts, utility interconnection requirements, AHJ requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
• Coordinate and manage engineering consultants, subcontractors, and equipment vendors as required.
• Support design optimization initiatives focused on constructability, cost reduction, schedule improvement, and quality enhancement.
• Participate in design reviews, value engineering exercises, and technical workshops.

Construction Support

• Act as the engineering lead during project execution and provide technical support to field teams.
• Coordinate responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), field engineering issues, and design clarifications.
• Support resolution of technical challenges impacting construction productivity or schedule.
• Review and process engineering change requests and design modifications.
• Conduct periodic site visits to verify construction activities align with approved engineering documents.
• Collaborate with Procurement to develop and review technical equipment specifications.
• Evaluate vendor technical submittals and equipment data sheets.
• Support the selection and qualification of major equipment including:
• PV modules
• Trackers
• Medium-voltage equipment
• BESS containers and ancillary systems
• SCADA and communication systems
• Coordinate technical reviews with vendors and suppliers throughout procurement and execution phases.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a technical point of contact for customers, engineering consultants, utilities, and other stakeholders.
• Lead regular engineering coordination meetings with clients and project stakeholders.
• Present project status updates, engineering progress reports, and risk assessments.
• Ensure customer technical requirements are effectively incorporated into project execution.

Project Controls & Documentation

• Support project planning efforts and monitor engineering deliverable schedules.
• Maintain engineering documentation, drawing logs, submittal registers, and revision control.
• Track engineering action items and ensure timely resolution.
• Assist with project forecasting, change management, and technical reporting.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Promote a culture of safety and quality across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA requirements, NEC, IEEE, NFPA, UL, utility standards, and project-specific requirements.
• Participate in quality reviews, audits, and lessons learned activities.
• Support commissioning and turnover activities to ensure successful project completion.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related Engineering field.
• 3+ years of experience in renewable energy, power generation, EPC, or utility infrastructure projects.
• Experience supporting utility-scale solar PV projects required.
• Experience with BESS projects preferred.
• Experience working within EPC project environments strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with design, procurement, construction, and commissioning processes.

Technical Knowledge & Skills

Required

• Construction and field support
• Engineering drawing review and document control
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred

• PVSyst
• AutoCAD
• ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, DIgSILENT, or similar power system analysis software
• Project scheduling platforms such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
• Understanding of utility interconnection requirements
• Familiarity with SCADA, communications, and control systems
• Knowledge of medium-voltage collection systems and substations
• Understanding of BESS design and integration

What Sets You Apart

• You prioritize safe and compliant business practices.
• You bring passion for renewable energy and demonstrates commitment to excellence.
• You operate with integrity, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and accountability.
• You build relationships grounded in respect, both internally and externally.
• You look for smarter, more efficient ways to approach challenges and continuously improve processes and seeks operational efficiencies (innovation).
• You thrive in a collaborative environment and value shared success (teamwork).

Why Join EMC Renewables

• Be part of a growing team shaping the future of renewable energy in the U.S.
• Work in an environment where SPIRIT values are not just words, they guide how we work every day.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on project success and company growth.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Join a mission-driven organization committed to building a more sustainable future.

EMC Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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