Project Engineer (Renewables)

System One; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,768 - 78,523; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is seeking a Project Engineer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to manage capital projects primarily in the wind energy sector. This hybrid role involves overseeing a portfolio of projects and coordinating across various teams to ensure successful implementation.

The ideal candidate will hold an engineering degree, possess strong project management skills, and have experience in renewables. Benefits include health coverage options and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of relevant experience.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• PE license is a plus.
• Experience in renewables, especially wind energy.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of projects at wind facilities.
• Plan and schedule capital projects.
• Order equipment and coordinate with contractors.
• Ensure quality and adherence to schedule.
• Oversee installations during construction.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication skills

Independent problem solving

Ability to work with O&M teams

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical or Electrical preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Type: 12-month Contract

Compensation: $55.00 - $57.00 per hour

Contractor Work Model: Hybrid – (4 Days Onsite, Remote 1-Day Per week)

Overview: Project Engineer will support capital projects at wind farms across the region, primarily in Southwest Minnesota, with sites throughout MN, SD, and nearby areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of approximately a dozen projects per year, overseeing the entire project lifecycle at wind facilities.
• Plan and schedule capital projects at wind farms.
• Order equipment and coordinate with contractors.
• Communicate and collaborate with site Operations & Maintenance teams.
• Perform limited research and development to select optimal equipment options.
• Manage a multiyear (5-year) project portfolio, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Ensure quality, adherence to schedule, and control costs.
• Travel during construction windows to oversee installations, as needed.
• Engage in desk-based planning and scheduling, including opening and planning work orders.
• Coordinate schedules and field visits with contractors.
• Work with O&M teams to align priorities.
• Research equipment options and document decisions.
• Develop and manage budgets and forecast project portfolios.
• Occasionally visit sites during construction to oversee work.

Requirements

• Engineering degree (Mechanical or Electrical preferred; other disciplines considered), ideally from an ABET-accredited program.
• Project management experience.
• PMP certification (nice to have).
• PE license (nice to have).
• Renewables experience, especially wind energy.
• Strong communication skills, critical due to multisite coordination.
• Ability to work effectively with O&M teams.
• Independent problem solving and ownership.
• Approximately 3–7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong renewables project management background considered, even without a degree (engineering degree highly preferred, not required).

Benefits

System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.