Project Execution Engineering Manager

LVI Associates; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking a Project Execution Engineering Manager in Denver, CO. This role involves managing engineering scopes, optimizing designs, and coordinating across teams for utility-scale projects. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering and 4-7 years of project execution experience in renewable energy. This full-time position offers an annual salary range of $150,000.00 to $190,000.00.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in project execution, preferably in utility-scale renewable energy.
• Strong understanding of PV and BESS layout design and optimization.
• Familiarity with electrical or mechanical system design principles.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering scopes and technical coordination across EPC phases.
• Support design optimization and constructability reviews for renewable energy projects.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment between teams.
• Coordinate with internal and external experts to resolve technical challenges.
• Contribute to the development of electrical and mechanical system designs.
• Participate in pre-construction planning and strategy development.

Skills

Project execution

Renewable energy knowledge

Technical coordination

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Job description

Overview

The Project Execution Engineer will support the Engineering team by managing technical scopes with a primary focus on electrical or mechanical engineering disciplines, while also coordinating across civil, structural, and geotechnical scopes. This role plays a key part in advancing projects from early-stage design through issue-for-construction (IFC), working closely with internal teams including Pre-construction, Procurement, and Construction. The successful candidate will lead technical coordination efforts, optimize project design, and resolve engineering challenges in collaboration with internal and external subject matter experts.

Job Title

Commercial Director, Renewables & Clean Technology | Driving Growth in Renewable Energy & Conventional Power | Strategic Partner in Talent Strategy &…

Role

Project Execution Engineering Manager

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr

Locations

Denver CO, Houston, TX, NYC, NY

Company Overview

A leading renewable energy firm with a national footprint, this organization owns and operates a diverse portfolio of utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects. With over 11 gigawatts of contracted capacity across more than 70 projects in 24 states, the company is committed to accelerating the transition to clean energy through innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage engineering scopes and technical coordination across EPC phases, with a focus on electrical or mechanical systems.


• Support design optimization and constructability reviews for utility-scale renewable energy projects.


• Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment between engineering, procurement, and construction teams.


• Coordinate with internal and external experts to resolve technical challenges and ensure compliance with project requirements.


• Contribute to the development of electrical system designs (e.g., inverter capacity, DC/AC/POI optimization, reactive power studies) or mechanical systems (e.g., structural layouts, thermal systems, equipment integration).


• Participate in pre-construction planning and execution strategy development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.


• 4-7 years of experience in project execution, preferably in utility-scale renewable energy (solar, wind, or battery storage).


• Strong understanding of PV and BESS layout design and optimization.


• Familiarity with electrical or mechanical system design principles, including ampacity, reactive power, component configuration, or structural and thermal systems.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.


• Demonstrated interest in renewable energy and sustainability.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Project Management