Senior Engineering Manager

Brunel; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

PTO: 15 days for 0-5 years, 20 days for 5+ years

Job summary

A leading firm in engineering is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager for utility-scale solar and BESS projects in Austin, Texas. The role involves providing technical direction, overseeing engineering activities, and ensuring compliance with U.S. electrical codes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, 15+ years of experience, and substantial knowledge of MV/HV systems. The company offers an opportunity to shape clean energy's future, health benefits, and 15-20 days PTO based on tenure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years of professional electrical engineering experience.
• 5+ years of experience in utility-scale solar power plant projects.
• In-depth understanding of U.S. electrical codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead all electrical engineering activities for utility-scale solar/BESS projects.
• Collaborate with project managers and procurement teams.
• Oversee engineering studies and design reviews.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Utility-scale solar power

Engineering management

MV/HV systems

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineering Manager

will be responsible for leading all electrical engineering activities for utility-scale solar/BESS power plant projects in U.S. This role provides technical leadership across project development, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. electrical codes, grid requirements, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and expertise for both new solar, BESS etc. projects and existing plant operations.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement teams, to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of projects.
• Coordinate technical activities with EPC contractors, equipment vendors, utilities, and regulatory authorities.
• Evaluate and implement the latest technologies to improve plant performance, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Oversee engineering studies, feasibility analyses, and detailed design reviews.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, codes, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Monitor and improve the technical performance of operating power plants, proposing optimization strategies.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, reports, and technical specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred)
• Minimum 15+ years of professional electrical engineering experience
• 5+ years of experience in utility-scale solar power plant projects
• Proven experience in engineering management and team leadership
• Strong knowledge of MV/HV systems, substations, protection & control, and grid interconnection
• In-depth understanding of U.S. electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEEE)
• Experience with ERCOT and Texas grid interconnection requirements
• Experience working with EPC contractors and field construction teams
• Strong skills in technical documentation, design review, and approval processes

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the future of clean energy in the U.S.
• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
• Health, dental, vision insurance and 401k retirement plan
• PTO: 15 days for 0-5 year, 20 days for 5+ years