Senior Solar Project Engineer – Energy Modeling & Development

Invenergy, LLC

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC in Chicago, IL is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to perform engineering activities for project development and assist with the technical design and evaluation of utility-scale solar projects across North America.

You will model energy production, analyze resource data, prepare layouts with CAD/GIS, and coordinate with equipment OEMs while supporting permitting, landowner meetings, and cross-functional teams through construction and operations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related technical discipline including but not limited to Physics, Atmospheric Science, Earth Science, and Environmental Science.
2-4+ years of related experience in the renewable energy industry.
Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Utilize performance modeling software including PVSyst, and System Advisory Model (SAM) to prepare energy production estimates.
Analyze available meteorological datasets and MCP (Measure-Correlate-Predict) methods to assess project resource characteristics.
Prepare conceptual project layouts utilizing CAD and GIS software.
Optimize layouts to maximize project value.
Interface with PV module, inverter, and racking OEMs to obtain technical information and stay apprised of technology advancements and trends.
Conduct site visits to support site evaluation, suitability, and due diligence efforts.
Participate in landowner meetings, community outreach events, and monthly construction meetings.
Assist the development team with federal, state, county, and local permitting efforts.
Support the development and origination teams with the preparation of sales proposals.
Work with the structured finance team to provide responses to lender and independent engineer due diligence questions throughout the project financing process.
Interface with the Project Management and Operations teams leading up to and through project commercial operations.
Ensure timely and complete transfer of technical responsibilities.
Work with the project electrical engineering team to support electrical system design and compliance efforts.