Solar Project Engineer Director

talisman; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Solar Project Engineer to manage technical aspects of C&I solar projects across the United States. This role involves collaborating with engineering partners, overseeing project execution, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a proven track record in solar project management. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector. If you have a passion for solar technology and a desire to drive projects to success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in solar PV industry focusing on commercial and industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and utility interconnection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical efforts with engineering partners to meet project objectives.
• Manage data flow and oversee technical execution of solar projects.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PVsyst

MS Office Suite

Job description

Direct message the job poster from talisman

Our client is a developer for C&I solar projects across the United States. The role involves managing the technical aspects of solar projects from development through final completion. This includes collaborating on project execution plans, overseeing EPC companies, and ensuring compliance with technical standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 7 years of relevant C&I rooftop solar experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical efforts between external engineering partners and internal teams to achieve project objectives on schedule
• Review engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes, and project requirements
• Manage data flow across teams, establishing efficient channels for technical documentation and communication
• Oversee the technical execution of multiple distributed generation solar projects from concept to completion
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues, proactively minimizing delays and financial impacts
• Liaise with permitting authorities and utilities to ensure technical and regulatory requirements are met
• Support the procurement team in technical specification development and vendor selection

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the solar PV industry, focusing on commercial
• and industrial projects
• Strong knowledge of NEC, relevant building codes, and utility interconnection procedures
• Demonstrated experience in managing external engineering firms and contractors
• Exceptional project management skills and capability to handle multiple projects concurrently
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, PVsyst, and MS Office Suite
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Let’s connect and discuss this opportunity in more detail – [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Project Management, and Design

• Industries

  Electric Power Generation, Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, and Construction

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