Sr. Project Engineer

Blattner; Avon (MN); On-site; USD 101,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

HDHP insurance for employees

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA options

Dental and Vision insurance

Education Assistance

Job summary

Blattner, based in Avon, Minnesota, is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead the engineering execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects from award through closeout. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, ensure constructible, code-compliant designs, and mentor junior engineers to raise engineering standards.

The role requires an ABET-accredited engineering degree, EIT or FE, 4+ years’ experience, travel up to 50%, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• EIT or FE certification required, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Four+ years of progressive engineering experience on utility-scale renewable energy, industrial, EPC, or heavy infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating across multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable MVR.
• Ability to travel up to 50% to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities from award through design delivery, construction support, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop and maintain Basis of Design (BOD) docs, engineering reviews, RFIs, and technical deliverables.
• Coordinate engineering activities with Owners, EOR, Construction, Project Management, IPS, and internal teams.
• Review drawings, calculations, specifications, vendor submittals, and third-party packages for quality and compliance.
• Support procurement by reviewing equipment selections, submittals, and vendor docs.
• Manage engineering changes, risks, design revisions, and field support during construction.
• Partner with construction teams to resolve field issues and support commissioning.
• Mentor Engineer I/II and CAD Designers with technical guidance.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects ensuring quality and schedule.

Skills

Project leadership

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Communication

Travel readiness

Regulatory knowledge

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

We're currently hiring Senior Electrical Engineers across multiple renewable energy business units, including:

• Solar – Project Engineering
• Wind – Project Engineering

A DAY IN THE LIFE

As a Senior Project Engineer, you'll lead the engineering execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects from project award through construction and closeout. You'll serve as a key technical resource, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, innovative, and cost-effective engineering solutions while ensuring projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with client expectations.

A typical day may involve coordinating with Owners, Engineers of Record (EOR), Construction, Integrated Supply Chain, Project Management, and internal engineering teams to review designs, manage technical deliverables, resolve field issues, support procurement activities, and guide engineering decisions throughout the project lifecycle.

You’ll help transform engineering concepts into successful projects by ensuring designs are constructible, code-compliant, and ready for execution while mentoring junior engineers and continuously improving engineering standards across the organization.

STEP INTO THE ROLE

• Lead engineering activities from project award through design delivery, construction support, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Develop and maintain Basis of Design (BOD) documentation, engineering reviews, RFIs, and technical deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate engineering activities with Owners, Engineers of Record (EOR), Construction, Project Management, Integrated Supply Chain, and internal engineering teams.
• Review engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, vendor submittals, and third-party engineering packages to ensure quality, constructability, and compliance.
• Support procurement activities by reviewing equipment selections, technical submittals, and vendor documentation.
• Manage engineering changes, technical risks, design revisions, and field support activities throughout construction.
• Partner with construction teams to resolve field issues, support commissioning activities, and ensure successful project execution.
• Mentor Engineer I, Engineer II, and CAD Designers through technical guidance, coaching, and engineering best practices.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining engineering quality, schedule commitments, and client expectations.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering standards, workflows, and project execution through continuous improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited college.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification required, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Four or more years of progressive engineering experience supporting utility-scale renewable energy, industrial, EPC, power generation, or heavy infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing multiple engineering priorities while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR).
• Ability to travel up to 50% to project sites based on project and business needs.

What Sets You Apart

• Experience supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects through project engineering, construction support, and project closeout.
• Strong understanding of engineering design, constructability, procurement, commissioning, and project execution.
• Experience collaborating with Owners, Engineers of Record (EOR), EPC partners, Integrated Supply Chain, and Construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining engineering quality, schedule, and client satisfaction.
• Passion for mentoring engineers, solving complex technical challenges, and continuously improving engineering processes and project delivery.

How We Invest In You

• Competitive pay
• 100% employer paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA and FSA options
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
• Work/Life balance
• Employee/Family focused culture
• Gym on site
• And more!

$100,561.00 - $145,814.00 Individual Compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity.

WHO ARE WE?

With more than 115 years of construction experience, Blattner has played a vital role in building America's critical infrastructure, ranging from railroads and highways to dams and mines. Since 1997, the company has focused on renewable energy solutions and is responsible for some of the most significant solar, wind and storage projects in the U.S. Today, Blattner has installed over 20% of America's utility-scale wind, solar and energy storage capacity. Blattner Company is the parent company of Blattner Energy and D.H. Blattner & Sons, of which all are members of the Quanta Services family of companies. Company headquarters are in Avon, Minnesota.

Blattner is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Blattner will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Blattner is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Blattner prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.