Sr Project Engineer / Electrical Engineer

New Jersey Resources; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Sr. Project Engineer with expertise in electrical engineering and renewable energy projects. This role involves managing large-scale solar and wind projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. You will lead a talented team, negotiate contracts, and oversee engineering plans, all while contributing to a sustainable energy future. Join a supportive and community-focused environment that values growth and offers competitive pay and benefits. If you are passionate about clean energy and project management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Opportunities for growth and development

Competitive pay and benefits

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in engineering and construction management.
• Experience in solar and energy project implementations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction projects ensuring timely completion and budget adherence.
• Lead a team of professionals in various clean energy platform constructions.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

Solar Energy Implementation

Communication Skills

Procurement Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Energize your future and join our team as we pursue a reliable, sustainable, cleaner energy future. At our Fortune 1000 diversified energy company, you’ll find a friendly, community-minded environment, with flexible work schedules, opportunities for growth and development, and competitive pay and benefits.

NJR Clean Energy Ventures (CEV), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources (NJR), is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Electrical Engineer, with a focus on solar/renewables, to manage NJR CEV project plans including the execution of engineering and construction RFPs, and the construction and implementation of multiple commercial solar, wind, and CHP projects. Develop and implement program standards and oversee major Operations and Maintenance (O&M) outages and wind assets.

Major Responsibilities/Essential Functions

1. Oversee construction with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC), landlord, and tenants to ensure completion on time and within budget for projects ranging from 2MW to 150MW, up to $150 million. May oversee 1-4 projects entailing oversight of project management personnel at site locations.
2. Manage and coordinate negotiation and documentation of EPC agreements for all clean energy platforms.
3. Lead a team of technical and project management professionals in the construction of various clean energy platforms.
4. Manage procurement (if any) to ensure timely completion within budget.
5. Oversee the review and approval of electrical and construction engineering plans.
6. Oversee the implementation of major O&M outages for various Clean Energy Ventures.
7. Develop and approve commissioning test plans.
8. Oversee commissioning testing programs, construction permitting, and interconnection processes.
9. Manage all landowner issues at the various project sites.
10. Assist with the preparation of various reports and presentations for senior NJR management.
11. Maintain effective internal and external contacts.

Position Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering required, Electrical Engineering preferred.
2. Minimum of 7-10 years’ experience working with and leading engineering and construction teams.
3. Experience in solar and energy project implementations.
4. Professional Engineer or Project Management Professional Certification preferred.
5. Proficiency in MS Office and effective communication skills.
6. Travel required – 25-35%.
7. The above job description is reflective of primary duties and does not limit additional responsibilities as deemed necessary.

New Jersey Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.