Associate or Manager, Project Execution Engineer

About DESRI

DESRI (formerly D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments) is a market-leading owner and operator of renewable energy projects throughout the United States. We have acquired or developed approximately 11 gigawatts of contracted capacity across a portfolio of over 70 renewable energy projects in 24 states.

About the role

You’ll be tasked with supporting DESRI’s Engineering team by managing project engineering design including civil, structural, geotechnical, electrical engineering scopes. You’ll collaborate with the Preconstruction, Procurement, and Construction teams as projects mature from preliminary early-stage designs to issue-for-construction (“IFC”). In addition, you’ll be a vital member of the preconstruction design and execution team while being responsible for technical and engineering project scopes, including engineering, procurement, and construction (“EPC”) technical coordination. You’ll also be responsible for project design optimization, and leading coordination of project technical challenges with both internal and external subject matter experts

What you'll do

DESRI is seeking a talented and highly motivated individual to join its team as a Project Execution Engineering Associate or Manager, title to be commensurate based on experience. The role provides the opportunity to participate in the technical coordination including engineering, procurement, and construction ("EPC") of renewable energy assets in an inclusive and engaging work environment. As a member of the engineering team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the design and electrical compliance of assets and the firm’s portfolio. You will work with a growing team of engineers in a dynamic and agile organization, contributing to the success of renewable energy projects and the transition to a sustainable future. This role offers the opportunity to work in an inclusive, collaborative, and engaging working environment.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in engineering.
• A minimum of four to seven years of experience with a strong focus on project execution. Strong preference will be given to candidates with dominant utility-scale renewable energy experience (solar, wind, or battery storage) with an emphasis on PV, BESS, and layout design and optimization.
• Higher-level understanding of the basic principles of related disciplines, with excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as superior organizational, ability to multi-task on several projects in a fast-paced environment, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Advanced understanding of renewable project constructability, electrical system optimization (including inverter capacity, capacitor banks, DC/AC/POI optimization), coordination and understanding of basis electrical studies (such as reactive power, ampacity, etc.), and deep knowledge of electrical components and configurations.
• A demonstrated interest in and experience with renewable energy projects in the United States, as well as solar experience, are strongly preferred.
• The expected annual base salary for this position is $130,000 to $185,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.