Project Engineer

POSITION:  Project Engineer 

SUPERVISOR: Engineering Project Manager  

Project Engineer for Utility-Scale Renewable Energy Projects 

Are you an experienced professional motivated by the positive impact of renewable energy on our economy and environment? Do you thrive in a work environment that rewards insight, expertise, and growth? Are you eager to contribute your impeccable engineering skill to the development of award-winning solar and battery storage projects around the US?  

We seek an outstanding Project Engineer to efficiently coordinate planning and daily execution of renewable energy projects from concept through construction. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers, construction managers, technicians, contractors and owners to ensure the successful implementation of solar energy systems. Your expertise in solar engineering and renewable energy technologies will be essential to the company's mission of advancing sustainable energy solutions. 

About the Company 

Established in 2014, Gridworks is a leading EPC contractor for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. Primarily operating across the southwest, we are expanding into other regions. With 2 GW of solar and battery energy storage projects we are well positioned for continued success in the rapidly growing clean energy sector. 

Job Responsibilities:  

Engineering Management and Collaboration 

• Manage internal and third-party engineers of record to produce design deliverables in accordance with client requirements, project budget, within a timeline that meets project schedule  

• Understand engineering’s involvement in safety, quality, estimating, procurement, warranty and other internal teams  

• Be able to read comprehend and manage to EPC Contracts and Subcontracts  

• Work collaboratively across the organization and externally to support Gridworks values and goals 

Design Development  

• Perform Quantity Take Off’s on designs (understanding electrical, civil and structural) scopes and provide comparisons to budget 

• Articulate design intent to clients, receive client and project team feedback and relay to design engineers  

• Provide value engineering as needed  

• Understand construction means and methods of install to facilitate constructability reviews of designs  

Procore Documentation 

• Proficiently utilize Procore for document management 

• Create, track and transmit submittals to clients and engineers of record 

• Timely file relevant documentation and archival of previous design versions  

• Be able to track document revisions in Procore and maintain document control  

Construction Support 

• Create and facilitate responses to construction RFI’s 

• Support commissioning, testing and close out process efforts 

Continuous Improvement 

• Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in electrical engineering 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of electrical design processes 

WORK ENVIORNMENT 

• The ideal candidate should be physically able to sit in front of a computer every workday for long hours at a time 

• This job could operate in the main office or remote 

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and headsets  

• Work can be fast-paced and demanding during peak seasons in project development 

• Candidate must be capable of conducting themselves in a manner reflective of Gridworks Standards in client and contractor meetings  

TRAVEL 

• Light travel is expected for this position. Remote workers may travel more frequently.  

OTHER DUTIES 

As required, please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Gridworks is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• B.S. degree in engineering, ABET accreditation preferred.
  • Can be substituted for with multiple years of industry experience.
• 0-2 years of experience
• Knowledge of electrical, structural or civil principles, components, and systems
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office, PDF viewing and editing, CAD,

PREFERRED EXPIERENCE

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to coordinate between multiple engineering disciplines and companies
• High quality organizational skills
• Ability to understand project schedules and critical path