Project Engineer II - Electrical/Solar

Veregy - Jefferson City, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Jefferson City, MO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Veregy is an award-winning NAESCO-Accredited decarbonization company focusing on accelerating and simplifying the Energy Transition. We provide turnkey engineering and construction services designed to reduce our clients' energy and operating costs through the implementation of energy efficiency and infrastructure upgrades, smart building technology, fleet EV infrastructure, clean energy generation, and sustainability. The Project Engineer plays a crucial role in this mission by applying knowledge of solar and electrical engineering principles and practices in the design of electrical systems for engineering projects. This position is essential for ensuring that our projects meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency, contributing to the creation of eco-friendly environments that transform lives. The Project Engineer will lead the design and specifications of solar arrays, electrical power distribution, and lighting systems. This role involves supporting other design initiatives as required and leading project team members to meet project deliverables and deadlines. The engineer will read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports, preparing calculations to establish appropriate sizing for infrastructure, equipment, and distribution. Additionally, the engineer will research, verify, review, and become familiar with local, state, and national code requirements, participating in project meetings during all phases of the project. The Project Engineer will evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria required on projects, engaging third-party consultants for design assistance or review. They will develop detailed Scopes of Work, Specifications, and Preliminary Implementation Schedules, solicit bids from qualified contractors, and define the final project scope, revising Scope of Work Documents as necessary. The engineer will generate and finalize the Project Estimate, validate the Energy Savings Guarantee and M&V Plan, assist with the Final Contract preparation, and participate in the final Turnover Meeting with the Development and Operations Teams. Reviewing contractor submittals to determine conformance with contract documents and supporting the Project Manager during construction are also key responsibilities of this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and specifications of solar arrays, electrical power distribution, and lighting systems.
• Support other design initiatives as required.
• Lead project team members with project deliverables and deadlines.
• Read/Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Prepare calculations to establish appropriate sizing for infrastructure, equipment, and distribution.
• Research, verify, review, and become familiar with local, state, and national code requirements.
• Participate in project meetings during all phases of the project.
• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria required on projects.
• Engage third-party consultants for design assistance or review.
• Develop detailed Scopes of Work, Specifications, and Preliminary Implementation Schedule.
• Solicit bids from qualified contractors.
• Define final project scope and revise Scope of Work Documents to rebid, as necessary.
• Generate and finalize the Project Estimate.
• Validate the Energy Savings Guarantee and M&V Plan.
• Assist with the Final Contract preparation.
• Participate in final Turnover Meeting with the Development and Operations Teams.
• Review contractor submittals to determine conformance with contract documents.
• Support the Project Manager as required during Construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Professional Engineer Licensure and Certified Energy Manager credentials preferred.
• Experience in electrical design including complex circuitry.
• 5+ years experience preparing engineering reports.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• AutoCAD/Revit experience desired.
• Proficiency in computer applications, preferably Microsoft Office with an understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong relationship and communicative skills demonstrated by the ability to work collaboratively with a team of like-minded professionals, Owner representatives, third-party consultants, and/or subcontractor's representatives.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation.
• Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave, and Paid Time Off.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans.
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions.
• Employer Sponsored Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance.
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Continued Education and Trade Certification Sponsorship.
• Company Branded Trucks Provided.