Project Engineer

Agilitas Energy - Wakefield, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Wakefield, MA

Utilities

About the position

The Project Engineer position is a key member of the project team and is responsible for developing project designs, specifications, cost estimates and provide construction-level technical support for utility scale solar and energy storage projects. The Project Engineer is involved in a project from early stage development, through construction, and final handoff to the Asset Management team.

Responsibilities

• Engineering/design of large scale photovoltaic and energy storage systems with a heavy focus on value-add engineering and system performance optimization.
• Create permit and construction level detailed, design packages.
• Define project specific technical requirements, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Liaise with outside consultants, engineers, electric utilities, and other involved stakeholders.
• Assist with project planning, schedules, and operating strategies.
• Develop project cost estimates and assist with project buyout.
• Review and evaluate new and emerging technologies and equipment.
• Create bid solicitation packages for key equipment and contract labor.
• Review and manage contractor RFIs and submittals.
• Execute site QA/QC activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Agilitas.

Requirements

• Proficient with AutoCAD.
• Experience with PVSyst or similar energy modeling software.
• Base level understanding of the solar/energy storage design and construction process.
• Excellent time and workload management skills.
• Strong technical aptitude with ability to deliver creative solutions.
• Self-driven, highly motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• High degree of attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to read and comprehend electrical, mechanical, civil and/or architectural drawings.
• Strong work ethic with a passion to advance renewable energy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Microsoft Project and Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Minimum Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Civil or Electrical preferred.
• 3-5 years proven track record in solar PV/energy storage engineering, development and/or construction.
• Experience with design/build commercial or industrial construction projects and contracts.
• OSHA 10 hour Construction Card a plus.
• Knowledge of Building and Electrical codes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, vision and dental insurance.
• Health Savings and Flex Spending Account eligibility.
• 401k plan eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance.
• Access to Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance.