Senior Solar Project Engineer

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp!This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world.What we're looking for: Nexamp is seeking to hire a Senior Solar Project Engineer to join the Project Engineering team to work on solar and energy storage projects in the Distributed Generation (DG), Commercial & Industrial (C&I), and Utility-Scale Solar markets. You will get the opportunity to spearhead the engineering and design initiatives for our solar power plants and energy storage systems. In this role, you will manage the full project lifecycle from development to construction, ensuring designs are optimized to meet project schedules while minimizing costs. Your expertise in solar design, project engineering, and thorough understanding of industry standards will drive our projects to successful completion. Your role involves leading energy modeling using Helioscope and PVSYST, reviewing and approving procurement specifications, and providing decisive technical support throughout the project phases. You'll also be instrumental in pioneering new technologies and process improvements, developing vital vendor and consultant relationships, and contributing to the training and development of our engineering team.We are supporting hybrid work out of our Boston or DC offices. You will report to the Manager, Project Engineering.What you'll do: Manage engineering and design to support development, permitting, interconnection, construction, and record design phases for solar power plants and energy storage systems. Create drawings as needed to maintain project timelines. Support construction of engineering designs. Lead the activities of the project team to deliver optimized design and engineering packages to meet the requirements of the project schedule. Make decisions on project-level tradeoffs to minimize Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) and achieve project objectives. Provide technical support to Nexamp development from lead generation to NTP. Provide technical support to Nexamp construction from NTP to Substantial Completion. Coordinate project-level engineering activities between teams (Electrical, Civil, SCADA, & Design Engineering). Measure and mitigate project risks by maintaining a project risk register and communicating risks to stakeholders. Lead energy modelling for Nexamp assets utilizing Helioscope and PVSYST software. Review and approve equipment drawings and specifications for procurement. Support new product and technology research initiatives. Lead process improvement initiatives. Develop and manage relationships with a network of vendors and engineering consultants for the entire project life cycle. Support training of engineering department personnel and development of design drawing libraries. Perform site visits during construction for project assessment. Additional duties as assigned and/or directed. What you'll bring: Degree in engineering or equivalent educational/certification background. At least 4 years of experience in designing, optimizing, and supporting ground-mounted PV projects, preferably with tracker systems. Demonstrated experience and understanding of DG/Community Solar and its differences from C&I and Utility Scale Solar. Proficiency in energy modeling, BESS design, civil/electrical design, foundation testing, and risk assessment. Knowledge of NEC, IBC, and IFC codes, with experience leading code interpretation and developing engineering standards. Skilled in PVSYST and AutoCAD, with a strong understanding of power engineering principles. Experience managing PV projects and portfolios in collaboration with external engineering firms. Expertise in project scheduling, cost estimation, contract management, and technical procurement support for PV and BESS. NABCEP or EIT certification preferred. Strong quality management experience with the ability to address construction challenges and drive project success. Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today. Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization. Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions. Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry. Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions. If you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We encourage people from minority or marginalized groups to apply. At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We believe a diverse team brings different perspectives and experiences, thus benefiting our work. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll love working here because: Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, cell phone reimbursement; as well as a hybrid work environment.Compensation The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $95,000 - $120,000. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but is not limited to, skills and qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-01