Solar Project Engineer (remote)

14324 – Solar Project Engineer (remote) – Juno Beach, FL

Start Date: ASAP
Type: Temporary Project
Estimated Duration: 12+ months with possible extensions
Work Setting: Remote. Travel to Juno will be required, more frequently during the first 3-6 months in the role

Required:
• Experience leading engineering teams and providing oversight for major energy infrastructure projects (15+ years)
• Engineering experience (5+ years)
• Experience outside of the power industry (aerospace, civil/stormwater, etc)
• Experience performing engineering assignments across multiple disciplines (electrical, mechanical, civil/structural, valve engineering).
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering. Discipline can be electrical, civil, mechanical, aerospace or chemical.

Preferred:
• Experience with engineering and project management on utility scale solar projects
• Experience with DG/commercial solar, wind, BESS, combined cycle, nuclear, hydrogen, substation or transmission.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Plan, organize, and manage engineering projects across multiple disciplines, ensuring alignment with cost, reliability, and performance goals.
• Provide oversight and leadership to engineering teams, supervising design development, permitting, and compliance activities for energy infrastructure projects.
• Conduct technical analysis, project coordination, and engineering oversight with a focus on utility‑scale solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and power plant operations.
• Perform specialized engineering functions as required, including Electrical/I&C, Mechanical, Civil/Structural, and MOV Valve engineering.
• Support detailed technical assessments, engineering design reviews, and compliance verifications to ensure regulatory and safety standards are met.
• Assist with project management activities such as negotiations, performance tracking, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
• Bridge the gap between conceptual engineering and field execution, applying best practices to ensure long‑term performance and reliability of designs.

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18642
Required:
• Experience reviewing PV designs, studies, and drawings for technical compliance;
• Experience managing EORs, EPCs, and technical consultants on engineering deliverables;
• Experience writing and reviewing technical Scopes of Work;
• Experience ensuring adherence to AHJ requirements and industry technical standards;
• Experience providing value engineering solutions for PV projects;
• Experience supporting technical due diligence for project financing;
• Experience leading technical discussions with Transmission Owners and ISOs;
• Experience supporting construction activities and answering RFIs;

Responsibilities:
• Leading and managing PV projects from interconnection through permitting and construction while ensuring schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met.
• Managing EORs, EPCs, and consultants, writing and managing Scopes of Work, and participating in contract negotiations.
• Conducting comprehensive reviews of engineering designs, project plans, and system specifications to ensure compliance with standards and customer requirements.
• Coordinating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and overseeing project documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Identifying and mitigating project risks, supporting project financing due diligence, and providing value engineering solutions to reduce cost.
• Providing technical expertise and guidance to team members and communicating project status and updates to stakeholders.
• Leading conversations with Transmission Owners and ISOs to support technical requirements and supporting construction teams by answering RFIs.

Why apply?
• Gain experience with one of the world's largest solar and wind energy providers, which last year briefly became the most valued U.S. energy company;
• Work with a great team of professionals and learn the newest technologies and approaches;
• Enjoy our Client’s wonderful campus with top-notch facilities for work and recreation;
• Benefit from multiple project extensions;
• Receive support and advice from Vitaver consultants who are already working at our Client’s site;
• Get extra cash by participating in the Vitaver Successful Completion Bonus Program;
• Always get paid in full and on time.