Sr. Project Engineer (Hybrid)

About SolAmerica Energy

SolAmerica Energy is a private equity-backed firm who develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed generation (DG) solar projects and energy storage solutions.

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, SolAmerica has successfully developed and built solar power projects throughout the United States and has a growing pipeline of project opportunities in more than 20 states.

SolAmerica is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion and believes in attracting, retaining, and advancing employees who will best serve and represent its customers, partners, and communities.

We promote fostering a work culture of mutual respect and teamwork, ensuring that everyone can grow and contribute at their greatest potential. For additional information about SolAmerica, visit [www.solamericaenergy.com](http://www.solamericaenergy.com).

The Senior Project Engineer is pivotal in managing the engineering and technical aspects of solar projects, ensuring their successful delivery. In this role, you will gain comprehensive experience in all facets of photovoltaic solar energy generation facility design, equipment, construction, quality assurance, and commissioning.

As an integral part of the engineering team, the Senior Project Engineer will be guided by engineering leadership to execute their responsibilities within the designated Project Team, reporting directly to the Project Manager. You'll collaborate daily with our internal team, consulting engineers, equipment manufacturers, project owners, permitting authorities, subcontractors, and a variety of vendors.

Project Engineers are tasked with devising and implementing effective solutions to challenges while maintaining a business-focused approach to achieve the project's goals and objectives successfully.

This position offers a hybrid work environment, allowing you to split your time between our headquarters in Midtown, Atlanta, your home office, and on-site field activities.

Requirements

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering Management

Project Management

Utility Interconnection Assistance

Quality Assurance and Improvement

EDUCATION & KNOWLEDGE

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

Undergraduate STEM degree (may consider demonstrable experience in relevant industries in lieu of STEM degree)

Ability to read and comprehend plans, drawings, specifications, bid materials, contracts and related construction documents.  Additional training in these skills will be provided.

Ability to be self-motivated and work in a team environment where the focus is on the goals and objectives that determine the success of the projects.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail

Ability to exercise judgment to appropriately balance risks with business objectives

Intellectual curiosity and a desire to constantly learn and improve

Self-starter with a strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple competing priorities

Ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Experience working with renewable energy companies and a deep understanding of the solar industry.

Experience with solar electrical equipment engineering and/or electrical engineering.

Experience with solar racking design and engineering process (geotechnical studies, pile load testing, etc.)

Engineering experience in the field is highly recommended.

Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and testing requirements.

Proficient with MS Project

EIT or PMP Certification

Benefits

SolAmerica Energy offers a competitive salary, benefits package (inclusive of equity-based compensation) and performance bonus opportunities with this position.

Our total rewards strategy is designed to support our employees to thrive professionally and personally while seeking to create a culture of work/life balance as we work toward our collective goals as a business.

We offer a monthly stipend to go towards communication expenses and all our health insurance benefits are effective from Day 1.

It’s a great time to join SolAmerica Energy!

Third Party Agencies & Candidate Submissions

SolAmerica Energy will only consider candidates for this position while it is active.

SolAmerica Energy will not consider unsolicited candidate applications from third party agencies.