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.
The Project Engineer is responsible for engineering and technical aspects of solar projects and is a key player in successful implementation of solar projects. This person will gain broad experience with every facet of photovoltaic solar energy generation facility design, equipment, construction, quality management and commissioning.
The Project Engineer is a member of the engineering team and is supported by the engineering leadership to complete their daily work on their assigned Project Team, managed by the Project Manager. They will interact daily with our internal team, consulting engineers, equipment OEMs, project owners, permit officials, subcontractors, and various vendors.
Project Engineers develop and manage practical solutions to challenges and have a business perspective so to effectively meet the project team goals and objectives.
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.