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Company

Pivot Energy · 4 hours ago

Solar Project Engineer III

Denver, Colorado

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$100K/yr - $160K/yr

4+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Support the development of project quality control standards, processes, and tools used in the engineering, construction, and commissioning of community-scale solar and energy storage systems.

Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to address technical issues and ensure timely execution of project activities, including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

Conduct on-site and remote inspections on active construction sites and operational assets to ensure compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality control standards.

Review and analyze engineering plan sets, equipment submittals, and technical specifications to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, regulatory codes, and Pivot quality standards.

Identify lessons learned and value engineering opportunities from construction projects.

Coordinate with internal project management and finance teams to support project financing and diligence activities.

Review and respond to contractor Requests for Information (RFI) with urgency and professionalism.

Collaborate with Owner’s Engineers and Independent Engineers to maintain strong working relationships and address project-related challenges.

Assist Pivot’s Operations and Maintenance team in reviewing operational asset production data and troubleshooting issues, as needed.

Qualification

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Community-scale solar PVEnergy storage engineeringPhotovoltaic system designBattery energy storage designNational Electric CodeInternational Fire CodeAC electrical designDC electrical designUtility distribution requirementsPVsystSystem performance analysisElectrical commissioning standardsTechnical specifications reviewFour-year engineering degreeE.I.T. certificationPE licenseNABCEP certificationsSpreadsheets proficiencyWord processing proficiencyProject coordinationAction-oriented mentalityProcoreSmartsheet

Required

4+ years of experience in community-scale solar PV and energy storage engineering and construction.

Knowledge of photovoltaic system design, and battery energy storage system design. National Electric Code, International Fire Code, and other relevant building codes.

Knowledge of AC and DC electrical design and equipment.

Knowledge of utility distribution requirements, equipment, and design.

Working knowledge of PVsyst and system performance analysis.

Knowledge of solar, battery energy storage, and electrical commissioning and testing standards and techniques. Especially the International Electrical Testing Association’s Standard for Acceptance Testing Specifications.

Strong working knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing programs.

Exceptional interpersonal skills with an aptitude for professionally building trust and rapport.

Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.

Must have a constant sense of urgency and an 'action-oriented' mentality with comfort operating in undefined spaces, and a desire to create systems to standardize undefined processes.

Preferred

Four-year engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university; electrical, mechanical, or energy focus.

E.I.T. certification or PE license.

NABCEP PV Installation Professional, PV System Inspector, or PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist Certification.

Extensive knowledge of solar and storage project construction means and methods.

Experience reviewing EPC contracts for deliverables and technical requirements.

Working knowledge of Procore and Smartsheet.

Benefits

Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company

Four weeks of vacation plus employment milestone bonus vacations

Company paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage

Generous parental leave

401(k) matching (after vesting period)

Work from home stipend for new employees

Public transit reimbursement

PTO for volunteering in the community

Charitable donation matching up to $500/year

Professional development and educational reimbursements

Company

Pivot Energy

Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects.

Founded in 2009

Denver, Colorado, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.pivotenergy.net

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