Nexamp · 1 day ago
Senior Solar Project Engineer II
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expNexamp is a company focused on the clean energy movement, seeking to hire a Senior Solar Project Engineer II for their Project Engineering team. The role involves leading the technical execution of solar power and energy storage projects, managing design and engineering packages, and ensuring projects meet schedules while minimizing costs.
Clean EnergyEnergyFinanceProject ManagementSolar
Responsibilities
Manage engineering and design to support development, permitting, interconnection, construction, and closeout 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- and portfolio-level tradeoffs to minimize LCOE and achieve project objectives
Provide technical support to Nexamp development from lead generation to NTP. Communicate with code-enforcement personnel, provide technical context for development conversations with AHJs, complete auxiliary engineering analyses as needed to advance projects (subsurface engineering investigations, glare studies, FAA reports, noise studies, etc.)
Independently develop and defend engineering opinions on any aspect of the PV design process (Energy modelling, Civil/Electrical/Structural design, PV+BESS, etc.)
Lead technical due diligence on grid-tied generation asset designs
Provide technical support to Nexamp construction from NTP to Substantial Completion. Drive resolutions for RFIs and technical challenges, review submittals, attend weekly construction calls as needed, and support project closeout tasks
Coordinate project-level engineering activities between teams (Electrical, Civil, SCADA, & Design Engineering). Provide guidance and support to external engineering teams, by resolving technical issues and reducing ambiguity while weighing the impact to project risks, performance, and cost
Identify, track, and mitigate project risks by maintaining a project risk register and communicating risks to stakeholders
Own energy production modelling for Nexamp assets utilizing a range of modelling software (PVSYST, Helioscope, SIFT, PVCase Yield, etc.)
Review and approve equipment drawings and specifications for procurement. Review project drawings for constructability and code-compliance
Develop and maintain design/construction code expertise. Track anticipated code updates and analyze their impact on Nexamp’s Engineering standards and Procurement strategies
Develop subject matter expertise in a technical focus area to support objectives of the engineering department
Lead new product and technology research initiatives; present findings and conclusions to senior leaders
Lead process improvement initiatives and own change management
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
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering or equivalent education/certification background
NABCEP certification and/or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) credential required
5+ years of experience in solar project engineering and/or design, including at least 2 years supporting the design, optimization, and construction of grid-tied energy projects—preferably solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or wind
Experience working with third-party engineering firms to deliver construction-ready engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications
Familiarity with the Distributed Generation (DG) or Community Solar landscape, with an understanding of how it differs from C&I and Utility Scale PV
Knowledge of utility, state, or regional differences that affect PV project execution
Demonstrated leadership or decision-making responsibilities across the permitting, interconnection, construction, and/or closeout phases of PV or BESS projects
Strong knowledge of relevant design codes, including the National Electric Code (NEC), International Building Code (IBC), International Fire Code (IFC), and related standards
High proficiency in PVSYST software, with the ability to explain key inputs and outputs for DG, C&I, and/or Utility Scale PV systems
Strong understanding of power engineering principles related to PV and BESS projects
Working knowledge of structural loads in PV and BESS design and common structural mitigation strategies
Moderate understanding of civil engineering and construction practices for PV and BESS
Basic understanding of overcurrent protective device (OCPD) coordination
Familiarity with the design and operation of major PV and BESS components and the ability to review and approve equipment prior to procurement
Experience applying value engineering and project optimization techniques to enhance system performance and cost-efficiency
Ability to anticipate and address construction challenges during early project phases
Working knowledge of AutoCAD software
Moderate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
401(k) employer-match
Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
Flexible paid time off and holiday PTO
Commuter benefits
Cell phone reimbursement
Healthy snacks
Coffee
Service days and other volunteer opportunities
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Company
Nexamp
Nexamp provides renewable and clean energy services designed to minimize energy expenses and carbon emissions.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3.3BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Peter Tawczynski
Chief Financial Officer
Robert Pantano
Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer
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