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Solar Landscape · 3 days ago

Principal Project Engineer, Engineering Standards

Asbury Park, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$115K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S., focused on reshaping energy generation. The Principal Project Engineer, Engineering Standards will establish and manage engineering standards to ensure high-quality project execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams and overseeing quality control.

Clean EnergyEnergySolar

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and document streamlined processes for project engineering, from initial design to commissioning

Continuously evaluate existing processes, identify bottlenecks, and propose improvements to enhance efficiency

Ensure adherence to SOPs across all teams and provide training as needed

Develop, manage and keep updated all the specifications, technical templates, standards and best practices for the company to ensure high quality throughput for the firm’s work

Develop and implement quality control processes to maintain the highest standards in system design, installation, and performance

Engage and onboard third-party engineering firms to work with Project Engineers on project engineering standards

Collaborate with the technology team to maintain and improve the Operations business applications platform

Evaluate site layouts and optimize designs at project award to consider constructability and project cost, provide guidance to Project Engineers

Conduct technology reviews of new products and service offerings to provide the company with a competitive advantage

Act as the Company’s technical expert and advise management, project managers, and project engineers on complex engineering topics

Work with Project Management Leads to optimize project resource planning, scheduling, and resource allocation

Ensure timely completion of milestones and deliverables across all engineering teams within operations

Collaborate with Project Management Leads and HR to recruit, train, and onboard new team members

Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork and productivity

Generate regular reports on department progress, resource utilization, and performance against targets

Build trust and rapport with all Solar Landscape departments

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringSolar Energy SystemsProject ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteAutoCADPVSYSTNABCEP CertificationLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving AbilitiesDetail-Oriented

Required

5+ years project management experience and/or engineering background in Solar

Familiarity with solar energy systems, EPC best practices, quality, and safety protocols

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, Dynamics 365 (or other construction management software), AutoCAD, PVSYST, Adobe Acrobat Pro or equivalent pdf editor

Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and guide teams

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent problem-solving abilities

Organization and communication skills

Detail-oriented, self-starter

Valid Driver's License, occasional travel to various job sites required

Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis