Project Engineer / Electrical Engineer

Clēnera is the US-based subsidiary of an international renewable energy developer, Enlight Renewable Energy (Nasdaq: ENLT). Our company culture is at the core of everything we do, so you’ll regularly find Caring, Committed, and Courageous individuals who value respectful, cross-functional collaboration with partners internally and externally. We are on a pursuit to truly change the world through acquiring, developing, building, and managing utility-scale solar farms and energy storage systems throughout the United States. Clēnera has a current operating portfolio of 1.3 GWdc and an additional 15.1 GWdc in our pipeline. Are you ready to change the world with us?

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Project Engineer will provide performance analysis and design expertise on utility-scale solar and energy storage projects during the development, design, construction, and asset management phases. Additionally, you will support due diligence independent engineering work like following up on IE requests, gathering data/info, and collaborating with internal and external engineers. Remote candidates with engineering experience in photovoltaics and/or energy storage will be considered. Otherwise, the role is based in Boise, Idaho.   

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Evaluate equipment performance and specifications by working with our internal Procurement team and equipment suppliers to drive technology evolution.
• Create photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage production estimates using commercial software programs, like PVsyst, or in-house models.
• Coordinate Independent Engineer (IE) due diligence including contract management, reviewing IE reports, IE energy assessments, and providing feedback as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date industry knowledge on new technologies and energy assessment techniques for both PV and energy storage.
• Review and provide technical input for key contracts including interconnection agreements, power purchase agreements, engineering procurement and construction (EPC) agreements.
• Create and build conceptual system design and site layouts for both PV and energy storage.
• Provide value engineering and analysis of design alternatives based on impact on financial returns for both PV and energy storage.
• Collaborate with individual department, as well as cross-functionally with other departments within the organization.
• Maintain organizational excellence in terms of project timelines and deliverables.
• Demonstrates the Clēnera Core Values of Caring, Committed, and Courageous.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field, and a minimum of 3 years of experience in utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) and/or utility-scale energy storage project engineering. 
  • OR: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and a minimum of 3 years of engineering experience. 
• Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and an ability to learn company-specific software programs, tools, processes, and machines.
• Skills/Attributes:
  • Familiarity with technical specs of the equipment used in solar + storage projects.
  • Familiar with basic energy modeling techniques to predict energy consumption and assess system performance.
  • Foundational engineering contract knowledge and understanding.
  • Ability to review a project schedule, including design reviews, constructability, and value engineering.
  • Capable at nurturing new relationships for collaboration in achieving shared goals.
  • Ability to independently gather and understand project requirements to effectively complete a task.
  • Competent in basic engineering project management, overseeing tasks and schedules to ensure projects are completed.
  • Adept at conveying detailed information in a clear and concise manner, ensuring effective understanding among internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to work through different opinions of design choices, including potential conflict resolution.
  • Self-motivated to work through complex problems and competing priorities, including a high level of detail and organization.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

BENEFITS

• Clēnera pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums for a suite of medical, dental, and vision coverages.
• Hybrid Work Environment
• HSA and FSA Plans Available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Public Holidays)
• Incentive Pay and RSU Plans

*Recruiting agencies, we are not currently accepting unsolicited referrals for this or any open role. We will not pay any fee associated with unsolicited referrals. 

At Clēnera, LLC, we’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by state or federal law.