Project Engineer, Renewable Engineering (Solar)

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Chicago, IL
Mid level
Greentech • Real Estate • Social Impact • Energy • Industrial • Solar • Renewable Energy
We are innovators building a sustainable world. We hope you’ll join us.
The Role
The Project Engineer will support project development and technical design for utility-scale solar projects, conduct site assessments, assist with permitting and project financing, and collaborate with various engineering and project teams.
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Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview

The Project Engineer (Renewable Engineering) will perform engineering activities to support project development and assist with the technical design and evaluation of utility-scale solar projects in Invenergy’s target markets.  

Responsibilities:

  • Define project constraints and buildable area considering existing infrastructure, topography, hydrology, and subsurface ground conditions

  • Prepare conceptual project layouts. Optimize layouts to maximize project value.

  • Analyze available meteorological datasets and apply long-term correlation to assess project resource characteristics

  • Estimate project annual energy production, energy uncertainty, energy probability values, and time-based production profiles

  • Conduct site visits to assess site suitability, participate in landowner meetings and community outreach events, and participate in monthly construction meetings.

  • Assist with federal, state, county, and local permitting efforts

  • Support the preparation of project sales proposals

  • Support project financing by responding to lender and independent engineer due diligence questions

  • Interface with the Project Management, Project Electrical Engineering, and Operations teams leading up to and through project commercial operations

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related technical discipline

  • 3+ years of engineering or related technical discipline experience

  • Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree is a plus. 

  • Renewable Engineering experience is a plus

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

  • Ability to multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple projects at a time

  • Excellent verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills

  • Demonstrated interest in renewable energy

  • Desire to work in a dynamic environment alongside people with multiple interests and backgrounds

  • Familiarity with resource and energy modeling software including PVsyst and SAM

  • Familiarity with site design tools including AutoCAD and GIS software

  • Knowledge of meteorological data sources, long term correlation methods, and other statistical analysis

  • Knowledge of energy project economics and familiarity with concepts such as NPV, IRR and LCOE

 

Base Pay

90,000.00 - 115,000.00 USD Annual

Bonus: 20% - 30%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

 

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

 

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
2,500 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

Invenergy is a leading global privately-held developer and operator of sustainable energy solutions. We are headquartered in the Chicago and have 2000+ employees across the Americas, Europe and Asia. We have successfully developed over 175 projects, including wind, solar, and natural gas power generation as well as advanced energy storage facilities.

We are innovators at heart — we design, build and operate. We take pride in a company culture that encourages personal and professional growth, and in a workplace where our people feel a sense of ownership and belonging.

Why Work With Us

Invenergy strives to do the right thing while creating a sense of purpose, inclusion and belonging for all employees. As a leading developer, owner, and operator of sustainable energy solutions, Invenergy is guided by our unique culture and values, focused on our mission and driven to achieve our vision.

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