Project Engineer, Electrical Engineering

About Lightsource bp Lightsource bp is a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For more than a decade we have worked to diversify how the world is powered through sustainable and responsible renewable energy.

Our teams deliver safe, affordable and reliable large scale solar and energy storage solutions that support the global energy transition. As our business continues to grow, we are investing in innovation, technology and people to help accelerate decarbonization and energy security worldwide.

Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

The Role The Project Engineer plays an important role in delivering utility scale solar PV and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across the United States. This position supports projects from late stage development through construction and performance testing.

Working closely with development, engineering, construction and finance teams, the Project Engineer ensures that technical requirements are clearly defined, properly implemented and aligned with project schedules and budgets.

This role is ideal for an engineer with early career experience in utility scale renewable projects who is eager to deepen technical expertise while contributing to the delivery of complex infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities Establish and manage engineering requirements within EPC contracts and project documentation

Support the Tendering team in EPC contractor selection and contract negotiations

Provide engineering support to the Project Management team during project execution

Review and approve project designs, drawings and technical submittals during development and construction

Manage external Owner’s Engineers supporting design reviews and construction oversight

Support engagement with Independent Engineers for third party project financing

Conduct site visits to support construction progress and milestone verification

Coordinate technical RFI responses and gather input from internal subject matter experts

Provide technical diligence support for project finance activities

Capture and share lessons learned to support continuous improvement in project delivery and operations

Develop tools and processes to manage technical requests and track engineering deliverables

Represent your discipline in development, delivery and stakeholder meetings as needed

Knowledge

Understanding of codes and regulations relevant to solar project construction

Experience with engineering design for utility scale PV plants

Familiarity with project financing structures and technical diligence requirements

Knowledge of key industry stakeholders including EPC contractors, investors, technical advisors and independent engineers

Understanding of PV technology, balance of system components and market trends

Ability to interpret site documentation and technical reports

Knowledge of EPC cost estimation methodologies based on project design

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university

Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD or Sketch Up Experience  with solar simulation tools such as PVsyst, PVSol, StorageVAT or similar platforms

Willingness to travel up to 25% for project site visits and key project meetings

Experience

Up to 3 years of experience in a similar engineering role within renewable energy or infrastructure projects

Utility scale solar PV design for construction, including high voltage substations

Battery energy storage systems and integration with PV and high voltage infrastructure

Civil design considerations for solar development including access roads, drainage and site hydrology

Electrical system design including studies such as thermal ampacity, load flow, reactive power and protection coordination

Energy resource assessment and project optimization

Experience supporting solar PV construction activities, project documentation and technical reviews

Behaviors and Competencies Curious and eager to learn

Highly organized and able to manage multiple deliverables and deadlines

Strong technical fundamentals

Problem solver who can balance flexibility with maintaining critical project requirements

Solid understanding of engineering codes and standards

Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this role is $105,000 to $120,000, plus a 15% annual bonus.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

Health, dental, prescription and vision coverage starting on your first day, with zero…