Sr Project Engineer

Job Summary

The project engineer may be assigned projects in any stage of development or construction based on capabilities and experience. This position is responsible for the engineering interface with Development, Transmission Engineering, Operations, Project and Construction Management, and for planning and managing all technical aspects and decisions associated with design, technical adequacy, permitting, schedule, budgets and construction and start-up support of assigned Wind, Solar, and Energy Storage projects.

• For early-stage projects: support preliminary designs, engineering studies, site evaluations, cost estimates, energy estimates, financial model inputs, power marketing efforts, commercial committee presentations, and RFPs for equipment and EPC contractors.
• Perform the primary engineering interface function between Development, Operations, Construction and Project Management for LRE’s renewable energy projects.
• Direct the activities of a multi-discipline engineering team and those of Architect Engineers and Consultants to ensure project requirements are achieved for assigned projects.
• Define and manage the scope, design criteria, priority, schedule, quality, and budget for all assigned engineering tasks required in support of development and project execution.
• Define and establish project technical requirements for EPC RFP scope of work and associated bid reviews, evaluations and recommendations consistent with project budget and delivery milestones.
• Coordinate/manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously within the constraints of available resources and priorities while maintaining project goals and objectives.
• Analyze engineering alternatives to ensure the most cost-effective approach is followed while maintaining compliance with technical adequacy and safety standards.
• Establish and maintain appropriate communication with cross-functional groups to ensure their input is properly factored into project engineering decisions.
• Analyze schedule, budgets and resource indicators and make necessary adjustments to meet project constraints.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering and four (4) years of relevant experience in power generation preferably renewables.
• PE registration is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to work harmoniously and effectively with LRE’s cross-functional groups.
• Demonstrated skills in organizing project schedules and resources to meet project goals in an efficient and cost-effective way.
• Demonstrated ability to act independently, analyze project-related issues and initiate solutions and corrective actions with minimum supervision.
• Good understanding of multi-discipline engineering functions and interdependencies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, projects and priorities in a complex and dynamic environment.
• Good understanding of current market offerings for Wind Turbines, Solar Modules, Solar Inverters and Energy Storage technology.
• Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.