Project Engineer, Renewable Engineering (Solar) - Invenergy
Chicago, IL
About the Job
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.
Job Description
Position Overview
The Project Engineer (Renewable Engineering) will perform engineering activitiesto 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
Benefits
Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, 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.
