Project Engineer
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Solar Field Engineer / Project Engineer (Solar Construction)
Location: Charlotte County / Richmond, VA
Duration: 12-Month Contract (Potential for Extension)
Pay Rate: $40–$42/hr
Per Diem: $178/day for qualified candidates residing more than 50 miles from the project site
Schedule : Up to 75%+ travel throughout Virginia project sites
- We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support utility-scale solar construction projects across Virginia.
- This role will work closely with construction project managers, EPC contractors, and cross-functional stakeholders to oversee project execution, technical issues, compliance, commissioning, and project turnover activities.
- Support solar project management teams with technical issue resolution and project execution activities
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including EPC contractors, permitting agencies, owner's representatives, operations, environmental, safety, and supply chain teams
- Monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with contract requirements, technical specifications, and permitting conditions
- Manage project RFIs, NCRs, submittals, and change orders
- Participate in contractor meetings and provide project status updates
- Support commissioning activities, punch list management, turnover walkdowns, and project closeout documentation
- Review EPC deliverables, technical reports, specifications, performance test reports, and as-built drawings
- Review environmental inspection reports and provide recommendations to contractors
- Assist with milestone tracking, contractor notices, and commercial documentation
- Prepare weekly project reports and communicate project status to stakeholders
- Collaborate with project teams to drive consistency, best practices, and successful project delivery
- 5–6+ years of engineering or construction engineering experience
- Prior experience as a Solar Field Engineer or Project Engineer on utility-scale solar construction projects
- Strong understanding of renewable energy generation systems, power distribution/transmission systems, and large-scale construction projects
- Experience with RFIs, NCRs, commissioning, project turnover, and construction oversight
- Strong technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment
- Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams and contractors
- Knowledge of Virginia E&S and stormwater regulations
- Experience with scheduling and cost management
- Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SAP
- Adobe Acrobat
- Bluebeam Revu
- Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling software
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program required
- Utility-Scale Solar Construction (Required)
- Renewable Energy / Power Generation Projects
- EPC Construction Environment
Powered by JazzHR
W5nqtJ9yPR
Recommended Jobs
Sales Consultant
Are you ready to rev up your career? At Beyer Subaru of Alexandria, we're not just selling cars - we're building relationships, creating unforgettable experiences, and pushing the limits of what's pos…
Hotel Accounting Manager
: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or equivalent and 4+ years in hotel accounting or audit, Fixed Assets accounting with experience in a supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of edu…
Sales Advisor
Job Description Job Description Description: Car Wash Sales Advisor with ability to earn more than $25/Hour (Paid Weekly) Here are some ways that we’ll help you shine: Excellent bene…
Geotechnical Field Technician
Job Description Job Description If you are looking for a dynamic, fast-growth company with big ideas, you have come to the right place! GTA is looking for a Geotechnical Field Technician in our…
Sous Chef
Description Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia. 30 minutes from Culpeper, Front Royal, and Warrenton, Virginia Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located in the …
Neonatal Respiratory Therapy
Type: Neonatal Roanoke , VA SkyBridge Healthcare is seeking a Traveler for a 13 week contract in VA. SkyBridge Healthcare is a premier staffing firm dedicated to matching outstanding tale…
Data Center Electrical Estimator
Job Description Job Description Description: Worldwide Mission Critical is a global owner’s representation and project management company dedicated to the mission-critical industry, helping comp…
Data Engineer
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Data Engineer Company: BLN24 About Us: We find strength in teamwork-a better you is a better us BLN24 is an award-winning Management Consulting…
Oracle/PeopleSoft Database Administrator
Atlas Technologies is seeking a skilled and motivated Oracle/PeopleSoft Database Administrator to join our dynamic IT team and contribute to the development and maintenance of Direct Access infrastruc…
Quality Lead
Nucor is North America's largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company. Since 1969, we've led the industry in developing innovative technologies for recycling scrap into high-…