Project Engineer II
Chicago, Illinois / Denver, Colorado / Baltimore, Maryland
Engineering /
Full-time /
Remote
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Project Engineer II will support engineering and quality control efforts for Pivot’s projects during construction and commissioning and will provide technical assistance as needed for operational assets. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing construction drawings, PVsyst reports, and commissioning documents to ensure projects meet the requirements of Pivot’s Technical Specifications and industry best practices. This role will also coordinate with Independent and Owner’s Engineers to address technical questions and collaborate with internal project management to support project activities, especially as it relates to battery energy storage systems.
This position demands excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences. The position will include frequent external interaction and requires a high degree of professionalism.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual looking to launch their career in the growing renewables industry.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the development of project quality control standards, processes, and tools used in the engineering, construction, and commissioning of battery energy storage systems.
- Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to address technical issues and ensure the timely execution of project activities, including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
- Review and analyze engineering plan sets, equipment submittals, and technical specifications to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, regulatory codes, and Pivot quality standards.
- Identify lessons learned and value engineering opportunities from construction projects.
- Coordinate with internal project management teams to support project diligence activities.
- Review and respond to contractor Requests for Information (RFI) with urgency and professionalism.
- Collaborate with Owner’s Engineers and Independent Engineers to maintain strong working relationships and address project-related challenges.
- Conduct on-site and remote inspections on active construction sites and operational assets to ensure compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality control standards.
- Assist Pivot’s Operations and Maintenance team in reviewing operational asset production data and troubleshooting issues, as needed.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- 2+ years of experience in community-scale solar PV and energy storage engineering, construction, and commissioning.
- Extensive knowledge of battery energy storage system design and commissioning as well as National Electric Code, International Fire Code, and other relevant building codes.
- Knowledge of AC and DC electrical design and equipment.
- Knowledge of utility distribution requirements, equipment, and design.
- Working knowledge of PVsyst and system performance analysis.
- Knowledge of solar and electrical commissioning and testing standards and techniques. Especially the International Electrical Testing Association’s Standard for Acceptance Testing Specifications.
- Strong working knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing programs.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with an aptitude for building trust and rapport in a professional manner.
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES
- Four-year engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university; electrical, mechanical, or energy focus.
- E.I.T. certification.
- NABCEP PV Installation Professional, PV System Inspector, or PV Commissioning & Maintenance Specialist Certification.
- Extensive knowledge of energy storage project construction means and methods.
- Experience reviewing EPC contracts for deliverables and technical requirements.
- Working knowledge of Procore and Smartsheets.
$100,000 - $120,000 a year
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The estimated base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000, along with eligibility for the company’s substantial bonus plan, with a target bonus of 30% of annual salary (prorated in the first year based on start date). Compensation will be based on factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, certifications, skills, and experience.
Pivot Energy is dedicated to providing a great work experience for all employees, placing an emphasis on company culture and a focus on our people. To that end, Pivot offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:
• Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company
• Four weeks of vacation plus employment milestone bonus vacations
• Company paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage
• Generous parental leave
• 401(k) matching
• Home office setup stipend for new employees
• Public transit reimbursement
• PTO for volunteering in the community
• Charitable donation matching up to $500/year
• Professional development and educational reimbursements
A complete list of all the benefits Pivot offers may be provided upon request.
Recruitment Agency Notice:
We appreciate your interest in partnering with us; however, we are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role.
ABOUT PIVOT
Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects that help decarbonize our nation’s electricity, increase equitable access to clean energy for local communities, and provide real cost-savings to American businesses and
families.
We are fiercely dedicated to accelerating the rapid transition taking place in the energy industry to a more decentralized and cleaner approach to power generation. We are committed to positively contributing to the local communities and people we serve with more than clean energy. We believe global warming poses an existential threat to our planet and that we have a responsibility to help mitigate the threat. Our portfolio includes projects that reduce energy burden for income-limited families, create workforce pathways for under-represented groups within the solar industry, and include robust community investment opportunities.
As a Certified B Corporation and one of Denver’s “Best Places to Work”, we believe that company success is driven by a healthy environment, thriving society, and workplace where all individuals are respected. We evaluate every internal decision on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors to determine if our actions will result in a net positive impact on the community, our employees, customers, shareholders, and the environment. Learn more in our annual ESG Report.
At Pivot, our core values guide our work internally and externally:
· Impact – We hold ourselves accountable to having a measurable impact on our people, communities, and the planet
· Balance – Put family first; work hard/have fun
· Determination – Find ways to be successful no matter how difficult the challenge
· Professionalism – Impress everyone we touch, be a team player
· Honesty – Be truthful and transparent, externally and internally
· Kindness – Create an environment where kindness, empathy, and vulnerability are embraced
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION and JUSTICE STATEMENT
At Pivot, we are proactively developing and maintaining an inclusive culture, rooted in mutual respect, that supports a workforce of different generations, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, ability statuses, religions, and cultures to work collaboratively together for greater impact. We seek to build a team that invests in relationship building, celebrates each other’s successes, and makes space for the unique contributions and working styles people bring into Pivot.
Pivot invests in company-wide trainings, assessments, and programs to advance internal inclusion and equity practices, such as employee allyship building, cross-cultural communications, and equitable hiring and management protocols to increasingly recognize bias and ensure mutual respect and belonging.
EEO STATEMENT
Pivot Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. We actively work to cultivate an inclusive culture that welcomes, empowers, and enables equitable career growth for employees regardless of background.
