Principal Project Engineer, Engineering Standards at Solar Landscape

Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Renewable Energy, Solar PowerIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and document streamlined processes for project engineering, from initial design to commissioning
  • Continuously evaluate existing processes, identify bottlenecks, and propose improvements to enhance efficiency
  • Ensure adherence to SOPs across all teams and provide training as needed
  • Develop, manage, and keep updated all the specifications, technical templates, standards, and best practices for the company to ensure high quality throughput for the firm’s work
  • Develop and implement quality control processes to maintain the highest standards in system design, installation, and performance
  • Engage and onboard third-party engineering firms to work with Project Engineers on project engineering standards
  • Collaborate with the technology team to maintain and improve the Operations business applications platform
  • Evaluate site layouts and optimize designs at project award to consider constructability and project cost, provide guidance to Project Engineers
  • Conduct technology reviews of new products and service offerings to provide the company with a competitive advantage
  • Act as the Company’s technical expert and advise management, project managers, and project engineers on complex engineering topics
  • Work with Project Management Leads to optimize project resource planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
  • Ensure timely completion of milestones and deliverables across all engineering teams within operations
  • Collaborate with Project Management Leads and HR to recruit, train, and onboard new team members
  • Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork and productivity
  • Generate regular reports on department progress, resource utilization, and performance against targets
  • Build trust and rapport with all Solar Landscape departments

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Engineering StandardsProject EngineeringSpecificationsBest PracticesProject ExecutionSystem DesignCross-Functional CollaborationProcess ImprovementSolar EngineeringProject Commissioning

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or on-site?

This is an on-site position.

What are the main responsibilities of the Principal Project Engineer?

The role involves establishing and managing engineering standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve processes from design to commissioning, ensuring adherence to SOPs, developing quality control processes, and engaging third-party engineering firms.

What is the company culture like at Solar Landscape?

The company values clear thinking, accountability, execution, collaboration, and enjoys working together in a high-performance environment with smart, grounded people who support each other.

What skills are needed for this engineering role?

Key skills include expertise in engineering standards and specifications, process improvement, quality control, cross-functional collaboration, training, and technical advisory on complex issues.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has experience in developing engineering standards, improving processes across project phases, implementing quality controls, and collaborating with cross-functional and third-party teams in a fast-paced environment.

Solar Landscape

Community solar projects for local energy access

About Solar Landscape

Solar Landscape provides community solar projects in New Jersey, allowing residents to access solar energy without needing to install panels on their own properties. The company partners with commercial real estate owners, municipalities, and non-profits to install large-scale solar systems, generating renewable energy that is distributed to the community. This model makes solar power accessible to renters and low-to-moderate income households, while also reducing energy costs and carbon emissions. Solar Landscape aims to transform the energy landscape by making solar power affordable for all and supporting environmental sustainability.

Wall Township, New JerseyHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$826.8KTotal Funding
PROJECT_REAL_ESTATE_INFRASTRUCTURE_FINANCECompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation

Risks

Grid interconnection delays could impact timely project completion and energy distribution.
Labor shortages may hinder expansion plans and hiring goals for 2024.
Potential policy changes could affect reliance on incentives and tax credits.

Differentiation

Solar Landscape focuses on community solar projects, making solar accessible to diverse communities.
The company partners with commercial real estate owners to utilize large rooftop spaces.
Solar Landscape's model allows solar benefits without individual rooftop installations, aiding renters.

Upsides

Secured $847 million in 2024, enabling over 200 commercial rooftop installations.
Partnerships with investors like KeyState Renewables enhance financial stability and growth.
Expansion into states like Maryland and Illinois opens new market opportunities.

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