JOB SUMMARY: Performs a variety of engineering work in designing, planning, constructing, installing, renewable facilities, battery energy storage systems, and related balance of plant equipment.Technical responsibilities will be part of a collaboration with a project team focused on the development of large and small scale utility renewable projects.
ACCOUNTABILITIES: These accountabilities are not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and does not limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees assigned to this job.
Primary Accountabilities:
Provides leadership, coaching, direction, guidance and advice to others which has a wide range of influence on many levels of decision making. Has established effective working relationships with employees, contractors, customers, functional groups, and internal and external peers. Proactively identify and develop operational guidelines, standards, training, strategic plans, etc. that help the customer sustain identified improvements.
Performs work that is technically advanced; recognized as having developed expertise in one or more areas of the business. Uses a variety of complex tools and resources to solve problems. Routinely makes sound decisions when faced with lack of readily available or vague information.
Technical review of renewable design and configuration across engineering disciplines, including electrical specifications, mechanical functioning of equipment, civil and physical layouts of equipment throughout the project area to the point of interconnection
Solves highly technical or complex problems through the use of technical experience, extensive knowledge of principles, theories and concepts as well as knowledge of business trends in generating innovative and/or original solutions.
Consistently demonstrates critical thinking skills necessary to develop recommendations which provide technically sound and the most cost effective solutions; uses and shares information to benefit the broader organization. Applies critical thinking, in-depth analysis and broad perspectives in addressing highly complex problems and nonstandard situations.
Additional Responsibilities:
Demonstrates the ability and confidence to present alternatives and constructively influence the customer's decision making. Serves as a credible specialist in one or more engineering areas.
Perform effective risk management that involves direct application of technical knowledge and may have an impact on multiple areas of the business with proper sign off from customer.
Coordinates and leads cross functional teams that deal with complex technical and project related topics. Champion project goals and objectives to assist with the efficient resolution of complex risks and issues.
Prioritizes Supplier relationships; stays current with technology and equipment roadmaps.
Anticipates customer needs and expectations and delivers high quality, innovative solutions. Proactively identifies and solves problems falling within assigned area and within area of expertise on a corporate wide basis.
In addition to Senior Engineer requirements, understands income statement and balance sheet pro forma analyses and the implications of technical inputs to the pro forma; this implies the complete understanding of shareholder and customer impacts. Manages project budgets, including processes accruals and communicates anticipated changes in the budget. Structures projects such that the effect on shareholders and rate payers is balanced.
Supervision:
Performs work under the supervision of a Team Lead, Manager, Plant Manager, or Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform this job.
Educational Requirements: Education Level Field of Study Required/Preferred Bachelor's Degree Engineering program that is accredited through the Engineering Accreditation Commission Required
Required Experience:
5 - 9 years of related experience
Project management leadership experience preferred, along with ability to deal with subcontractors and cross-functional teams; recognized as having expertise in a particular area of the discipline.
Other Requirements:
If the incumbent performs duties in gas engineering, this job is then covered by the Department of Transportation regulations on drug and alcohol testing (CFR 49, Parts 40 and 199), and is subject to drug testing according to said regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels within the organization and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management). bility to work effectively in a diverse work environment.