Project Engineer II

PowerFlex

$90K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil or Electrical preferred) or related major
  • 2+ years of experience in project engineering or related field
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
  • Proficient in Helioscope, AutoCAD, PVSyst, and Excel
  • Understanding of permitting and interconnection processes
  • Basic knowledge of financial modeling and incentive programs

Responsibilities

  • Design and engineer commercial and small utility-scale solar PV projects
  • Maintain communication with utilities throughout project stages
  • Monitor code and policy changes that affect system design
  • Coordinate with customers during design and construction phases
  • Collaborate with engineering firms on design packages
  • Manage vendor coordination and materials procurement
  • Conduct inspections during installation and oversee commissioning
  • Assist with project close-out processes involving utilities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health and Welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
  • Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
  • Hybrid working model with options for home and office work
Full Job Description
Scope of Job
The Project Engineer II will be responsible for providing technical support during the detailed engineering & construction stage of projects and will be exposed to all aspects of projects. Traveling on average once a week should be expected.

THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY AND THE EMPLOYER INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY 10/31/26.

Location
This role would be required to be a hybrid role out of one of our offices (Mountain View, CA, San Diego, CA, Los Angeles, CA. or New York, NY)

Responsibilities
  • Design and engineer commercial and small utility-scale solar PV projects
  • Communicate with utilities on an ongoing basis
  • Stay up-to-date on code and policy changes that impact system design
  • Coordinate cadence with customer during design phase and construction phase
  • Coordinate design package with Engineering firms
  • Coordinate with vendors and lead procurement of materials
  • Perform inspections during the installation process
  • Oversee commissioning process
  • Assist in close out of projects with utility
  • Perform production analysis for PV systems
  • Assist Business Development team with pre-contract due diligence

Qualifications
Education/Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil or Electrical preferred) or related major
  • 2+ years of experience
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Detail-oriented and strong analytical skills
  • Proficient in Helioscope, AutoCAD, PVSyst and Excel
  • Understands permitting & interconnection process
  • Basic understanding of financial modeling and incentive programs
  • Experience with Procore and Salesforce a plus
  • Computer Skills preferred: Salesforce, Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft Project knowledge, CRM, and Smartsheet

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize workload and deliver quality results on time while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Plan and organize tasks to consistently produce results, with minimal supervision.
  • Acute attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
  • Ability to successfully resolve conflicts both internally and externally

Compensation
The pay range for this position is $90,360 - $110,440 annually. This position is eligible for PowerFlex's comprehensive Health and Welfare plans including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off. The total compensation for this position may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable). PowerFlex's compensation packages carefully consider a candidate's qualifications, experiences, and education in relation to the position.

Physical Requirements
Remaining in a seated position. Long hours on the computer keyboard. Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking. Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25 pounds regularly/occasionally.

Working Conditions
95% of time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment. 5% of time is spent outside of the office visiting vendors' and/or internal customers' sites in addition to attending various conferences and meetings.

Applicant Certification and Acknowledgment
By submitting this application, you are certifying that all information provided is true and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that any false, misleading, or omitted information may disqualify you from consideration for employment or result in termination if already employed. You also release the company from any liability resulting from your failure to provide accurate information.

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