Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Energy Systems Engineering, or related field.
5-7 years of engineering experience in renewable energy or energy storage.
2-5 years of experience leading engineering teams or large-scale projects.
Hands-on experience with design, installation, or commissioning of renewable energy systems.
Proficiency with engineering design tools like AutoCAD, PVSyst, or ETAP.
Knowledge of engineering codes and standards such as IEC, IEEE, ASME, NEC, and UL.
Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor engineers to enhance team performance.
Provide technical guidance and professional development opportunities.
Manage engineering resources and workload distribution.
Collaborate with Sales to evaluate customer requirements during bidding.
Oversee engineering designs from bidding through execution and commissioning.
Ensure engineering deliverables meet quality standards and project requirements.
Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Engagement in innovative renewable energy projects.
Focus on continuous improvement and engineering excellence.
Support for compliance and audit requirements.
Full Job Description
Job Description: Role Overview
As a Project Engineering Manager at Fluence, you will lead and develop a team of engineers supporting renewable energy and energy storage projects from initial bidding through engineering execution and commissioning. You will provide technical leadership and project oversight to ensure engineering deliverables meet project requirements, quality standards, schedules and budgets. You will partner with Sales, Project Management, Procurement and Construction to deliver technically sound, cost-effective solutions while strengthening engineering capabilities, improving processes and supporting team development.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor and develop engineers through technical guidance, training, performance feedback and professional development opportunities
Manage engineering resources, staffing needs and workload distribution to support project priorities
Promote collaboration, accountability, innovation and continuous improvement across the team
Partner with Sales to evaluate customer requirements, technical specifications and project scope during bidding
Support preliminary engineering designs, technical proposals and cost estimates
Participate in customer meetings to present technical solutions and address engineering questions
Optimize proposed designs to balance technical feasibility, cost competitiveness and project requirements
Oversee the transition from preliminary engineering through detailed design, project execution and commissioning support
Lead the development and review of engineering drawings, technical specifications and project documentation
Collaborate with Project Management, Procurement, Construction and other stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and support project delivery
Conduct technical design reviews and ensure compliance with applicable engineering codes, standards and regulations
Identify technical and execution risks, develop mitigation strategies and resolve engineering issues
Implement engineering quality control practices to reduce errors, rework and project delays
Maintain accurate engineering documentation and support compliance, audit and project safety requirements
Support the Senior Manager of Engineering and Execution in implementing engineering strategies, operational priorities and business objectives
Report engineering progress, resource allocation, project risks and team performance
Translate department objectives into actionable engineering plans and deliverables
Improve engineering processes, tools and workflows by applying lessons learned and industry best practices
Required Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Energy Systems Engineering or a related engineering discipline
5+ years of engineering experience in renewable energy, energy storage or a related industry
2+ years of experience leading engineering teams or overseeing large-scale engineering projects
Experience supporting projects from conceptual design through detailed engineering, execution and commissioning
Hands-on experience with the design, installation or commissioning of renewable energy or energy storage systems
Experience supporting technical proposals, preliminary engineering designs and cost estimates during bidding
Proficiency with relevant engineering design tools such as AutoCAD, PVSyst, WindPro, ETAP or comparable software
Knowledge of applicable codes and standards from the International Electrotechnical Commission, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, American Society of Mechanical Engineers and UL, along with the National Electrical Code
Understanding of grid integration, power electronics, inverter technologies and energy efficiency principles
Strong project coordination, technical problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage competing project priorities, engineering resources and technical deliverables
Additional Skills
Experience with battery energy storage systems and related engineering or commissioning activities
Familiarity with project management tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
Experience with energy modeling and engineering simulation software
Knowledge of Chilean market requirements, engineering codes and regulatory standards
Professional Engineer license or equivalent regional certification
Renewable energy credentials such as North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners photovoltaic certification, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design accreditation or Certified Energy Manager certification
Certifications or specialized training in grid-edge technologies or battery energy storage systems
Experience implementing engineering process improvements and technical standardization initiatives
About Fluence
Fluence Corporation Limited is a global leader in decentralized water and wastewater treatment solutions. The company provides a range of products and services, including containerized treatment plants, membrane bioreactors, and desalination systems. Fluence's solutions are designed to be energy-efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable. The company serves a variety of industries, including municipal, industrial, and commercial clients. Fluence has operations in North America, South America, Europe, and the Middle East.
