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SOLV Energy

Principal Fire Protection Engineer

OR · On-site +1

$82K - $111K/yr

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing ... inspection processes for complex fire protection systems. * Advanced understanding of fire ...

SOLV Energy

Substation Engineer 2 (Remote)

OR · On-site +1

$98K - $125K/yr

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing ... Participate in safety audits and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards in ...

SOLV Energy

NICX Technician (Remote)

OR · On-site +1

$19.75 - $27/hr

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing ... Ability toUtilize, inspect, and understandproperusage of Personal Protective Equipment. Minimum ...

CLEAResult

Senior Residential QA & QC Specialist

OR · On-site +1

$55K - $83K/yr

This includes answering technical HVAC and weatherization questions, completing diagnostic inspections of energy saving measures, conducting home energy assessments, and analyzing and reporting on ...

Acuren Inspection, Inc.

NDE Assistant

Portland, OR · On-site

... energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability , Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and ...

Acuren Inspection, Inc.

NDE Assistant

Portland, OR · On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

... energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and ...

Acuren Inspection, Inc.

NDE Assistant

Portland, OR

$19 - $24.25/hr

... energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability , Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and ...

SOLV Energy

Senior HV Project Manager (Remote)

OR · On-site +1

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing ... Utility inspections and approvals Project Reviews. * Own P6 scheduling responsibility. * Coordinate ...

Kiewit

Drone Operator- Surveyor 1

Medford, OR · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

... and energy projects across the U.S. This role focuses on conducting detailed aerial inspections of power line assets, capturing high-resolution data for condition assessment, and supporting ...

Junction City Clean Fuels

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Anaerobic Digester Operator 1

Junction City, OR · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

... renewable energy facility. Key Responsibilities * Participate in keeping safety a #1 priority ... Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on plant equipment, including grinders ...

TekSky

Construction Superintendent

Prineville, OR · On-site

... Energy sector, particularly utility scale solar. The ideal candidate will have a strong background ... Conduct regular safety inspections and address any potential hazards promptly. * Monitor work ...

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How much do energy inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for energy inspector in Oregon is $58,086.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,700.00 and $67,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an energy inspector?

An Energy Inspector is responsible for evaluating buildings, systems, and appliances to ensure they meet energy efficiency standards and regulations. They conduct inspections, perform energy audits, and recommend improvements to reduce energy consumption. Energy Inspectors often work with homeowners, businesses, or government agencies to ensure compliance with local and national energy codes. Their role helps improve energy efficiency, lower utility costs, and promote environmental sustainability.

What does an energy inspector do?

A typical day for an Energy Inspector involves conducting on-site assessments of residential or commercial buildings to evaluate energy usage, checking insulation, HVAC systems, and air sealing, and using specialized diagnostic tools. The role also includes documenting findings, preparing detailed reports, and often meeting with property owners or contractors to discuss recommendations for improving energy efficiency. You’ll frequently work both independently and as part of a team, collaborating with engineers, builders, or other inspectors. This job often requires traveling between multiple inspection sites each day, offering a dynamic and varied work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an energy inspector?

To thrive as an Energy Inspector, you need strong knowledge of building systems, energy codes, and inspection procedures, often backed by relevant certifications such as RESNET HERS Rater or BPI certification. Proficiency with diagnostic equipment like blower doors, infrared cameras, and energy modeling software is commonly required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication set standout professionals apart in this field. These abilities are crucial to accurately assess energy efficiency, document findings, and deliver clear recommendations to clients or building stakeholders.

Do energy inspectors make good money?

Energy inspectors typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $40,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, location, and certifications. They often work in environments requiring knowledge of building codes and energy efficiency standards, with opportunities for overtime and advancement.

How do you become an energy inspector?

To become an energy inspector, individuals typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training in energy efficiency and building codes. Many states require certification or licensing, which involves passing exams and gaining experience in the field. Knowledge of building systems, inspection procedures, and relevant regulations is essential for this role.

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Principal Fire Protection Engineer

SOLV Energy

OR • On-site, Remote

$82K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

SOLV Energy rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary:

The Principal Fire Protection Engineer serves as the technical authority and strategic lead for fire and life safety systems across utility-scale energy storage, power, and industrial EPC projects. This role ensures that all fire protection systems meet applicable codes, standards, insurance requirements, and client specifications while supporting safe and cost-effective project delivery from conceptual design through commissioning.
This role is fully remote. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

Technical Subject Matter Expertise (SME)

  • Provide expert-level guidance on complex fire safety challenges and risk mitigation.

  • Establish company-wide engineering standards, design criteria, and best practices.

  • Lead and actively participate in national fire protection code and standards committees, contributing technical expertise to energy storage fire and life safety codes.

  • Serve as primary technical interface with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), fire marshals, insurers, and independent engineers on fire and life safety topics while leveraging 3rd party EORs as needed. Travel to attend in-person meetings as required.

Project-level oversight of the BESS fire protection system

  • Develop project-specific basis-of-design documents for fire protection systems.

  • Develop scopes of work, RFPs, and evaluation criteria for 3rd party fire protection engineers-of-record (EOR) firms and equipment vendors.

  • Daily management and oversight of fire protection EORs, including design deliverable schedules and engineering budgets.

  • QA/QC of 3rd party work products (Hazard Mitigation Analysis, Emergency Response Plan, Fire Alarm Design, etc.) to ensure consistency with industry standards, SOLV standards, OEM Requirements, and project requirements.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering disciplines (primarily electrical and SCADA) to ensure design consistency and project efficiency.

  • Support the fire protection design optimization for cost, performance, and constructability.

  • Provide technical support during fire system testing and commissioning.

Leadership

  • Lead engagement with Owners as needed to answer relevant questions around fire protection design and strategy.

  • Provide technical training to the larger SOLV team as needed.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

  • 10+ years of fire protection engineering experience with at least 2 years of energy infrastructure experience.

  • Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a closely related discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, or similar) from an accredited institution.

  • A license (P.E.) in Fire Protection Engineering is preferred.

  • Proven experience working with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), including fire marshals and code officials, to secure approvals, ensure regulatory compliance, and successfully navigate permitting, design review, and inspection processes for complex fire protection systems.

  • Advanced understanding of fire protection engineering principles.

  • Demonstrated experience managing or reviewing work by external engineering consultants, owner's engineers, or peer review on complex projects.

  • Working knowledge of applicable building codes (NFPA, IBC, UL 9540/9540A, UL855 etc.), engineering principles, and industry best practices

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

  • Proven ability to work across disciplines and time zones, and to manage multiple consultant contracts and deliverables in parallel.

  • Commitment to safety

  • Strong sense of urgency

  • Strong communication and project coordination skills

  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$144,963.00 - $173,956.00

Pay Rate Type:

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SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

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