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RWE Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area: Engineering; Power Plants; Project Development; Project Management
Remuneration: Exempt

The Project Engineer is responsible for designing 5-20MW photovoltaic solar systems, including systems paired with Battery Energy Storage (BESS), solar-only, or BESS-only projects. They will work within the Project Engineering & Execution team to deliver high-quality, cost-effective designs, continually improving company standards.

Secondary duties include reviewing engineering designs, modeling, and performance data from external partners and team members, documenting due diligence, and protecting the company from errors and omissions. Once a project is contracted, the engineer will smoothly transfer project details to the Project Manager and support construction as needed. Proficiency in AutoCAD for interconnection, permitting, and construction drawings is required.

Role Responsibilities:

• Develop, Design, and Engineer optimized solar PV and PV/BESS systems for project-specific scopes 5MW- 20MW
• Design to include scope of work, complete bill of materials, specifications, and design drawings directly or through 3rd parties
• Utilize and update where necessary standard specifications for project 3rd-party engineering support. Review proposals and finalize contracts for 3rd party support and contract execution
• Develop and maintain design basis and proposal requirements, knowledge of codes and standards, design procedures, methods, and processes, and improve the efficiency of project development and project selection process 
• Assist Project Development or Sales in communicating value proposition to client(s)
• Assist with the preparation of Investment review materials for FID approval 
• Provide technical guidance for legal and business decision-making 
• Support the Project Manager during construction and commissioning

Job Requirements and Experiences: 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical (preferred), Mechanical, or Civil Engineering
• PE license (preferred) or ability to obtain within 1 year
• Continuing Education in areas of PV and BESS
• Minimum of 4 years in PV and BESS design (required), including site layout, single-line diagrams, and major equipment selection
  

• Experience with power studies is a plus
  

• Proven detailed design experience in PV and overseeing all aspects of PV System design,  EPC project execution (preferable on the EPC company side or 3rd party engineer supporting) integration, and commissioning; experience in MV/HV electrical systems a plus, and the ability to manage through the entire project lifecycle

• Racking system familiarity, wire management, DC String optimization, best practices in PV system design, LV AC design

• Microsoft Office, Procore, Smartsheet, BlueBeam Revu, PVSyst (a plus)
• Providing technical support to sales and developers through a range of energy projects
• Strong knowledge and understanding of codes and standards such as NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 855, IEEE 1547, UL-listing, IBC, IFC 
  

• Energy modeling, PV specific modeling, standard electrical calculations, basic structural and mechanical calculations
• Ability to push/pull/lift tools and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work safely in extreme environments (hot sun, cold, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships 
• Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines 
• Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Ability to multitask, while working independently and as part of a team 
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Responds well to direction and is coachable 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. 

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois or New York is $100,000 - 145,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE's 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.