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SUMMARY 
The Engineering Specialist will be responsible for performing technical engineering tasks, technical studies and investigations, and designs on assigned solar projects, while also supporting both small and large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) initiatives. 

The Engineering Specialist will be mentored by senior level engineering staff, will work with more autonomy, and will complete engineering tasks of moderate complexity.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Complete discipline specific engineering for systems and designs of moderate complexity.
• Sign and seal engineering drawings.
• Assist in developing design approaches and concepts on projects with moderate complexity. Consult with senior 
  technical staff when needed.
• Assist in the development of proposals and presentations to clients.
• Perform specific engineering studies and design analyses and assist the Project Manager in establishing budgets, 
  cost estimates, and project schedules.
• Review drawings, RFIs, and records of changes and communicate directly with suppliers, contractors, and client 
  representatives as required. Consult with senior technical staff when needed.
• Perform on-site surveys and inspections during design and construction stages and issue written reports noting 
  deficiencies. Consult with senior technical staff when needed.
• Assist in the coordination of project designs with other disciplines and teams.
• Attend client and/or project meetings when requested.
• Write technical specifications with oversight from senior technical staff.
• Assist Project Manager with the delegation, collaboration, and review of project work tasks of CAD Operators, CAD 
  Technicians, Designers, Co-Ops, Interns, Engineering Design Associates, and Engineering Associates.
• May lead development of design approaches and concepts on projects of low complexity. Consult with senior 
  technical staff when needed.
• Perform all tasks in compliance with Burns (and, when applicable, a client's) standards, policies, procedures, and 
  engineering codes.
• Perform all tasks efficiently, accurately, within the allotted project hours, and complete tasks on or before the due 
  date.
• Observe, understand, apply and retain Burns technical policies, procedures, design analyses, calculations, 
  engineering methodology and codes, and equipment selection criteria of low to moderate complexity.
• Complete special tasks as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONISBILTIES 
No formal supervisory responsibilities. Under the oversight of the Project Manager, the Engineering Specialist may 
provide direction to CAD Operators, CAD Technicians, Designers, Co-Ops, Interns, Engineering Design Associates, and 
Engineering Associates.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university, or a combination of relevant 
education and equivalent engineering experience.
 
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 
A minimum of 2 years of progressive discipline specific engineering experience is preferred.
CERTIFICATION OR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
 N/A

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE 

• Progressive engineering experience working on tasks of moderate complexity.
• Strong knowledge in the use of engineering design software such as AutoCAD or Revit and other specialized 
  design software as required.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems of moderate complexity with minimum 
  supervision from leaders or management.
• Progressive ability to perform technical calculations.
• Ability to research and interpret engineering discipline codes and standards.
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments and manage changing assignments in a team 
  environment.
• Proactive, good communicator (oral and written), and strong analytical and problem-solving skills to trouble 
  shoot and assess key issues to address.
• Ability to collaborate, build relationships and work effectively with a team.
• Previous experience in consulting is highly preferred.