 |
Project Engineer
Seeking a Project Engineer with experience in large scale power generation for key technical support role in development of solar thermal power projects. Based in the company headquarters in Santa Monica, CA, the Project Engineer will provide critical engineering and technical support to development managers for U.S. project sites. The Project Engineer will be responsible for project technical definition and configuration , ensuring adherence to accepted engineering practices. The selected individual will supervise third-party services and studies, including development of functional specifications, electrical transmission interconnection studies and development-related engineering activities. The responsible individual is accountable to ensure that assigned personnel coordinate their activities with other project participants, and that contract requirements are satisfied.
This mid-career engineering professional will support multiple projects as they progress from site acquisition through conceptual planning, permitting, engineering and design, construction, and on to commercial operation.
Requirements:
- Dynamic project coordination skills with command of multiple engineering disciplines
- Ability to function effectively in a lean, development-oriented, office environment
- Ability to plan and manage multiple outside service providers and to effectively scope and scrutinize engineering deliverables
- Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail with keen big-picture awareness
- Familiarity with relevant codes, standards and best practices in the utility-scale power generation environment
- Experience with large-scale FEED programs and EPC/EPCM type contract structures
- Strong functional knowledge of power, process, electrical and mechanical design
Qualifications:
- 5-10 years experience in power project development is essential – preferably in large-scale conventional electricical generation projects
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline preferred
- Electrical/transmission systems specialization preferred
- MS, P.E. license or other advanced credentials a plus
- Experience in concentrating solar-thermal power helpful (PV not highly relevant)
- Fluency in Spanish a plus
To apply, please include the position title in the subject line of an email and submit resume to careers@solar-reserve.com.
Project Developer – Business Development Manager
Based in Los Angeles and reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Project Developer will focus on identifying and securing new solar energy project development sites, negotiating land agreements, managing interconnection requests, and evaluating project viability. The development professional will also identify and evaluate project acquisitions and strategic partnering opportunities.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree (engineering concentration desirable), MBA a strong plus.
- Minimum 3 to 7 years of previous experience in energy project development required – preferably in solar, wind, or natural gas electricity generation projects.
- Ability to deal with local community dynamics, negotiate with utilities, as well as negotiate effectively with landowners and other stakeholders.
- Exposure to renewable energy issues and economics.
- Experience in US power markets, utilities, interconnection issues, and Power Purchase Agreements - preferably in the southwest US.
- Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications
To apply, please include the position title in the subject line of an email and submit resume to careers@solar-reserve.com. |
|
