Civil Development Engineer (Storage, Utility-Scale)
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Job Type: | Permanent |
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Contact: | Silas Mähner |
Email: | email Silas |
Posted: | about 3 years ago |
NextWave Partners is working actively with a leading Energy Storage Developer to fill a new role to meet the needs of their expanding team. Our client is seeking a Development Engineer with a strong Civil background to support the development teams with screening and bringing new projects into the pipeline throughout the United States.
Note: a candidate who has experience working with storage projects in rural and urban areas is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with minimal review and oversight;
- Delegate project tasks to outside consultants as needed for additional support;
- Review scope of work and technical specifications for RFPs or similar solicitations;
- Provide technical information to support project development including integration of scope statements, project schedules, system layouts, single line diagrams (as needed), battery performance modeling;
- Evaluate prospective project sites and make recommendations accordingly;
- Review erosion and sediment control plans/requirements, SWPPP’s, grading plans/requirements, etc.;
- Draft multiple layout options and present pros and cons of each;
- Maintain relationships with key equipment providers for pricing information;
- Estimate proposal costs, and establish baseline project budgets;
- Procure adequate technical due diligence for opportunities and engage third-party consultants as required;
- Participate in prime contract negotiations to provide technical and scope expertise;
- Manage relationships with both internal and external partners;
- Stay current on codes, standards, new battery technologies, jurisdictional/utility requirements, and installation best practices;
- Attend site visits, team meetings with internal & external partners;
- Provide hand-off of developed project to project execution teams;
- Demonstrate ethics and professionalism at all times.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction related field
- Min 5 years’ experience (or equivalent) in renewable energy industry
- Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards, including National Electrical Code (NEC), International Building Code (IBC), and etc.,
- Fluency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Familiarity with CAD and drafting BESS layouts
- Organizational skills
- Computer skills MS word, Excel and MS PowerPoint
- Communication to third parties and executives
- Bachelors or Master of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university and/or professional experience in engineering;
- Strong communication skills including clear writing and presentation skills;
- Independent self-starter who can manage projects and work with a diverse team
Reaching Out
For a confidential discussion on this or any other opportunities available in the market, please contact Silas Mähner at silas.mahner@next-wavepartners.com or +1 (929) 295-6707 (Direct Line)
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