Solar Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Project Engineer – Utility Scale SolarPosition Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer to support the development and execution of utility-scale solar projects from early-stage planning through commissioning and commercial operation. This role serves as a key technical liaison between engineering consultants, construction teams, project management, procurement, environmental, and transmission stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

The ideal candidate combines strong engineering fundamentals with project management expertise and has a passion for delivering large-scale renewable energy infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to play a leading role in developing innovative clean energy projects while influencing technical decisions that drive project performance, reliability, and long-term value.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate third-party engineering consultants in the development of solar project designs.
• Manage engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development and design through construction, startup, and commissioning.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, procurement, environmental, transmission, and construction teams to achieve project objectives.
• Drive value engineering initiatives that optimize cost, constructability, reliability, and operational performance.
• Review and evaluate design packages across multiple disciplines, including electrical, civil, structural, and materials engineering.
• Identify technical risks and develop practical solutions to support successful project execution.
• Monitor engineering deliverables, project schedules, budgets, and key milestones.
• Facilitate communication among internal and external stakeholders to maintain alignment throughout project execution.
• Support construction activities by providing technical guidance and resolving engineering issues in the field.
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, or related discipline).
• Minimum 5 years of engineering and/or project management experience. Exceptional candidates with less experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage priorities, schedules, and project deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting utility-scale solar project development, engineering, or construction.
• Experience in renewable energy, power generation, or utility infrastructure projects, including:
  • Solar (utility-scale or DG/commercial)
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Wind Energy
  • Transmission and Substations
  • Combined Cycle Power
  • Nuclear or Hydrogen Projects
• Strong project management experience on large capital projects.
• Background applying value engineering principles to improve project outcomes.
• Experience balancing technical, commercial, and operational considerations in project execution.

Why Join?

This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale renewable energy projects that are shaping the future of power generation. You'll have direct influence on project design, execution strategy, and overall success while collaborating with industry-leading professionals in a growing and dynamic sector.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Juno Beach, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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