Energy Project Engineer

Company introduction A leading utility company is seeking an experienced Engineer IV to support the development and execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects throughout Florida, including solar generation and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. Role summary / purpose This role will provide technical leadership and project engineering support from project initiation through construction and commissioning. The Engineer IV will serve as a key technical resource, partnering with project managers, contractors, engineering consultants, and operational stakeholders to ensure projects are designed, constructed, and implemented safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards. This position requires frequent travel to project sites across Florida and will involve a blend of field oversight and office-based engineering responsibilities. Key responsibilities • Provide engineering support for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects throughout the project lifecycle. • Review engineering designs, technical specifications, construction drawings, equipment submittals, and contractor deliverables. • Support project development, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and turnover activities. • Serve as the technical liaison between engineering consultants, contractors, project managers, operations personnel, and other stakeholders. • Identify and resolve technical issues impacting project execution, schedule, cost, or quality. • Conduct site visits to monitor construction activities, verify compliance with engineering requirements, and support project troubleshooting. • Evaluate design alternatives and provide technical recommendations to optimize project performance and reliability. • Support project scope development, risk assessments, constructability reviews, and engineering estimates. • Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, environmental regulations, and company engineering practices. • Assist in reviewing contractor requests for information (RFIs), engineering change requests, and field modifications. • Support commissioning activities and operational readiness reviews. • Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to company safety requirements. Requirements – education & experience • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program. • Minimum 6+ years of engineering experience supporting utility, energy, industrial, construction, or infrastructure projects. • Experience supporting large capital projects through design and construction phases. • Strong understanding of engineering principles, design review processes, and construction coordination. • Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, calculations, and engineering documentation. • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external contractors. Required skills • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Nice-to-have / preferred skills • Familiar with transmission interconnected renewable resources. • Understanding of applicable NERC regulations (PRC-006, PRC-012, PRC-023, PRC-025, PRC-027, PRC-028, PRC-029, PRC-030, CIP-002, and CIP-10). • Familiar with specifications for major electrical equipment including large power transformers, LV/MV cables, LV/MV switchgear, protective relaying devices. • Experience in power systems modeling using ETAP or SKM. • Experience with design and construction of electrical…