Project Engineering Manager, Renewables - LHH : Job Details

Job Title: Project Engineering Manager, Renewables

Location: River North, Chicago, IL

Salary: $130,000-$150,000 + bonus

LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking a Project Engineering Manager, Renewables to join our client's organization in the River North, Chicago, IL area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities for the technical support, design, and development of commercial solar and energy storage systems.
• Hire, supervise, support, and develop the engineering team.
• Assist the engineering project management team as needed, learning all aspects of the team's responsibilities.
• Assess current SOPs and workflows, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure projects are completed efficiently, correctly, on schedule, and within budget.
• Negotiate contracts with outside vendors.
• Maintain relationships and manage expectations with engineering consultants and equipment vendors.
• Review engineering work for accuracy and ensure compliance with engineering principles.
• Review RFPs and contract documents.
• Act as a liaison with Project Management on matters relating to engineering progress, quality, and scope issues on projects, as well as interface with customers on technical questions/concerns.
• Research the latest technologies and best practices.

Requirements:

• Degree in engineering, electrical preferred.
• 7+ years of engineering experience.
• 2+ years of PV design engineering experience.
• 2+ years of engineering management experience.
• Battery/Storage experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Project management and time management skills.
• Expertise in building strong relationships.
• Proficiency in understanding solar system design (Helioscope, AutoCAD, PVsyst).
• NABCEP Design Specialist Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Electric (NEC) and Fire codes.
• Experience preparing electrical engineering design packages.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program

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