Lead Program Engineer – Major Projects Group

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as the engineering liaison for programs across renewable generation, transmission, storage, gas generation, and data center infrastructure.

• Oversee program engineering implementation for large-scale integrated energy campuses from initial development through to project execution.

• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external engineers, designers, and integration partners.

• Interact with internal engineering groups and third-party design firms to produce Issued for Construction drawings.

• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs) and design modifications; assist with commissioning and as-built documentation.

• Ensure that designs comply with contractual, technical, safety, and quality standards.

• Organize and lead design reviews at each key milestone in the design process.

• Coordinate and integrate technical activities across various engineering projects and services.

• Direct, evaluate, or approve project designs and technology implementation.

• Spearhead global engineering department initiatives.

• Collaborate with project managers during construction to convey design intentions and audit requirements.

• Assess cost implications of design alterations and relay information to project management and procurement teams.

• Work alongside survey, geotechnical, civil, hydrology, SWPPP, and structural engineering teams.

• Maintain engineering project schedules and budgets effectively.

• Review and authorize project materials, securing approvals from the Engineer of Record.

• Ensure precise material takeoffs for procurement processes.

• Organize regular conference calls among relevant stakeholders.

• Guarantee adherence to ASTM, OSHA, NESC, NEC, NFPA, and other safety regulations.

• Ensure design outputs align with procurement and project timelines.

• Evaluate project modifications and offer suggestions.

• Conduct economic analyses and perform value engineering tasks.

• Travel as needed to support site teams and lead design evaluations.

• Identify areas for work optimization and waste reduction.

• Assist with additional projects and fulfill other assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering, or a related field from an ABET-accredited institution is required.

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification is preferred.

• A minimum of six years of progressive engineering experience, including engineering supervision and/or construction/field experience in a related sector is required.

• A valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle driving record (MVR) are necessary.

• Strong communication skills (oral, written, listening, presentation) are essential.

• Understanding of business and management principles related to planning, resource allocation, leadership, production methodologies, and coordination of personnel/resources.

• Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities are required.

• Willingness to travel for project-related purposes; travel is estimated at up to 25% of the time.

• Experience focused on combined renewables and gas generation.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license with a specialization in electrical engineering is preferred.

• Advanced understanding of equipment and practices used in power plant construction.

• Must possess valid, independent work authorization; the company is unable to sponsor H-1B visas or permanent residency.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• 100% employer-paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees.

• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.

• Options for Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• Dental and Vision insurance coverage.

• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement) available.

• Support for Work/Life balance.

• Employee and Family-centered workplace culture.

• On-site gym facilities.