Field Engineer

 

Job Title:                           Field Engineer

Department:                      Delivery

Reports to:                        VP, Delivery

Direct Reports:                 n/a

Indirect Reports:              Suppliers and Subcontractors

Reporting Location:        Madison, WI

The Position

OneEnergy is seeking an experienced commercial and/or utility-scale solar Field Engineer for the Midwest region. The Field Engineer will report to the Director of Delivery and work hand in hand with Project Managers, Design Engineers, Subcontractors, and other support staff. The position will have responsibility for reviewing all project site activities, including safety, construction progress, compliance, Quality Assurance and Quality Control both on-site and through remote measures.  This role has a tremendous opportunity for growth because of our large and diversified pipeline in Wisconsin and across the United States. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead all OneEnergy’s day-to-day construction oversight activities on solar construction projects located in the Midwest region.
• Engage with the on-site EPC contractor and various other project stakeholders as OneEnergy’s primary project contact person supported by the Project Manager and Engineering team.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure consistent best practices for jobsite safety, quality, and subcontractor management.
• Provide steady and reliable communication while also managing schedule, budget, contractors, people, risk, and resources.
• Review construction requirements during the bid/proposal process and provide scope, budget, and schedule details as needed.
• Facilitate clear communication of project requirements and expectations between on-site Construction Staff, Procurement, Engineering and Administrative staff to ensure all owner project needs and internal administrative requirements are met.
• Continually analyze construction methods for value and efficiency. Collaborate with Engineering to update and communicate best practices that allow OneEnergy to maintain an industry leadership position.
• Ensure contractor adherence to HSE and QAQC plans through on-site and remote oversight.
• Proactively prepare and communicate accurate project status summary or detailed reports to the management team, staff, or customers.
• Review construction requirements during the bid/proposal process and provide scope, budget, and schedule details as needed. Obtain or assist in obtaining all necessary permits.
• Provide leadership and support for the future project delivery strategy.
• Create and foster continuous improvement between internal teams, utilizing tools, and following company processes where directed.
• Operate in a professional, responsible, and collaborative manner with all project participants.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering, construction and/or technical project experience.
• PMP Certification preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated track record of success in solar energy or related field.
• Strong attention to detail with organizational capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A proven ability to provide efficient, timely, and reliable service to project stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with proven ability to take ownership, initiative, and accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to manage competing priorities often across functional and operational lines.
• Ability to contribute to an amicable working environment with other associates and employees.
• Position requires frequent travel, approximately 30 to 50% in the field, depending on time of year.
• Excellent PC computer skills and familiarity with MS Office and Windows.
• Must have a “roll up your sleeves and let’s get the job done right” type attitude.

OneEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that respects and values distinct cultures, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. One Energy strives to create a work environment that fosters our core values of respect and integrity in our workplace and the communities where we work.

We recognize an equitable energy transition requires the participation of diverse communities, groups, and institutions. OneEnergy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.