Engineer, Environmental Engineer

SOLV Energy is seeking an Engineer 3 for utility-scale solar and energy projects. This role involves value engineering, QA/QC, and technical judgment across projects. Responsibilities include coordinating engineering deliverables, managing schedules, and supporting permitting efforts. The position can be fully remote or based in Edison, NJ. Candidates should have expertise in engineering and permitting processes, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Position: Engineer 3 Solv Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility‑scale solar, battery storage and high‑voltage substation projects nationwide.Job Description Summary The Engineer 3 will act as a technical Subject Matter Expert focused on value engineering, QA/QC, and independent technical judgment across utility‑scale EPC projects. This role can be fully remote or located in our Edison, NJ office.Job Description This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Position Responsibilities and Duties General DutiesBe able to perform all essential Engineer II responsibilitiesDocument meeting minutes for engineering and permitting‑related meetings and distribute action itemsPursuit & Preliminary Design SupportReview technical RFP documents and provide engineering and permitting input to the estimating teamRepresent SOLV engineering and permitting teams during pursuit and early‑phase coordination meetingsMulti‑Discipline Engineering CoordinationEnsure coordination of design deliverables prepared by internal and external stakeholders responsible for the project scope of workDevelop working knowledge of project‑specific design requirements, including SOLV standards, owner/contract requirements, and permitting conditionsReview consultant deliverables for alignment with project‑specific requirements and flag deviations or risks for escalationTrack and manage engineering and permitting deliverable schedules in coordination with project managementAct as a single point of contact for all engineering disciplines to internal and external stakeholdersReview and approve consultant proposals, scopes of work, schedules, and budgetsProvide QA/QC oversight of individual consultant work products as well as the fully integrated, multi‑discipline designShare lessons learned and best practices across projects to improve future executionOwner, IE & Consultant InterfaceManage Owner, Owner’s Engineer, and Independent Engineer submittalsCoordinate review comments with consultants and track responses to closureAssist in responding to Owner and IE comments and clarificationsRepresent the engineering and permitting team during Owner and consultant meetings as assignedPermitting & AHJ CoordinationSupport permitting efforts by coordinating with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) at the federal, state, and local levelsAttend in‑person AHJ meetings as neededAct as a coordination point between internal engineering teams, external consultants, and AHJsTrack engineering and permitting changes that may impact project scope, cost, or schedule and elevate risks appropriatelyDevelop familiarity with AHJ requirements across jurisdictions and assist in communicating those requirements to internal teamsAssist with due diligence during RFP stages, including review of CUPs, environmental studies, wetlands permits, and related documentationSupport preparation, QA/QC, and submission of permit applicationsContract & Due Diligence SupportReview EPC contract exhibits related to owner‑ and contractor‑obtained permits and flag issues or inconsistenciesReview EPC contract exhibits for value engineering opportunities and compliance with SOLV standardsProcess SupportIdentify gaps in existing engineering process and workflow through collaboration with internal and external stakeholdersDevelop process updates and standards to increase efficiency and value of overall Engineering teamTrain up the team on process changesMinimum Skills or Experience Requirements4–7 years of progressive engineering experience in EPC, renewable energy, utilities, or large‑scale infrastructure projectsBachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or Solar focus preferred)Engineer‑in‑Training (F.E.)Proficiency in AutoCADWorking knowledge of Primavera P6 or similar scheduling toolsAbility to manage multiple tasks and priorities in parallelStrong organizational skills and attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across teamsAbility…