Traveling Project Engineer

Key Responsibilities: • MUST be able to Travel, around Texas, TN, AL and FL ( must be open to Nationwide Travel) • Complete engineering projects by organizing and controlling project elements from start to finish. • Develop clear project objectives by reviewing proposals, plans, and consulting with stakeholders and management. • Determine project responsibilities by: • Identifying project phases and deliverables. • Assigning personnel to tasks. • Evaluating bids from subcontractors and vendors. • Review product design, customer requirements, and performance standards to define project specifications. • Prepare technical studies and cost estimates. • Confirm product performance through design reviews, analysis, and field testing. • Establish and maintain project schedules by calculating time requirements and sequencing activities. • Monitor and maintain schedule progress by coordinating tasks and resolving field-level issues. • Control project execution by reviewing and adjusting designs, specifications, and work plans. • Manage project costs by approving expenditures and overseeing contractor performance and compliance. • Prepare regular project status reports with data analysis and actionable recommendations. • Enforce site safety and cleanliness in compliance with company procedures and industry regulations. • Maintain accurate digital project records and backups using internal software and database tools. • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, maintaining the company’s high-quality standards. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (project executives, project managers, general superintendents, and field supervisors) for smooth execution and knowledge transfer. • Contribute to broader company goals by supporting team initiatives and project success metrics. Requirements Education & Experience Requirements: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (required) • 2–5+ years of utility-scale solar, renewables, or power generation project experience • Spanish-speaking ability is a plus • Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Experience with scheduling tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project • OSHA 10/30 certification preferred • Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 100% to project locations Qualifications / Skills: • Requirements analysis and specification development • Strong design and CAD/CAM circuit design skills • Project and construction management expertise • Knowledge of construction means and methods, especially in solar or renewable energy • Ability to drive process improvement and ensure technical compliance • Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills • Familiarity with site safety protocols and OSHA regulations • Technical understanding of electrical/mechanical systems used in solar construction • Supervision of subcontractors and field staff in active project environments • Proficiency in CAD, AutoCAD, and project design tools