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Project Engineer

SST Direct, Miami, FL, United States


We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) firm that self‑performs a significant portion of the construction for utility‑scale solar projects. This position requires 100% travel, primarily throughout the Southeast and extending as far as West Texas. Recent college grads are encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary starts at $75,000, negotiable based on experience.

Annual bonus of 10%, possible additional 10% kicker on top of the first 10%.

Per-diem available.

Company truck & fuel card.

Comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) match, PTO, and more.

Responsibilities for Project Engineer

Completes engineering projects by organizing and controlling project elements.

Develops project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans and conferring with management.

Determines project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements, assigning personnel to phases and elements, and reviewing bids from contractors.

Determines project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards.

Completes technical studies and prepares cost estimates.

Confirms product performance by designing and conducting tests.

Determines project schedule by studying project plan and specifications, calculating time requirements, and sequencing project elements.

Maintains project schedule by monitoring progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems.

Controls project plan by reviewing design, specifications, and plan, scheduling changes, and recommending actions.

Controls project costs by approving expenditures and administering contractor contracts.

Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends; recommending actions.

Maintains project database by writing computer programs; entering and backing up data.

Requirements for Project Engineer

Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.

Spanish-speaking a plus.

Proficient with MS Office Suite, exposure to schedule software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.

Skills Preferred

Requirements analysis

Design skills

Project management

Construction means and methods

Process improvement

Technical understanding

Documentation skills

Safety management

Supervision

CAD/CAD-CAM circuit design

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