Project Engineer
Lineaenergy, Chicago, IL, United States
Linea Energy is a leading independent power company dedicated to developing, building, and operating renewable energy projects across the Americas. Our mission is to provide sustainable energy solutions that empower communities and drive the transition to a clean energy future. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Linea Energy is committed to innovation, excellence, and the highest standards of environmental stewardship.
Location: San Francisco, CA / Chicago, IL / Austin, TX
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Linea Energy is seeking an experienced Development Engineer to join our Project Execution team. In this role, your responsibilities will cover a broad scope of technical services for solar, battery, and wind projects. This role will require providing support for projects ranging across the entire lifecycle (greenfield to operational), with the majority of your time focused on projects in the late‑stage development to NTP phase. The role will require the use of a wide skill set across Electrical, Structural, Civil, cost estimating, energy modeling, and contracting disciplines. The ideal candidate will bring a generalist mindset toward solving the wide‑ranging technical challenges inherent in utility‑scale renewable project development and construction.
Key Responsibilities
Project Technical Evaluation:
responsible for the technical evaluation workflow for Solar, BESS, and Wind projects. Specifically:
Determination of appropriate system configuration within a given set of spatial constraints, local requirements, and environmental conditions (hydrology, geotech, wind, hail, corrosion, etc.)
The way in which the above characteristics affect system design and layout, and subsequently factor into energy production and build costs.
Performance Engineering support
Micro‑siting and layout support
Solar, BESS, and Wind energy production estimates
PPA performance guarantee risk assessment
System performance variability and probability of exceedance analysis
CAPEX modeling
Project build cost estimating for Solar PV, BESS, and Wind facilities
Schedule building and cash forecasting
Technical‑investor interface
transaction support for structured finance
Communication interface between relevant project stakeholders (Owner, IE, EPC, and Lenders)
Coordinating completion of general technical due diligence checklists
Representing Owner requirements for project specifications.
Defining project basis of design
Interacting with engineering counterparties (e.g., EPC, EoR, and suppliers) to ensure requirements are met for optimal project design.
Reviewing and negotiating technical exhibits within the EPC Agreement
Supporting EPC RFP process
Manage and respond to technical RFIs
Coordination of Owner’s Engineering service providers
Supply Chain and Procurement Support
Supplier Evaluation & Equipment Bankability Due Diligence (PV modules, batteries, inverters, trackers, wind turbine generators, MPTs, HV breakers)
Supply chain QA/QC service provider scoping and coordination
Test lab coordination for PV module accelerated lifetime stress testing
Technology roadmap development based on aggregation of industry information
Sourcing forward cost curves from qualified industry reports
Inventory management as needed
Development Support
Review project constraints through the development process and provide final review and approval of constraints prior to an EPC RFP
Supporting project developers with development‑stage technical deliverables (geotech, hydrology, wind/solar met campaigns, RFP questionnaires, etc.)
Coordinate with Operations & Maintenance teams to implement performance improvement recommendations.
Asset Management feedback loop
Engaging with engineering teams on design improvements for future projects based on feedback from operational experience.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, or related technical field
5+ years of experience in the renewable energy sector
Demonstrated expertise in analyzing solar, wind, and/or battery storage system performance
Energy modeling software experience: PVsyst, PlantPredict, windPRO, etc.
Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies and performance factors
Proficiency with data analysis tools and performance monitoring systems
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
Experience with predictive analytics and machine learning applications in energy
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Location
This position is available in any of our office locations:
Chicago, IL
Austin, TX
Competitive salary and performance bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the renewable energy transition
Linea Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience in renewable energy performance engineering.
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Location: San Francisco, CA / Chicago, IL / Austin, TX
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Linea Energy is seeking an experienced Development Engineer to join our Project Execution team. In this role, your responsibilities will cover a broad scope of technical services for solar, battery, and wind projects. This role will require providing support for projects ranging across the entire lifecycle (greenfield to operational), with the majority of your time focused on projects in the late‑stage development to NTP phase. The role will require the use of a wide skill set across Electrical, Structural, Civil, cost estimating, energy modeling, and contracting disciplines. The ideal candidate will bring a generalist mindset toward solving the wide‑ranging technical challenges inherent in utility‑scale renewable project development and construction.
Key Responsibilities
Project Technical Evaluation:
responsible for the technical evaluation workflow for Solar, BESS, and Wind projects. Specifically:
Determination of appropriate system configuration within a given set of spatial constraints, local requirements, and environmental conditions (hydrology, geotech, wind, hail, corrosion, etc.)
The way in which the above characteristics affect system design and layout, and subsequently factor into energy production and build costs.
Performance Engineering support
Micro‑siting and layout support
Solar, BESS, and Wind energy production estimates
PPA performance guarantee risk assessment
System performance variability and probability of exceedance analysis
CAPEX modeling
Project build cost estimating for Solar PV, BESS, and Wind facilities
Schedule building and cash forecasting
Technical‑investor interface
transaction support for structured finance
Communication interface between relevant project stakeholders (Owner, IE, EPC, and Lenders)
Coordinating completion of general technical due diligence checklists
Representing Owner requirements for project specifications.
Defining project basis of design
Interacting with engineering counterparties (e.g., EPC, EoR, and suppliers) to ensure requirements are met for optimal project design.
Reviewing and negotiating technical exhibits within the EPC Agreement
Supporting EPC RFP process
Manage and respond to technical RFIs
Coordination of Owner’s Engineering service providers
Supply Chain and Procurement Support
Supplier Evaluation & Equipment Bankability Due Diligence (PV modules, batteries, inverters, trackers, wind turbine generators, MPTs, HV breakers)
Supply chain QA/QC service provider scoping and coordination
Test lab coordination for PV module accelerated lifetime stress testing
Technology roadmap development based on aggregation of industry information
Sourcing forward cost curves from qualified industry reports
Inventory management as needed
Development Support
Review project constraints through the development process and provide final review and approval of constraints prior to an EPC RFP
Supporting project developers with development‑stage technical deliverables (geotech, hydrology, wind/solar met campaigns, RFP questionnaires, etc.)
Coordinate with Operations & Maintenance teams to implement performance improvement recommendations.
Asset Management feedback loop
Engaging with engineering teams on design improvements for future projects based on feedback from operational experience.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, or related technical field
5+ years of experience in the renewable energy sector
Demonstrated expertise in analyzing solar, wind, and/or battery storage system performance
Energy modeling software experience: PVsyst, PlantPredict, windPRO, etc.
Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies and performance factors
Proficiency with data analysis tools and performance monitoring systems
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
Experience with predictive analytics and machine learning applications in energy
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Location
This position is available in any of our office locations:
Chicago, IL
Austin, TX
Competitive salary and performance bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the renewable energy transition
Linea Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience in renewable energy performance engineering.
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