Manager, Engineering

Job Summary The Manager, Engineering will primarily be responsible for a team of Engineers and designers developing preliminary PV and Battery designs, System Performance models, RFP responses, and supporting all land use permitting including project development design reviews, interconnection and final EPC or subcontracting activities. This position plays an important role in the department through development activities across a number of projects and supporting local approvals for projects. Upon completion of development the candidate will be responsible to develop or review final engineering design packages for construction.

The candidate will be responsible for completing the work either directly, or through internal or external resources. Responsibilities Serve as a PV and BESS leader technical expert for the team. Maintain, establish, and apply PV and BESS design standards and templates with the design team.

Review all preliminary PV and BESS system design drawings of staff. Coordinate teams’ efforts to ensure smooth interconnection application submission and application of local utility requirements in design documents. Resolve issues as they arise during Development, Interconnection and Construction.

Create and review detailed engineering design packages. Maintain and refine engineering processes and procedures for the engineering staff. Review and train staff to complete PV Syst models for the individual projects and evaluate new markets.

Maintain and establish relationships with external engineering resources. Establish budgets and manage subcontract and accounting processes. Ensure accurate development of Permit and Construction design packages for PV and BES projects.

Review Requests for Proposals and support proposal development. Provide proposal input including detailed technical project descriptions, legal risk and responsibility definitions, financial analysis, detailed supporting documentation of contractor quotes, simulation results, and cost and savings derivations. Coordinate and review the final site plans with senior design staff and inter‑discipline reviews to ensure compliance with other design considerations such as Civil and Structural Engineering.

Support Development and Construction activities on site and perform on‑site visits as necessary to support the project construction. Hire, train and develop engineering and design/drafting technicians on systems design, technologies, codes and contract document preparation. Review the design approach methods and equipment selection to ensure the best overall project design and customer goals are achieved.

Review Power Purchase Agreements, Tolling, and EPC agreements to ensure design compliance. Oversee various testing and quality assurance checks to verify the quality of completed projects. Qualifications Undergraduate (BS) Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

PE Registration as a Professional Engineer. Driver’s License. Minimum of 6 years experience including 2 years of management experience.

Competent with computer software including Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and SKM/ETap. Demonstrated knowledge of AutoCAD or AutoCAD Civil 3D. Demonstrated knowledge of PV Syst and system modeling.

Able to plan and manage the development and production of permit and contract documents for the construction of electrical PV systems. Interpersonal skills necessary to work within a cross‑functional team. Ability to work individually or as part of a team.

Self‑motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline‑driven environment. Analytical and mathematical mind, capable of evaluating and solving various problems. Capable of interacting effectively across organizational boundaries to achieve goals and meet deadlines.

Ability to integrate both verbal and written communications with interpersonal skills. Ability to represent the company well. Detail‑oriented engineer with an eye for the big picture.

Strong leadership and communication, with the ability to meet deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships. Expert proficiency with AutoCAD.

Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space. Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams. Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables.

Motivated self‑starter, goal‑oriented, and strong problem‑solving abilities. Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds. Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable.

Detail‑oriented, with strong business acumen and a sound understanding of business concepts. Hybrid business hours splitting time between home and office. Approximately 20% travel to development, construction, or operating assets.

Pay Range The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois or New York is $120,000 - $160,000. This range represents our good‑faith estimate for the position and is used for new‑hire salaries across all U.S. locations. Salary is determined by scope, responsibilities, experience, and market factors.

Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short‑term incentives in addition to salary. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr