EPC Solar - Field Engineer

LPL Solar is a self-perform solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, managing long-standing relationships with some of the nation’s largest utilities and IPPs (Independent Power Producers) in the U.S.  Our leadership team has over 18 GW of solar construction experience over 180 projects in thirteen states and the Province of Ontario, Canada.

Field Engineer Job Responsibilities

• Creates, maintains, and executes the project plan and schedule while ensuring the project stays within budget.
• Creates a team atmosphere within project teams, inclusive of subcontractors and trade labor.
• Supervises and coordinates all construction activities as directed by the Site Superintendent.
• Supervises, coaches, and trains labor forces, foreman, general foreman while relentlessly pursing methods to optimize operations.  
• Ensures project materials and workmanship meet the project Quality Standards and Design requirements.
• Obtains necessary information from engineers, designers, inspectors, municipal/provincial authorities and owners to deliver an exceptional project.
• Advises senior management of potential problems, work interferences or schedule difficulties while assisting in circumventing/resolving such conflicts; anticipates and resolves project issues and schedule difficulties.
• Works with Site Superintendent to ensure all required reports are submitted on time.
• Obtain required training certifications such as Forklift Operator, Rigging and OSHA-40.

Unlike some Solar Contractors, LPL self-performs the construction trades of many of the build components of a utility-scale solar plant.  Skills and experience gained in self-perform construction pay significant dividends as our associates progress into different opportunities within the company.  Deeply involved in each aspect of construction, our project engineers interact regularly with project executives, project managers, general superintendents, superintendents, and field supervisors.

Field Engineer Qualifications / Skills

• Ability to apply complex engineering principles to construction challenges.
• Ability to visualize the entire project and anticipate constructability issues and embed solutions in the construction plans and schedules.
• Ability to visualize and create the project schedule’s critical path.
• Ability to schedule, monitor, and forecast resources for optimum efficiency.
• Ability to manage many facets of the construction project and assume responsibility.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Understands when to seek out professional advice.
• Ability to work inside of a Large Dynamic Team.
• Understand the High Standards of Quality Assurance.
• Develop and Implement Process Planning
• Implement construction specifications and procedures
• Establish, monitor, maintain and update construction work schedules
• The Field Engineer will report to the Site Superintendent.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other related discipline required
• Spanish-speaking a plus
• Proficient with MS Office Suite of tools, exposure to schedule software, preferably Primavera (P6) preferred

If you want to be part of a rapidly growing Solar EPC that is transforming the future of power generation through renewable energy, that is inspired by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, and is focused on providing employees career-advancing opportunities while building long-term client relationships, LPL Solar could be the place for you.

Apply today by visiting www.lplsolar.com/careers.