Project Engineer I

Energize your future and join our team as we pursue a reliable, sustainable, cleaner energy future. At our Fortune 1000 diversified energy company, you’ll find a friendly, community-minded environment, with flexible work schedules, opportunities for growth and development, and competitive pay and benefits.

NJR Clean Energy Ventures (CEV), a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources (NJR) is seeking a Project Engineer I to provide assistance in the execution of the Clean Energy Ventures project plan with the review of the electrical design drawings and calculations, the development of new opportunities, and   oversight of the construction and implementation of multiple renewable energy projects. 

Major Responsibilities/Essential Functions
•    Assist in the review and comments for electrical design and vendor equipment drawings including array layouts, site electrical distribution plan, one-lines and grounding drawings
•    Assist in the review and comments for the electrical calculations including short circuit, cable and conduit sizing, grounding, voltage drop, incident energy and relay coordination
•    Conduct field inspections, which require the interpretation and implementation of contract specifications and drawings, and report any deficiencies
•    Assist in the development of electrical equipment and installation specifications
•    Attend factory witness testing for electrical equipment
•    Assist with the commissioning and testing program for new commercial solar projects
•    Develop array layouts and provide layout drawings using ACAD

Position Specifications
•    Bachelors degree in Engineering required (Mechanical, electrical, or civil preferred)
•    At least two to four years' experience working with an engineering design firm or construction management firm with an emphasis in renewable energy projects and electrical power system design
•    Fundamentals of Engineering Passing Score
•    Experience in commercial solar projects and/or solar array design experience is preferred
•    Experience with the National Electrical Code and electrical standards
•    Knowledge of electrical equipment, including, medium voltage switchgear, generators, inverters and transformers are preferred
•    AutoCAD and PVSyst software experience preferred
•    MS Office proficiency and effective communication skills required
•    Ability to scale NJRCEV assets and access rooftops
•    Travel required - 25% - 35%

* The above job description is reflective of the primary duties of this position and in no way limits the supervisor from assigning any other duties, responsibilities or initiatives as deemed necessary.

New Jersey Resources is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran, or other protected status.