Senior Development Engineer

February 26

🎸 Tennessee – Remote

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Silicon Ranch Corporation

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Silicon Ranch Corporation is a full-service solar and carbon solutions company dedicated to promoting renewable energy and sustainability across the United States. The company owns and operates over 160 solar projects across 15 states, producing more than 3,000 megawatts of renewable energy. Silicon Ranch focuses on community-engaged solar projects that enhance local economic growth, provide low-cost renewable energy, and promote environmental stewardship. Their projects include utility-scale solar farms and innovative regenerative energy solutions that restore soil health and improve biodiversity. Silicon Ranch is committed to delivering on Power Purchase Agreements and fostering long-term community partnerships while advancing clean energy initiatives and carbon solutions.

Full-Service Solar Energy Provider • Proprietary Financial Structures • Requires no capital investment • Owns and operates all of its projects for their duration • Successfully executed every project for each contract it has signed

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2011

⚡ Energy

📋 Description

• Lead civil engineering tasks for the development of solar projects during the pre-construction stages, serving as a technical expert within the development engineering team. • Conduct early feasibility studies to identify potential site constraints and design challenges. • Evaluate prospective projects, identifying and mapping all land-related constraints. • Identify and document engineering constraints, risks, and cost adders. • Hold regular check-ins with the project team to communicate and resolve issues early. • Lead site design reviews to ensure optimal design solutions align with project goals and constraints. • Solve complex site arrangement challenges creatively and effectively. • Collaborate with consultants and third-party engineering firms on due diligence efforts and other engineering support tasks. • Conduct and oversee site walks to inform site constraints, due diligence, and constructability. • Drive innovative approaches to maximize value engineering opportunities. • Ensure quality, accurate, and complete documentation for all project-related work prior to transition to delivery engineering team.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (required). • Additional educational qualifications such as a Master’s Degree, a Professional Engineer (PE) license or other related technical certifications are desired. • 5+ years of experience in related field • Proficiency in AutoCAD C3D, including advanced grading and hydrology features, and Microsoft Office Suite. • Knowledge of GIS software such as ArcGIS and QGIS considered a plus. • Strong knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, grading, and erosion control principles. • Experience with civil engineering design for solar plants, substations and battery energy storage systems (BESS) is preferred. • Ability to evaluate standard and non-standard costs. • Ability to complete survey verification and zoning compliance. • Ability to mentor and lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and driving project success. • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills for working effectively across multidisciplinary teams. • Excellent problem-solving and time management skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively. • Experience with PV design software and energy modeling tools considered a plus.