Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager – Lead Technical Execution of Utility-Scale Solar Projects

Job Overview

• Company: Commonwealth Power
• Salary/Pay Rate: $70,000 – $105,000 per year (based on experience)
• Location: Richmond, VA (Travel Required)
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, and Utility-Scale Solar
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required
  
  

The Opportunity

You will lead the technical execution, planning, and delivery of high-impact commercial and utility-scale renewable energy projects. This high-impact role allows you to balance technical engineering expertise with field project management, team leadership, and client engagement. You will play a critical role in guiding solar systems from development through construction while shaping the growth of the engineering department.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Lead project development engineering efforts from early concept phases through final construction execution.
• Manage multiple solar infrastructure projects simultaneously through planning, procurement, construction, and closeout.
• Develop and track detailed project schedules, milestones, budgets, and deliverables alongside accounting.
• Conduct thorough engineering reviews, feasibility assessments, contract evaluations, and material selections.
• Coordinate directly with permitting authorities, utilities, engineering partners, and local AHJs.
• Mentor engineering team members to establish standard processes, scalable workflows, and best practices.
• Conduct field reviews and site visits to verify engineering quality, project compliance, and QA/QC processes.
  
  

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Proven engineering experience within renewable energy, solar, power distribution, or commercial electrical systems.
• Strong background combining core engineering principles with hands-on project management experience.
• Experience managing multiple projects, schedules, budgets, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Deep understanding of construction processes, project execution, and field operations.
• Valid driver's license and full willingness to travel to regional project sites as needed.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
• Current Professional Engineering (PE) License.
• Specific construction management experience leading commercial solar or utility-scale renewable energy teams.
• Technical proficiency with project management software, scheduling tools, and engineering platforms.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Performance-based advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings program.
• Paid time off covering vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Paid training, travel reimbursement, and leadership development programs.
  
  

About Us: Commonwealth Power is a Virginia-based solar contractor specializing in the engineering, procurement, and construction of commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solar energy projects. We partner with clients to deliver turnkey renewable energy solutions—from development and design through installation, commissioning, and ongoing support. Our team is built on safety, quality workmanship, integrity, and a shared commitment to advancing clean energy. At Commonwealth Power, we strive for excellence in our work and show a strong commitment to our team, valuing employees and treating everyone like family.

Learn more at https://www.commonwealthpowerllc.com/

Commonwealth Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.