Senior Project Engineer

Senior Project Engineer

We are seeking a highly experienced and versatile Senior Project Engineer to oversee and coordinate external engineering firms supporting the development, design, and delivery of energy infrastructure projects. The role includes working on solar, wind, battery storage, combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT), high voltage interconnections, as well as geotechnical, electrical, and survey engineering disciplines.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility‑scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose‑driven organization. We hope you will join us.

• Support the Pre‑Construction Department by actively participating in the EPC RFP process for assigned projects through contract execution.
• Coordinate and manage third‑party engineering firms across multiple disciplines (renewables, CCGT, HV electrical, geotech, etc.).
• Review scopes of work, deliverables, and schedules for engineering consultants.
• Experience creating and reviewing engineering deliverables (10/30/60/90% design packages) to ensure all engineering activities align with project timelines and budgets.
• Provide technical support for Supply Chain to review new BESS and PCS technologies, PV inverters, and MV transformers.
• Ongoing project support: miscellaneous tech support for projects in build & RFPs, review ordinances/by‑laws for developers.
• Understand the implications of various technical options and guide engineering designs to achieve the best solution for each situation.
• Coordinate high‑voltage early‑stage single line drawings and equipment with Grid Integration and Procurement teams.
• Conduct risk analysis of site layouts.
• Ensure the execution of work in accordance with contracts and policies.
• Develop effective relationships with internal departments, contractors, suppliers, landowners, and other stakeholders.
• Support maintenance of EPCA technical specs and contracts.
• Act as the point of contact between internal development/construction teams and external engineering consultants.
• Support the RFI process during construction of a project with external EPCs.
• Manage owner’s engineering parties.
• Facilitate design coordination meetings and issue resolution discussions, reinforcing a team approach throughout the enterprise.
• Effectively communicate relevant information to superiors.
• Champion change and effectively manage the implementation of new ideas, processes, tools, etc.
• Support or manage the relationships with all external entities during the development phase of the project such as local government, permitting agencies, pipeline utility companies, and interconnecting utilities.
• Coordinate and handle multiple projects under pressure with a high degree of independence and professional judgment to deliver projects within deadlines.
• Additional duties as required.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 5–7 years in the renewable energy sector or industrial construction or capital project management.
• Advanced knowledge of power generation technologies, interconnection requirements, and contractor management.
• Competency in analytical problem solving, customer/partner relationships, and technology expertise.
• Experience with high‑voltage interconnection aspects of a project’s SOW.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Project, Excel), Procore, Site Tracker, and other discipline‑relevant software.
• AutoCAD experience specific to project development.
• Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Renewables.

• Self‑motivated, capable of performing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and multitasking ability.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Commitment…