Optimization Engineer I

Job Description

Responsible for supporting the implementation and execution of engineering optimization workflows, tools, and value engineering initiatives across SOLV Energy projects under the guidance and supervision of senior engineers. This role is hybrid with regular in-office presence in San Diego, CA or Bend, OR. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties

General Duties

• Support engineering and procurement teams through the utilization of in-house developed software solutions (Propt tool).
• Coordinate with Engineering Management, Preconstruction, Procurement, Software Development, and the Lean Innovation & Technology (LIT) team as directed by the Engineering Optimization Manager.
• Learn and apply established workflows for engineering technologies and process improvements across SOLV projects as directed.

Engineering Optimization & Process Development

• Create pile matrices for purchase orders across active SOLV projects using the Propt tool with guidance from senior engineers.
• Follow standardized workflows for pile procurement and project execution.
• Communicate observations and potential opportunities to improve engineering workflows to senior team members.
• Support implementation and adoption of engineering tools and process improvements across projects.
• Monitor workflow performance and document observations for review by senior engineers.

Development & Tool Integration

• Support LIT and software development teams by testing engineering tools and reporting findings as directed.
• Gather feedback from project teams and communicate operational needs to senior engineers for tool enhancement requests.
• Support testing, rollout, and training efforts for new capabilities and process improvements.
• Assist in developing automation and reporting tools as directed by senior engineers.
• Support integration of construction automation requirements into engineering standards and project designs under the guidance of senior engineers.

Value Engineering & Project Support

• Assist with value engineering initiatives across civil, structural, and electrical disciplines.
• Document and communicate potential opportunities for project cost savings and constructability improvements to senior engineers.
• Support design teams and project stakeholders in implementing optimized engineering solutions as directed.
• Assist project teams with engineering coordination and technical process support throughout project execution.

Management & Communication

• Build working relationships across project teams to support consistent workflow execution and tool adoption.
• Support organizational adoption of new engineering tools, workflows, and standards.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 1-3 years of engineering, EPC, construction, or renewable energy experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (F.E.) preferred.
• Basic understanding of utility-scale solar project design and execution; willingness to develop expertise.
• Familiarity with PV foundation and racking systems preferred.
• Exposure to engineering coordination, procurement workflows, or project execution processes preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Interest in or basic experience with engineering software tools, databases, or workflow automation platforms preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks and communicate progress effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to adapt and respond quickly in a fast-paced EPC environment.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range

$89,118 - $106,942

Pay Rate Type

Salary

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

If you're interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.