Job Description

Local Unit & Position Description

Do you want to help the advancement of renewable energy?

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a fantastic Team Lead, Utility Solar Independent Engineering person to join us in working on a variety of solar projects throughout the US and Canada. You will be involved in the entire project life cycle, work with the biggest developers and financiers in the space and be exposed to cutting edge technology. The primary functions of this position include leading a team of technical project managers, performing and supporting project due diligence, and managing major customer accounts.

By joining our team at DNV, you will be part of accelerating the widespread deployment of solar energy and positively impacting society and the planet. We achieve our purpose through the long-term success of our customers. We strive to be a high-performing, innovative team that reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world.

DNV is the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading renewable energy consultant. DNV\xe2\x80\x99s Solar team holds a substantial market position for due diligence services to support the financing and construction of solar projects, and our staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry. In this role, our team provides technical consulting and independent engineering services for solar project developers, financial institutions, and investors who rely on our reports as part of their investment decision making process.

We have offices and colleagues throughout the Canada and offer flexible work environments (including remote-first options).

What You\xe2\x80\x99ll Do

• Leading a team of project managers and associates conducting technical due diligence in support of project financing
• Prioritizing QHSE considerations within the team to ensure safe execution and healthy work environment
• Providing technical oversight, guidance, and approval for the team, including coordination with civil and electrical engineering, energy assessment, technology, and permitting teams
• Strategic leadership including people resource planning, interpreting market trends, and developing service offerings
• Facilitating team personal and career development via coaching, annual review process, and training
• Support tool development, process refinement, digitization efforts, and lessons learned activities as part of continuous improvement of the team
• Developing business through managing key client relationships, developing new customers, conference attendance and industry networking, and developing and winning proposals for scopes of services
• Advancing team and industry thought leadership
• Supporting and coaching project managers and customers through the financial closing of projects: financing mechanics, certificates, loan drawdowns, and reliance issues
• Discussing and resolving challenging technical issues
• Coordinating or performing DNV construction monitoring and site visit activities
• Supporting our mission and vision, and having some fun while you do it

Position Qualifications

What is Required

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in an engineering, science, business, energy, or other related field is required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the solar industry
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and deft project and time management skills, including an ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines, and to mentor others in this regard
• Fluent in MS Office
• Solution oriented thinking skills and high integrity
• Understanding energy industry technology (modules, inverters, mounting systems/trackers, balance of system, etc) and exposure to contracts (construction, supply, operations, interconnection, offtake, and/or asset management contracts); familiarity with budgets and financial models
• General working knowledge of the solar project financing process (direct experience preferred).
• Exceptional business and technical skills and a customer-focused, entrepreneurial mindset
• Supportive and proactive team member, eager to work in a collaborative environment and inspire others, as well as work on self-directed independent projects
• Proven HSE mindset and demonstrated behaviour-based safety mentality
• We conduct pre-employment background screenings

What is Preferred

• Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree
• Some concentration of experience in at least one of the following: solar industry construction and operating contracts, solar project construction, operations/asset management, solar project design/development, module/inverter technology, energy assessment, power marketing/offtake contracting, energy storage technology and implementation, or in the independent engineering function
• Experience performing independent engineering due diligence assessments for project finance
• Experience managing or leading people
• Working knowledge of PVsyst and solar energy assessment
• Industry thought leadership experience
• Working knowledge of energy storage systems

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*

What We Offer

• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Company Holidays, Parental Leave, Sick, and Disability)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit Plan
• Group retirement plan with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Education reimbursement program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program with counseling, coaching, and support options
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities

**Benefits may vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election

How We Do It

We Care, We Dare, We Share

DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodations will be addressed confidentially.

DNV is proud to announce being named one of Houston\xe2\x80\x99s best places to work in the 2022 Houston Business Journal \xe2\x80\x93 Best Places to Work competition.

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Company & Business Area Description

DNV is the independent expert in assurance and risk management, operating in more than 100 countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise we advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions.

We provide assurance to the entire energy value chain through our advisory, monitoring, verification, and certification services. As the world\'s leading resource of independent energy experts and technical advisors, we help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. We are committed to realizing the goals of the Paris Agreement, and support all stakeholders to transition faster to a deeply decarbonized energy system.

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