Job Description

Mechanical Construction Engineer – Utility-Scale Solar

Location: Houston, TX. The role is office-based.
Relocation: You must live in the Houston area or be willing to relocate.
Travel: Approximately 10–20%. The role is based in the Houston office, with occasional visits to project sites in the Dallas and San Antonio areas.
Assignment Type: This is a long-term (multi-year) contract assignment with a possibility of going perm at any time throughout the assignment.

About the Opportunity

A global engineering and construction group is seeking a Mechanical Construction Engineer to support utility-scale solar projects in Texas. You’ll lead mechanical and structural design reviews and work with engineering teams, vendors, and subcontractors to resolve construction issues involving foundations, piles, fixed-tilt racking, single-axis trackers, and PV modules.

What You’ll Do

- Review drawings, structural calculations, specifications, and construction packages. Flag constructability issues early and give installation teams clear technical direction.
- Work with vendors, subcontractors, and project engineers to resolve design and installation questions and verify that work meets manufacturer specifications and project standards.
- Evaluate proposed change orders against the contract documents, assess technical, cost, and schedule impacts, and make recommendations to project leadership.
- Support installation planning, track progress and quality, and recommend corrective actions when issues arise.
- Support field inspections covering alignment, torque, structural integrity, and workmanship. Verify compliance with project safety and quality procedures.
- Prepare and review inspection reports, punch lists, redlines, and as-built documentation.

What You Bring

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- At least 3 years of relevant engineering or construction experience, including direct experience on utility-scale solar PV projects.
- Experience reviewing mechanical or structural drawings, specifications, and calculations and evaluating proposed construction changes.
- Working knowledge of PV mounting systems, trackers, structural components, and mechanical installation methods.
- Experience coordinating with vendors, subcontractors, and field teams to resolve technical issues.
- Familiarity with applicable U.S. structural and installation codes, ISO standards, Eurocodes, or equivalent standards.
- Fluency in English. Spanish or another language is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience on utility-scale solar projects of 100 MW or larger.
- Familiarity with geotechnical conditions and foundation systems such as piles and driven posts.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering software.
- OSHA 30, NEBOSH, or an equivalent safety certification