PV Project Intern

RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, fixed term

The PV Project Engineering Intern role will focus on designing and analyzing Utility-Scale PV Projects that RWECE is developing. Its function is within the PV team and collaborates with other stakeholders, such as Civil Engineering, Pre-Construction Engineering, Development, etc., to carry out the layout development and energy assessment for the PV projects.
The role will support the development projects in delivering accurate layouts and production estimates by factoring in all the engineering inputs and performing due diligence on work performed by external consultants.

As RWECE grows its portfolio of PV Projects, the position supports the Development projects as they move into the Construction phase. It collaborates with both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders to meet the timelines of projects and successfully get them approved for Construction with accurate engineering analysis. 

Role Responsibilities: 

• Create a dedicated PV layout and provide support on the constructability and design of layouts
• Run Energy Estimates using PVsyst
• Support internal project and optimization teams on miscellaneous technical and administrative activities
• Review PPA, IA, and RFPs for internal portfolio projects while supporting the interconnection team
• Work with the finance teams to support project sensitivity analysis and respond to IE questions
• Support in software development for enhancements to cloud-based software hub for internal tools
• Test new software developed with software and PV engineer’s support

Job Requirements and Experiences: 

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or related engineering field
• Strong time management and prioritization skills to manage multiple projects and engineering team initiatives
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interface with internal and external stakeholders to meet project deadlines
• Technical knowledge of PV and electrical systems a plus
• Understanding of project economics to design cost-efficient systems a plus
• This is a full-time 12-week summer internship starting the first week of June in our Austin, TX, or Chicago, IL, office

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Clean Energy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range: The hourly base salary range for this position in Illinois for undergraduates is $25.00 - $35.00 an hour, and for graduates is $30.00 - $40.00. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Paid time off and Holidays.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Clean Energy is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, with a presence in most U.S. states from coast to coast. RWE’s team of about 2,000 employees in the U.S. stands ready to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs. With its homegrown and fastest-to-market product, RWE supports the goal of American Energy dominance and independence. To that end, RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).