Construction Engineer 2 (Temp-to-Hire)

This fully remote role supports EPC operation related engineering concerns and best practice guidance from the start of construction through SOLV Energy's warranty period. It begins as a contingent-to-permanent position, offering a clear path to permanent employment. The role is based in Columbus, OH, with location details and expectations discussed during the interview process. Compensation is hourly, in the range of $35.82 to $44.77 per hour.

Benefits and Opportunity

• Fully remote work with a contingent-to-permanent path
• Competitive hourly pay between $35.82 and $44.77
• Opportunity to receive project specific training in GPS enabled pile drivers and associated software, plus internal proprietary tools
• Involvement in continuous construction monitoring using drone technology
• Collaborate with SOLV Engineering, partners, and vendors to address operations concerns with engineered solutions
• Support the operations team across engineering related construction RFIs, internal and external
• Build and maintain strong relationships with site teams including Superintendents, Foremen, and Project Management
• Gain exposure to autonomous pile driving systems and terrain following racking savings

Responsibilities

• Qualified to perform all essential Construction Engineer job responsibilities
• Facilitate an open flow of communication between operations and engineering partners
• Provide transparency on what is working and what is not during operations and potential remediations
• Serve as the point of contact for operations to present engineering concerns, and work with SOLV Engineering, partners, and vendors to communicate design methodology and provide engineered solutions
• Assist the operations team with engineering related construction RFIs, both internal and external during the construction phase
• Exhibit urgency in resolving RFIs and other operations concerns
• Know and understand all project specific design requirements (SOLV Energy requirements, client/contract requirements, and permit requirements)
• Develop and maintain good relationships with site teams – Superintendents, Foremen, Project Management, etc
• Ensure sufficient knowledge of the SOLV EPC Contract to support operations and confirm SOLV compliance
• Direct the implementation of autonomous pile driving systems to capture material, labor, and schedule savings
• Assist the operations team with more engineering intensive clients and client engineers or independent engineers
• Guide project teams through design comments with consultants
• Assist the warranty team with confirmation of responsibility related to manufacturer failures, design compromises, and installation errors
• Develop and lead project specific training for project management and field teams in GPS enabled pile drivers and relevant software/tools
• Support SOLV Energy in developing continuous construction monitoring using drone technology

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Studies, Construction Management, or related field
• 2-5 years of construction-related experience, or equivalent
• Excellent written communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Aptitude for problem solving, and strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment
• Proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel
• Exposure in CAD/GIS and aptitude for proficiency in these and other engineering software
• Ability to read and understand project drawings and specifications
• Field experience preferred

Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• CAD
• GIS
• GPS-enabled pile drivers
• Drone technology

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Occasional exposure to weather, vibration, dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic or caustic chemicals
• Constant ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, talk, and possess depth perception
• Occasional driving, climbing, carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high exposed places
• Noise levels can be high
• Ability to work in both office and field settings and manage daily responsibilities during site visits

Compensation

• Compensation range: $35.82 - $44.77 per hour
• Pay rate type: Hourly

SOLV Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of differences and are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that strengthen our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.