Construction Engineer 2 (Temp-to-Hire)

SOLV Energy is seeking a Construction Engineer 2 (Temp-to-Hire) to support EPC operation-related engineering concerns from the start of construction through SOLV’s warranty period. The position offers a fully remote work arrangement based in Boston, MA, with the potential to transition to permanent employment.

In this role, you will serve as a conduit between operations and engineering, translating field observations into actionable engineering actions and coordinating with SOLV Engineering, partners, and vendors to explain design reasoning and deliver engineered solutions for on-site concerns.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all essential Construction Engineer duties required for the role.
• Maintain open communication between operations and engineering partners to improve transparency about operational performance and remediation needs.
• Act as the point of contact for operations to present engineering concerns and collaborate with SOLV Engineering, partners, and vendors to justify design approaches and provide engineered solutions.
• Assist the operations team with engineering-related construction RFIs, both internal and external, during the construction phase.
• Respond promptly to RFIs and other operational concerns to maintain project momentum.
• Understand and apply all project-specific design requirements, including SOLV Energy requirements, client/contract requirements, and permits.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with site teams such as Superintendents, Foremen, and Project Management.
• Maintain knowledge of the SOLV EPC Contract to support operations and verify SOLV compliance with the contract.
• Oversee the deployment of autonomous pile driving systems to capture material, labor, and schedule savings tied to terrain-following racking systems.
• Assist the operations team with more engineering-intensive clients and interactions with the client’s engineer or independent engineer.
• Guide project teams through design comments with consultants.
• Support the warranty team in confirming responsibilities related to manufacturer failures, design compromises, and installation errors.
• Develop and lead project-specific training for Project Management and Field Teams in the use of GPS-enabled pile drivers and related software/tools.
• Support SOLV Energy’s development of continuous construction monitoring using drone technology.

Requirements

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

Technologies

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

Job Description

This role will begin as a contingent position with the potential to transition to a permanent position.

Compensation

Salary: USD 3,582 - 4,477 per hour

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Occasional exposure to weather, dust, fumes, electric shock, radiation, and toxic/caustic chemicals
• Need for close and distant vision, as well as hearing and speaking abilities and depth perception
• Occasional driving, climbing, carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, and working at heights
• High noise levels typical of construction sites
• Ability to work in both office and field settings while managing daily responsibilities during site visits