Renewable Energy Engineer (Entry-Level)
The Renewable Energy Engineer (Entry-Level) supports engineering activities across solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects throughout their lifecycle. This role involves technical design support, data analysis, coordination with utilities, and on-site construction assistance, offering hands-on experience and mentorship within a growing clean energy company operating in the Northeast.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a renewable energy company.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
You will join the engineering team supporting utility-scale solar, wind and battery energy storage (BESS) projects across the project lifecycle. Working with experienced engineers, you’ll take on real responsibility from day one.
- Support engineering design and technical reviews for solar, wind and BESS projects at every stage
- Prepare energy production estimates, site evaluations and technical due diligence
- Assist with interconnection applications and coordination with utilities and PJM processes
- Review technical submittals from EPC contractors, consultants and equipment vendors
- Support construction and commissioning activities, including travel to project sites across the Northeast
- Analyze operating performance data and recommend improvements
- Contribute to engineering tools, templates and standards to scale team output
What We’re Looking For
We hire for aptitude and attitude. If you meet the core requirements below and are excited about clean energy, we encourage you to apply.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, environmental engineering or related field
- Demonstrated interest in renewable energy and the clean energy transition
- Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data and spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets, or similar)
- Clear written and verbal communication; able to explain technical topics clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
- Initiative, curiosity and a willingness to learn on the job
- Authorization to work in the United States (employer will verify eligibility)
- Internship, co-op or project experience in energy is a plus but not required
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year (exact offer depends on experience)
- Hybrid work from our Newark office with regular on-site and field work as required
- Structured development path with mentorship from senior engineers
- Hands-on exposure to full project lifecycle across solar, wind and BESS technologies
- Health, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and generous PTO
- Support for professional development, including assistance toward PE licensure
Location & Schedule
- Primary office: Newark, NJ (hybrid)
- Role requires occasional travel to project sites across the Northeast region
Why This Role
This is an early-career opportunity to build engineering skills while contributing to real, operating clean energy assets. You’ll learn from experienced engineers, gain exposure to multiple technologies and progress on a clear development path.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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