Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior Construction Engineer, Energy Storage (Remote)

at SOLV Energy

🏢 About SOLV Energy

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, specializing in utility-scale solar, battery storage, and high-voltage substation projects across North America. Their mission is to pioneer cleaner power and brighter futures, making them a key player in the renewable energy transition. Working here means contributing to large-scale sustainable projects with a company that values innovation and technical excellence.

About This Role

As a Senior Construction Engineer for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), you will provide advanced technical oversight and engineering judgment for EPC projects, focusing on high-risk BESS scopes, system integration, and commissioning. This role is critical in ensuring the successful execution of complex energy storage projects, directly impacting the reliability and efficiency of renewable energy infrastructure. You will also mentor junior engineers and influence standards, making it a role with significant responsibility and growth potential.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a virtual meeting with the project team to review BESS engineering progress and address any technical issues. You'll spend time reviewing design documents, coordinating with vendors on equipment specifications, and providing guidance to junior engineers. Afternoons could involve troubleshooting commissioning challenges or participating in standards development calls, all from your home office.

🎯 Who SOLV Energy Is Looking For

  • -
  • P
  • o
  • s
  • s
  • e
  • s
  • s
  • e
  • s
  • d
  • e
  • e
  • p
  • t
  • e
  • c
  • h
  • n
  • i
  • c
  • a
  • l
  • e
  • x
  • p
  • e
  • r
  • t
  • i
  • s
  • e
  • i
  • n
  • B
  • E
  • S
  • S
  • ,
  • i
  • n
  • c
  • l
  • u
  • d
  • i
  • n
  • g
  • s
  • y
  • s
  • t
  • e
  • m
  • d
  • e
  • s
  • i
  • g
  • n
  • ,
  • i
  • n
  • t
  • e
  • g
  • r
  • a
  • t
  • i
  • o
  • n
  • ,
  • a
  • n
  • d
  • c
  • o
  • m
  • m
  • i
  • s
  • s
  • i
  • o
  • n
  • i
  • n
  • g
  • ,
  • w
  • i
  • t
  • h
  • e
  • x
  • p
  • e
  • r
  • i
  • e
  • n
  • c
  • e
  • i
  • n
  • u
  • t
  • i
  • l
  • i
  • t
  • y
  • -
  • s
  • c
  • a
  • l
  • e
  • p
  • r
  • o
  • j
  • e
  • c
  • t
  • s
  • .
  • -
  • H
  • a
  • s
  • s
  • t
  • r
  • o
  • n
  • g
  • e
  • n
  • g
  • i
  • n
  • e
  • e
  • r
  • i
  • n
  • g
  • j
  • u
  • d
  • g
  • m
  • e
  • n
  • t
  • a
  • n
  • d
  • t
  • h
  • e
  • a
  • b
  • i
  • l
  • i
  • t
  • y
  • t
  • o
  • c
  • o
  • o
  • r
  • d
  • i
  • n
  • a
  • t
  • e
  • w
  • i
  • t
  • h
  • E
  • O
  • R
  • s
  • ,
  • v
  • e
  • n
  • d
  • o
  • r
  • s
  • ,
  • a
  • n
  • d
  • i
  • n
  • t
  • e
  • r
  • n
  • a
  • l
  • t
  • e
  • a
  • m
  • s
  • t
  • o
  • r
  • e
  • s
  • o
  • l
  • v
  • e
  • c
  • o
  • m
  • p
  • l
  • e
  • x
  • t
  • e
  • c
  • h
  • n
  • i
  • c
  • a
  • l
  • i
  • s
  • s
  • u
  • e
  • s
  • .
  • -
  • D
  • e
  • m
  • o
  • n
  • s
  • t
  • r
  • a
  • t
  • e
  • s
  • e
  • x
  • c
  • e
  • l
  • l
  • e
  • n
  • t
  • c
  • o
  • m
  • m
  • u
  • n
  • i
  • c
  • a
  • t
  • i
  • o
  • n
  • a
  • n
  • d
  • m
  • e
  • n
  • t
  • o
  • r
  • s
  • h
  • i
  • p
  • s
  • k
  • i
  • l
  • l
  • s
  • ,
  • w
  • i
  • t
  • h
  • t
  • h
  • e
  • a
  • b
  • i
  • l
  • i
  • t
  • y
  • t
  • o
  • i
  • n
  • f
  • l
  • u
  • e
  • n
  • c
  • e
  • s
  • t
  • a
  • n
  • d
  • a
  • r
  • d
  • s
  • a
  • n
  • d
  • p
  • r
  • o
  • c
  • e
  • s
  • s
  • e
  • s
  • .
  • -
  • H
  • o
  • l
  • d
  • s
  • a
  • r
  • e
  • l
  • e
  • v
  • a
  • n
  • t
  • e
  • n
  • g
  • i
  • n
  • e
  • e
  • r
  • i
  • n
  • g
  • d
  • e
  • g
  • r
  • e
  • e
  • a
  • n
  • d
  • p
  • r
  • o
  • f
  • e
  • s
  • s
  • i
  • o
  • n
  • a
  • l
  • e
  • n
  • g
  • i
  • n
  • e
  • e
  • r
  • i
  • n
  • g
  • (
  • P
  • E
  • )
  • l
  • i
  • c
  • e
  • n
  • s
  • e
  • ,
  • w
  • i
  • t
  • h
  • a
  • t
  • r
  • a
  • c
  • k
  • r
  • e
  • c
  • o
  • r
  • d
  • o
  • f
  • h
  • a
  • n
  • d
  • l
  • i
  • n
  • g
  • h
  • i
  • g
  • h
  • -
  • r
  • i
  • s
  • k
  • s
  • c
  • o
  • p
  • e
  • s
  • a
  • n
  • d
  • w
  • a
  • r
  • r
  • a
  • n
  • t
  • y
  • i
  • s
  • s
  • u
  • e
  • s
  • .

📝 Tips for Applying to SOLV Energy

1

Highlight specific BESS projects you've worked on, detailing your role in system integration, commissioning, and resolving technical challenges.

2

Emphasize your experience with fire protection coordination and compliance with NFPA 855 or similar standards, as this is a critical aspect of BESS safety.

3

Showcase your ability to work remotely and collaborate across time zones, as this role is fully remote and requires coordination with various stakeholders.

4

Quantify your achievements, such as reducing commissioning time or improving system reliability, to demonstrate your impact.

5

Tailor your resume to include keywords from the job description, such as 'BESS', 'EPC', 'commissioning', and 'technical authority'.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

- Your extensive experience with BESS projects, particularly utility-scale installations, and your ability to manage high-risk scopes. - Your collaborative approach with EORs, vendors, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless project execution. - Your commitment to safety and reliability, especially in fire protection and system integration for energy storage. - Your enthusiasm for contributing to SOLV Energy's mission of pioneering cleaner power and your interest in a remote role that offers flexibility.

Generate Cover Letter →

🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • Research SOLV Energy's recent BESS projects and their scale to understand the types of systems you'd be working on.
  • Learn about the company's safety protocols and any unique engineering standards they follow.
  • Look into SOLV Energy's culture and remote work practices by reading employee reviews on Glassdoor or LinkedIn.
  • Familiarize yourself with the latest BESS technologies and industry trends, such as battery chemistries and grid integration requirements.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a complex BESS project you worked on. What were the main engineering challenges and how did you resolve them?
2 How do you ensure compliance with fire protection codes (e.g., NFPA 855) in your BESS designs?
3 How do you handle coordination with multiple stakeholders (vendors, EORs, construction teams) in a remote work environment?
4 Walk me through your experience with commissioning and startup of BESS systems. What were some issues you encountered and how did you troubleshoot them?
5 How have you mentored junior engineers or contributed to improving engineering standards in your previous roles?
Practice Interview Questions →

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic cover letter that doesn't mention BESS or SOLV Energy specifically.
  • Avoid focusing only on solar experience without emphasizing your BESS expertise, as this role is dedicated to energy storage.
  • Don't overlook the remote aspect; ensure you have a clear plan for remote collaboration and communication, and mention it in your application.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

Offer

Congratulations!

Ready to Apply?

Good luck with your application to SOLV Energy!