A well-established and growing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor is seeking a Design Manager to join its renewable energy division. With decades of experience in delivering comprehensive EPC services, this company specializes in the construction of utility-scale Wind, Solar, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across North America.
Position: Design Manager
Reports to: Construction Vice President
Location: Remote - U.S. based
Travel: 1 week of travel to Dallas office per month
Role Overview
As the Design Manager, you will oversee all phases of design for renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory and technical standards, and that all deliverables align with internal and client expectations. This role requires a strong background in engineering and design, effective leadership, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Working closely with pre-construction and procurement teams, you'll support equipment selection and subcontractor agreements, helping to deliver high-quality, constructible solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Coordination
Develop and maintain project design schedules, budgets, and team resources
Collaborate with stakeholders including estimating, procurement, and engineering to ensure unified goals
Lead design reviews and resolve issues to keep projects on track
Design Oversight
Engage with and manage the Engineer of Record (EoR) to ensure project requirements are well-defined and contractually sound
Review design documents, drawings, and specifications for accuracy and completeness
Ensure compliance with relevant codes, industry standards, and project-specific requirements
Evaluate constructability and feasibility at the point of interconnection
Team & Technical Leadership
Lead and mentor internal and external design teams, fostering collaboration and technical excellence
Provide guidance on complex technical issues and engineering decisions
Act as the key liaison for client feedback and coordinate updates with the design teams
Quality & Risk Management
Implement quality control measures and ensure consistency across design deliverables
Perform audits and peer reviews to identify gaps and manage risk
Maintain health, safety, and environmental compliance during design phases
Client & Stakeholder Communication
Serve as the main contact for clients during the design stage
Prepare reports and updates for stakeholders and senior leadership
Incorporate client input while safeguarding project timelines and integrity
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems focus preferred) or equivalent experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license highly desirable
7+ years of experience in renewable energy design or construction management
Strong knowledge of wind, solar, and energy storage technologies
Proven leadership and project coordination skills
Proficiency in design and planning tools (e.g., PVsyst, AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project)
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to collaborate with remote teams
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.