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Civil Project Engineer II

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New Leaf Energy

New Leaf Energy

201-500 employees

Develops solar and energy storage projects

Energy

Compensation Overview

$112.8k - $130.3kAnnually

+ Bonus

Mid, Senior

Boston, MA, USA + 4 more

More locations: State College, PA, USA | Frederick, MD, USA | Richmond, VA, USA | Lowell, MA, USA

Hybrid work environment; in-office presence required at least two out of every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Category
Environmental Engineering
Construction Management
Architecture & Civil Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • 6-12 years experience in site development, entitlement, and environmental permitting (municipal, state, federal); Solar PV or energy storage experience desired
  • Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) level permitting coordination experience desired (CAISO, SPP, MISO, NYISO, PJM, ISO-NE)
  • Experience in cost estimation, reviewing engineering services contracts, managing subconsultants
  • Ability to communicate design concepts and lead meetings between clients, engineers, regulatory officials, and consultants
  • Ability to manage multiple projects while being highly motivated, detailed, and organized
Responsibilities
  • Site review, zoning/bylaws review and outlining entitlement path
  • Managing survey, environmental and engineering sub-consultants as well as working with staff engineers including file transfers and CAD uploads, etc
  • Becoming familiar with and ensuring overall consistency with the NLE’s Utility-Scale Value Stream Map (VSM)
  • Working with the state agencies, towns, and other stakeholders, as well as presenting to planning/zoning boards, state, and federal agencies
  • Develop permit documentation as necessary (e.g., narratives, exhibits, appendices, etc.)
  • Assisting in the continued development of standard details, notes, and specifications
  • Reviewing design drawings prepared by in-house or external designers

New Leaf Energy focuses on developing solar and energy storage projects to promote the use of renewable energy. Their projects are designed to benefit both system owners, who own the solar and storage systems, and offtakers, who purchase the energy produced. The company collaborates with local authorities and utilities to ensure successful project implementation across various regions in the United States, including California and New England. Unlike many competitors, New Leaf Energy emphasizes strong partnerships with landowners and a supportive workplace culture for its employees. The goal of New Leaf Energy is to accelerate the adoption of clean energy solutions, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lowell, Massachusetts

Founded

2022

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The company's recent projects, such as the 64-MW battery portfolio in Texas, demonstrate its capability to handle large-scale energy storage solutions.
  • Partnerships with entities like Standard Solar and FirstLight Power highlight New Leaf Energy's strong collaborative approach and industry influence.
  • The focus on environmental justice initiatives, as seen in Connecticut, positions the company as a socially responsible player in the renewable energy sector.

What critics are saying

  • The renewable energy sector is highly competitive, requiring continuous innovation and efficiency to maintain market position.
  • Dependence on regional policies and incentives can create financial instability if there are regulatory changes.

What makes New Leaf Energy unique

  • New Leaf Energy's focus on both solar and energy storage projects sets it apart from competitors who may specialize in only one area.
  • The company's strong regional presence in states like California, New York, and Texas allows it to leverage local policies and incentives effectively.
  • New Leaf Energy's leadership team brings decades of experience from Borrego, providing a solid foundation of industry knowledge and expertise.