Job Title: | Sol Ecolution – Sr. Project Engineer, Northern Caribbean |
Employer: | Sol Dominican Republic |
Location: | Dominican Republic |
Available to: | Yes | Current Sol staff | Yes | External Applicants |
Reports to: | Project Development Manager, Sol Ecolution |
Subordinates: | None |
Purpose: | Support the development and execution of the portfolio of Sol Ecolution projects across the Western Caribbean from a technical standpoint including Engineering, HSE, project management and contractor management to facilitate safe, timely and cost-effective completion of project initiatives Support the identification, management, development, and execution of the pipeline of utility scale opportunities This role requires a strategic engineer who can navigate the dynamic landscape of solar energy, specifically in the Dominican Republic |
Accountabilities: | - Work cross‑functionally with Sol teams and external partners to support the licensing, permitting, design, construction, and operation of solar + BESS projects across the Western Caribbean.
- Lead rigorous technical due diligence for new project acquisitions, including energy yield assessments, curtailment reviews, performance analysis, and detailed technical risk evaluations.
- Serve as the primary technical point of contact with OEMs, and suppliers, managing specifications, design clarifications, warranties, and equipment performance requirements.
- Oversee the full technical lifecycle of utility‑scale and C&I solar + storage projects, ensuring efficient execution from early design through commissioning and handover.
- Coordinate and collaborate with engineering, development, procurement, and operations teams to optimize system design, performance, and overall project outcomes.
- Maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies, utilities, government agencies, and industry stakeholders to support compliant, timely project approvals and interconnection processes.
- Stay current on renewable energy regulations, permitting requirements, and interconnection frameworks in the Dominican Republic (CNE, SIE), and provide guidance on regulatory risks and opportunities.
- Engage and work with consultants performing detailed technical due diligence, ensuring high‑quality assessments of design packages, SLDs, site conditions, and performance benchmarks.
- Review commissioning plans and reports, verify testing protocols, and lead resolution of technical issues and punch‑list items.
- Assess O&M plans, review maintenance reports, track preventive and corrective activities, and ensure performance aligns with contractual KPIs and system expectations.
- Review and provide technical and commercial input on EPC, O&M, and interconnection agreements, focusing on performance guarantees, availability requirements, and compliance conditions.
- Deliver clear engineering reviews of technical studies, proposals, and documentation across permitting, design, construction, and operational phases.
- Support HSE requirements for projects in pre-construction, under construction and in operation, ensuring adherence to Sol Ecolution’s HSE standards.
- Perform other related duties aligned with the level and scope of the role as assigned.
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BOLD Behaviours and Values | - Be an ambassador and supporter of our BOLD leadership behavior and values.
- When we are BOLD, we create a work environment where we can thrive and excel through continuous improvement whether we are an individual contributor, manager, director, or the senior leadership team.
 
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Qualification Requirements: | - A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or related engineering discipline
- Minimum Five years of relevant work experience in the solar industry working in a technical/engineering context, with Project Management responsibilities for the delivery of a portfolio of renewable energy projects, including HSE knowledge and experience
- Advanced user of PVSyst
- Knowledge of Helioscope, Rated Power, and other software is a plus.
- Strong track record in technical due diligence and in reviewing commissioning, performance, and O&M documentation
- Experience reading and marking up EPC, O&M, and interconnection agreements
- Working knowledge of the Dominican Republic renewable regulatory landscape and interconnection processes; ability to engage with utilities/regulators
- Ability to travel across the WC markets
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, and analytical skills in a project development and construction context
- Exceptionally high level of focus on quality of work and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in Spanish and English
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Other Competency Requirements: | - Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and respond to changing priorities
- A strong work ethic, high level of enthusiasm and ability to excel in a flexible, fast paced environment
- Strong team orientation balanced with the ability to work autonomously on projects and initiatives.
- Ability to handle confidential information
- Exceptional business and financial acumen
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Other Information: | In addition to basic salary the successful applicant shall receive applicable job grade allowances and be eligible to participate in applicable market’s benefits portfolio. Travel will be required |
Application Procedures: | Applications are to complete the Job application Form in JobVite and or submitting resume via e-mail to careers@solpetroleum.com. Applicants must complete all the requested information to be considered. Certified copies of relevant certificates will be requested for those applications under consideration. Only suitable applications will be acknowledged. |
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