(On-Site) - Senior Technical Project Engineer — Utility-Scale Solar & BESS | Houston, TX. US

September 26, 2026

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Are you ready to join a leading global renewable energy company that is making a positive impact on the world? We are X-ELIO : a Brookfield-owned leader in the renewable sector, that has built over 3 GW of renewable energy projects (solar/BESS) across 13 countries and is developing 13 GW more, and we are looking for you Position: (On-Site) - Senior Technical Project Engineer — Utility-Scale Solar & BESS | Houston, TX . Based in: Houston, TX, US (On-Site). The selected professional will manage, optimize, and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering tasks for large-scale renewable energy projects from initiation to operation, ensuring seamless execution across teams and geographies. What will you do? - Collaborate with Engineers and Development Managers for project support in development, design, and cost estimation. - Gather and analyze key technical data, including site drawings, electricity load, and costs. - Review and validate Solar PV layouts, electrical diagrams, and perform energy modeling (PVsyst). - Support Procurement and EPC teams by preparing technical documents and coordinating engineering work. - Assist financial teams with Technical Due Diligence and manage interconnection applications if needed. - Conduct site visits, ensure compliance with safety standards, and maintain strong business relationships. What do we need? - Education & Experience: BA/BS in Electrical Engineering (or similar) with 5+ years in Solar PV, Energy Storage, or related energy project development. - Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, PVsyst, and knowledge of NEC and relevant codes. - Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of renewable energy markets, project lifecycles, and utility interconnection processes. - Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, work cross-functionally, and adapt to varying complexities. - Additional Qualifications: Professional certifications (PE, PMP, NABCEP, etc.) preferred; experience deploying Li-ion Energy Storage Systems. What do we offer? - Career Growth: Development opportunities within an international company. - Performance-Based Bonus: Annual bonus tied to individual and company performance. - Flexible Work Model: Hybrid setup. - Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan. - Comprehensive Health Benefits: Health insurance plus an HSA for tax-free medical expenses. - Continuous Learning: Technical and leadership training programs. Join a team of passionate and talented individuals making a positive impact in the world If you are interested in the position and want to know more apply to the link, for any other query, contact us at recruitment@x-elio.com *At X-ELIO, we are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to a fair and unbiased hiring process that respects individuals regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or any other personal characteristics. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to submit their applications* *X-ELIO does not accept resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or search firms for positions posted on any of our careers platforms. If you are a representative of such an organization, please contact the X-ELIO People & Culture team directly at recruitment@x-elio.com for consideration.* *X-ELIO and its affiliates will not be responsible for any fees related to resumes submitted through this source or unsolicited resumes sent to any member of X-ELIO's team. Any such resumes will be considered the property of X-ELIO.* *We have established an approved vendor program for recruiting services and will only review solicited submissions from agencies that are part of this program and have a signed agreement in place. All recruiting-related inquiries should be directed exclusively to the X-ELIO People & Culture team.*

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