Construction Engineer I (Temp-to-Hire)

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide. The Construction Engineer I supports core Construction Engineering functions by providing engineering coordination, technical communication, and documentation rigor, contributing to warranty analysis, emerging technologies implementation, and construction engineering support during operations.

Responsibilities:

• Gather field data, photos, as-built information, and installation details to support warranty claim evaluations
• Document potential design, manufacturing, or installation concerns and organize findings for review by senior engineering staff
• Compare field conditions against design documents, specifications, and installation standards to help identify root causes of warranty-related issues
• Maintain accurate, traceable warranty documentation logs to support issue tracking, escalation, and resolution
• Assist in coordinating engineering input for remediation plans and communicating required actions to project teams and clients
• Support the deployment of advanced construction technologies, including GPS enabled pile driving, drone-based topo capture, and machine control datasets
• Prepare and maintain engineering datasets used for GPS machine control, real time grading/terrain workflows, and other technology-enabled processes
• Assist with field execution of drone flights, data collection, and upload processes as required by construction and engineering teams
• Capture and organize field feedback on technology performance and communicate improvement opportunities to engineering leadership
• Participate in development, rollout, and continuous improvement of new construction technology SOPs
• Coordinate daily engineering information flow to field teams, ensuring timely distribution of drawing updates, clarifications, and consultant responses
• Manage RFIs by drafting clear, concise questions, gathering supporting documentation, routing to the correct engineering discipline, and tracking closure to avoid schedule delays
• Interpret and communicate project-specific design requirements such as SOLV standards, contract requirements, and permit conditions
• Maintain engineering document control systems, including drawing sets, data room folders, engineering exhibits, submittals, and version tracking
• Participate in constructability reviews by identifying missing details, design conflicts, or potential field execution risks
• Support owner/IE comment cycles by preparing comment logs, collecting consultant responses, and presenting organized summaries to project managers and field teams
• Monitor engineering deliverable timelines, identify at-risk items, and support mitigation efforts with internal and external engineering partners
• Assist with coordinating pre-construction pile load testing activities, including drill-rig scheduling, field logistics, and test setup
• Document load test procedures, test sequences, and field results accurately and consistently
• Track, organize, and communicate pile test data to project engineers, geotechnical consultants, and design partners
• Ensure pile test documentation aligns with contract requirements, industry standards, and engineering expectations
• Support identification of soil behavior or foundation performance concerns based on load test observations and results
• Conduct drawing comparisons, quantity checks, and review of plan sets to identify potential discrepancies or missing information
• Participate in project site visits to gather field data, observe installation methods, validate design assumptions, and enhance constructability awareness
• Identify and escalate engineering risks such as conflicting details, missing information, or unforeseen field conditions
• Contribute to SOP, workflow, and internal database development, including lessons learned, testing procedures, and advanced technology processes
• Build strong working relationships with project managers, superintendents, field engineers, consultants, and internal engineering teams to support fast issue resolution

Requirements:

• 0–3 years of relevant experience, with the ability to perform tasks with guidance and grow toward independent execution (aligned with Engineer I expectations)
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including civil, structural, electrical, and geotechnical plans
• Foundational understanding of construction processes, testing practices (such as pile load testing), and engineering documentation
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate, disciplined documentation across multiple engineering workflows
• Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to identify inconsistencies, collect supporting information, and escalate engineering concerns appropriately
• Strong communication skills, capable of explaining design updates, gathering field information, and collaborating with project managers, engineers, and field teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• Willingness to learn and support emerging construction technologies, including drone‑based surveys, GPS‑enabled equipment, and digital field data systems
• Ability to conduct field work, including walking construction sites, collecting data, observing installation methods, and participating in testing activities
• Sense of urgency and ownership, able to support fast‑paced construction environments and respond quickly to engineering information needs
• Team‑oriented, with the ability to work collaboratively across engineering, operations, warranty, and technology‑focused groups
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Studies, or a closely related technical field (preferred)
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification preferred or willingness to pursue certification
• Exposure to CAD, GIS, drone‑capture platforms, GPS machine‑control datasets, or similar tools preferred