<div><b style="font-size:11pt;">About Encore Renewable Energy</b></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">Encore Renewable Energy is a leading integrated clean energy services company headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, focused on developing, building, owning and operating sustainable, high return community-scale solar PV systems, large scale energy storage applications and 21st century solutions for the redevelopment of underutilized property.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">Encore is a dynamic, high-growth, team-oriented, entrepreneurial company. We are a group of colleagues committed to the triple bottom line of people, planet, profit, and are willing to take on responsibilities outside of our comfort zone. We hope you are too!</span></div><div><br></div><div>Encore Renewable Energy’s growing Engineering Team seeks a highly motivated, electrical focused “Project Engineer” to work with our EPC team and external engineering partners and developers. Primary focus will be on the design, technical management, and implementation of successful solar and energy storage projects.</div><div><br></div><div>The Project Engineer will be responsible for supporting the engineering team in all the Company’s various engineering related activities. This is a high-skill level position, requiring an experienced and talented professional who can fit in well with the</div><div>Encore culture of productivity, growth, and performance. The Project Engineer will report to the Sr. Director of Engineering. </div><div><br></div><div>Preference for residency within VT, NY, ME, PA, RI, Washington DC, SC, GA, AL, IL, MI, and CO. New locations considered on a case-by-case basis. </div><br><br><h3>Your responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Engineering design and development support for DG and community scale solar and energy storage projects.</li><li>Develop and review electrical design documents using AutoCAD and PVCase. Deliverables include, but are not limited to, single-line diagrams (SLDs), three-line diagrams, equipment and advanced 3D array layouts. </li><li>Understanding of AC and DC conduit and cable sizing, Data Acquisition System (DAS), Wiring and grounding schematics, Construction details, Hazard Labels and markings drawings.</li><li>Specify and size electrical equipment (inverters, transformers, switchgear, racking, module, DAS and BOS components in coordination with procurement.</li><li>Support the management of external civil engineering and electrical engineering firms</li><li> Review external Civil, Racking, Geotechnical and Electrical designs.</li><li>Conduct power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination).</li><li>Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, UL, and local utility interconnection standards for Solar and BESS designs.</li><li> Review utility interconnection docs: System Impact Studies, IX estimates, Facilities Studies, Generator Interconnection Agreements, Transmission and Fast Track studies.</li><li>Run detailed production models with complex shading scenes, topography and optimized layouts using PVSyst.</li><li>Review equipment submittals from external EPC/Contractors.</li><li>Perform QA/QC of installed systems and support troubleshooting during commissioning.</li><li>Interface with EPCs, vendors, utilities, and AHJs to resolve technical issues.</li><li>Work closely with project managers, finance, and permitting teams to align on project goals and move projects successfully through pre construction and construction phases.</li><li>Help manage flow of project deliverables from across the project lifecycle.</li><li>Provide remote support and review of construction and commissioning procedures.</li><li> Provide input and responses to contractor “Request for Information" during construction phase of a project.</li><li>Identify key risk factors and determine interconnection feasibility to support site acquisition and new market feasibility.</li><li>Assist Asset Management Team to help troubleshoot and monitor operational assets and help determine corrective action as necessary.</li><li>Research and keep Company current with new technologies and regulatory conditions including building codes, fire codes, utility requirements, vendor qualifications, industry best practices, safety standards, etc.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li><div><br></div></ul><h3>Your skills and experiences</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field or similar set of experiences; EIT or PE preferred.</li><li>3–6 years of relevant technical/design experience in solar PV or power systems engineering.</li><li> 3-6 years of experience using AutoCAD with an understanding of layer control, scaling, sheet sets, xrefs, blocks, and plot files.</li><li>Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE1547, UL standards, and utility interconnection protocols.</li><li>Experience with design tools like AutoCAD, PVcase, PVSyst, and ETAP/SKM.</li><li>Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.</li><li>Willingness to travel for site visits and project support (up to 10%).</li><li>Diligent, detailed oriented, and dynamic. Able to self-organize priorities, set and work to deadlines, often with limited direct oversight</li><li>A high degree of emotional intelligence</li><li>Team player - willingness to pitch in across the organization</li><li>Commitment to personal learning, growth and development</li><li>Commitment to Encore’s values</li></ul><h3>Additional skills or experiences </h3><ul><li>Experience with energy storage systems (ESS) or hybrid systems (solar + BESS).</li><li>NABCEP Certified </li><li>Familiarity with distributed energy regulations and permitting.</li><li>Hands-on electrical field experience or construction oversight</li><li>Proficient in PVsyst, MS Excel, MS Word and GIS.</li><div><br></div></ul><br><div><b style="font-size:11pt;">Life at Encore</b></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">Our team is our single greatest asset and that of which we are most proud. Encore team members share a single mission – building the clean energy economy of the future in a responsible manner that creates high quality jobs and enhances the communities in which our projects operate.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">We invest heavily in our team – here are a few of the perks and benefits we offer:</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">●</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">      </span><span style="font-size:11pt;">Complete, high quality medical benefits that include flex time options for child and family care and extended parental leave</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">●</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">      </span><span style="font-size:11pt;">100% of health-care premiums funded by Encore</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">●</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">      </span><span style="font-size:11pt;">Work-life balance with flexible work schedules (remote work opportunities) and attractive paid-time off policy</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">●</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">      </span><span style="font-size:11pt;">11 paid holidays (includes 1 floating holiday of employee’s choice)</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">●</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">      </span><span style="font-size:11pt;">One paid volunteer day each fiscal quarter</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">●</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">      </span><span style="font-size:11pt;">401k profit sharing</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">●</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">      </span><span style="font-size:11pt;">Employee equity participation program</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">●</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">      </span><span style="font-size:11pt;">Continuing education and tuition assistance</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;"> </span></div><div><b style="font-size:11pt;">Justice, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion</b></div><div><b style="font-size:11pt;"> </b></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">Encore believes that an equitable and inclusive work environment, and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. We are not looking for candidates who are “culture fits.” We are looking for candidates who can expand our culture, challenge business as usual, and bring their whole selves to work. We strive to provide all candidates with an equitable and accessible recruitment process.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">Encore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Encore complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Encore has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:11pt;">Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate.</span></div>

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<div><b>About Encore Renewable Energy</b></div><div><span>Encore Renewable Energy is a leading integrated clean energy services company headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, focused on developing, building, owning and operating sustainable, high return community-scale solar PV systems, large scale energy storage applications and 21st century solutions for the redevelopment of underutilized property.</span></div><div><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>Encore is a dynamic, high-growth, team-oriented, entrepreneurial company. We are a group of colleagues committed to the triple bottom line of people, planet, profit, and are willing to take on responsibilities outside of our comfort zone. We hope you are too!</span></div><div><br></div><div>Encore Renewable Energy’s growing Engineering Team seeks a highly motivated, electrical focused “Project Engineer” to work with our EPC team and external engineering partners and developers. Primary focus will be on the design, technical management, and implementation of successful solar and energy storage projects.</div><div><br></div><div>The Project Engineer will be responsible for supporting the engineering team in all the Company’s various engineering related activities. This is a high-skill level position, requiring an experienced and talented professional who can fit in well with the</div><div>Encore culture of productivity, growth, and performance. The Project Engineer will report to the Sr. Director of Engineering. </div><div><br></div><div>Preference for residency within VT, NY, ME, PA, RI, Washington DC, SC, GA, AL, IL, MI, and CO. New locations considered on a case-by-case basis. </div><br><br><h3>Your responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Engineering design and development support for DG and community scale solar and energy storage projects.</li><li>Develop and review electrical design documents using AutoCAD and PVCase. Deliverables include, but are not limited to, single-line diagrams (SLDs), three-line diagrams, equipment and advanced 3D array layouts.&nbsp;</li><li>Understanding of AC and DC conduit and cable sizing, Data Acquisition System (DAS), Wiring and grounding schematics, Construction details, Hazard Labels and markings drawings.</li><li>Specify and size electrical equipment (inverters, transformers, switchgear, racking, module, DAS and BOS components in coordination with procurement.</li><li>Support the management of external civil engineering and electrical engineering firms</li><li>&nbsp;Review external Civil, Racking, Geotechnical and Electrical designs.</li><li>Conduct power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination).</li><li>Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, UL, and local utility interconnection standards for Solar and BESS designs.</li><li>&nbsp;Review utility interconnection docs: System Impact Studies, IX estimates, Facilities Studies, Generator Interconnection Agreements, Transmission and Fast Track studies.</li><li>Run detailed production models with complex shading scenes, topography and optimized layouts using PVSyst.</li><li>Review equipment submittals from external EPC/Contractors.</li><li>Perform QA/QC of installed systems and support troubleshooting during commissioning.</li><li>Interface with EPCs, vendors, utilities, and AHJs to resolve technical issues.</li><li>Work closely with project managers, finance, and permitting teams to align on project goals and move projects successfully through pre construction and construction phases.</li><li>Help manage flow of project deliverables from across the project lifecycle.</li><li>Provide remote support and review of construction and commissioning procedures.</li><li>&nbsp;Provide input and responses to contractor “Request for Information" during construction phase of a project.</li><li>Identify key risk factors and determine interconnection feasibility to support site acquisition and new market feasibility.</li><li>Assist Asset Management Team to help troubleshoot and monitor operational assets and help determine corrective action as necessary.</li><li>Research and keep Company current with new technologies and regulatory conditions including building codes, fire codes, utility requirements, vendor qualifications, industry best practices, safety standards, etc.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li><div><br></div></ul><h3>Your skills and experiences</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field or similar set of experiences; EIT or PE preferred.</li><li>3–6 years of relevant technical/design experience in solar PV or power systems engineering.</li><li> 3-6 years of experience using AutoCAD with an understanding of layer control, scaling, sheet sets, xrefs, blocks, and plot files.</li><li>Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE1547, UL standards, and utility interconnection protocols.</li><li>Experience with design tools like AutoCAD, PVcase, PVSyst, and ETAP/SKM.</li><li>Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.</li><li>Willingness to travel for site visits and project support (up to 10%).</li><li>Diligent, detailed oriented, and dynamic. Able to self-organize priorities, set and work to deadlines, often with limited direct oversight</li><li>A high degree of emotional intelligence</li><li>Team player - willingness to pitch in across the organization</li><li>Commitment to personal learning, growth and development</li><li>Commitment to Encore’s values</li></ul><h3>Additional skills or experiences </h3><ul><li>Experience with energy storage systems (ESS) or hybrid systems (solar + BESS).</li><li>NABCEP Certified&nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with distributed energy regulations and permitting.</li><li>Hands-on electrical field experience or construction oversight</li><li>Proficient in PVsyst, MS Excel, MS Word and GIS.</li><div><br></div></ul><br><div><b>Life at Encore</b></div><div><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>Our team is our single greatest asset and that of which we are most proud. Encore team members share a single mission – building the clean energy economy of the future in a responsible manner that creates high quality jobs and enhances the communities in which our projects operate.</span></div><div><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>We invest heavily in our team – here are a few of the perks and benefits we offer:</span></div><div><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>●</span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Complete, high quality medical benefits that include flex time options for child and family care and extended parental leave</span></div><div><span>●</span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>100% of health-care premiums funded by Encore</span></div><div><span>●</span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Work-life balance with flexible work schedules (remote work opportunities) and attractive paid-time off policy</span></div><div><span>●</span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>11 paid holidays (includes 1 floating holiday of employee’s choice)</span></div><div><span>●</span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>One paid volunteer day each fiscal quarter</span></div><div><span>●</span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>401k profit sharing</span></div><div><span>●</span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Employee equity participation program</span></div><div><span>●</span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Continuing education and tuition assistance</span></div><div><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><b>Justice, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion</b></div><div><b>&nbsp;</b></div><div><span>Encore believes that an equitable and inclusive work environment, and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. We are not looking for candidates who are “culture fits.” We are looking for candidates who can expand our culture, challenge business as usual, and bring their whole selves to work. We strive to provide all candidates with an equitable and accessible recruitment process.</span></div><div><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>Encore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Encore complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Encore has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.</span></div><div><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate.</span></div>

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