Veristar Energy · 2 hours ago
Application Engineer / Project Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expVeristar Energy is a North American leader in onsite energy systems, and they are seeking an Application Engineer / Project Manager to design, develop, and execute energy projects. This role involves hands-on engineering and project leadership to deliver clean-energy solutions while ensuring technical excellence and profitability.
ConstructionEnergyFinancial ServicesProject Management
Responsibilities
Partner with local engineers and contractors to scope, design, and deliver advanced distributed energy systems including microturbines, renewable generation, battery energy storage (BESS), biogas conditioning treatment, heat recovery, advanced controls, and other emerging clean-tech technologies
Provide hands-on application engineering support throughout all phases of design to ensure performance, constructability, safety, and regulatory compliance
Review technical drawings, calculations, and system designs for quality and alignment with project objectives
Develop comprehensive project plans including budgets, schedules, risk assessments, and performance benchmarks
Lead all phases of project execution: development, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and final handoff
Maintain tight control of cost, schedule, safety, and quality to ensure successful, on-time, on-budget delivery
Proactively identify and mitigate project risks
Work closely with internal teams, design/build partners, and equipment vendors to optimize technical and commercial outcomes
Serve as a primary point of contact for customers—translating technical requirements into practical solutions and maintaining clear communication throughout the project lifecycle
Build trusted relationships with customers through consistent performance and transparency
Support proposal development, technical marketing, and project feasibility evaluations
Identify new technology applications, service strategies, and revenue opportunities that strengthen Veristar’s market position
Contribute to long-term service and lifecycle planning to maximize project performance and profitability after commissioning
Stay current on evolving energy technologies, regulations, and market trends
Recommend improvements to engineering standards, project execution processes, and internal tools to improve efficiency and customer outcomes
Bring an innovative, problem-solving mindset to both technical and operational challenges
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field required
3+ years of relevant work experience in power generation or energy systems
Strong understanding of energy systems, power generation, controls, heat recovery, and system integration
Proven experience in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Proficient with project management software, scheduling tools, and cost-tracking systems
Ability to negotiate effectively and resolve conflicts in a professional manner
Self-starter with strong ownership, leadership, and accountability
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Preferred
Project Management certification (PMP, CAPM) or demonstrated experience managing complex technical projects preferred
Company
Veristar Energy
Veristar Energy provides turnkey power solutions—including CHP, microgrids, and advanced technologies.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Justin Rathke
President and Founder
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