Jennie Weissert
Summary
Lead Project Engineer with progressive experience in commercial and utility-scale solar PV projects. Proven ability to lead engineering teams, manage EPCs and Engineers of Record, and deliver technically compliant projects from interconnection through construction. Strong background in PV system design, permitting, AHJ coordination, value engineering, and construction support. NABCEP-certified with hands-on field and design experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Project Engineer
Green Spark Solar
Rochester, NY
06.2025 - Current
- Lead and mentor the project engineering team, providing technical direction across development, permitting, and construction phases
- Manage Engineers of Record, EPC contractors, and third-party consultants to ensure all technical deliverables meet contractual scope, codes, and company standards
- Serve as a primary technical resource for project teams, supporting issue resolution and constructability challenges
- Develop, review, and administer scopes of work; support contract reviews and technical negotiations
- Review engineering designs, studies, and construction drawings for compliance with AHJ requirements, NEC, IFC, and project specifications
- Coordinate with development, construction, finance, and external stakeholders to align technical execution with project goals
- Maintain complete and accurate project documentation in accordance with industry best practices
- Identify technical, schedule, and execution risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Drive value-engineering initiatives to reduce project costs while maintaining performance and quality
- Lead technical discussions with internal teams and developers regarding interconnection and grid requirements
- Support construction by responding to RFIs and resolving field-driven technical issues with installation crews
- Provide regular project status updates to internal leadership and developer partners
Commercial PV Designer
Green Spark Solar
Rochester, NY
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Designed commercial and ground-mounted PV and battery systems, including electrical three-line diagrams using CAD tools
- Verified preliminary site data and coordinated with sales, development, and engineering teams
- Researched and applied NEC, IFC, local building, zoning, and fire codes to ensure code-compliant designs
- Developed array layouts and structural racking plans using manufacturer-provided design software
- Coordinated with subcontracted engineers and consultants on structural and electrical designs
- Prepared and submitted permit applications, utility interconnection documentation, and approvals
- Supported installation teams with technical guidance during construction, commissioning, and system start-up
- Reviewed specifications and recommended equipment or design changes to improve system performance and constructability
- Implemented and updated standard operating procedures, quality control metrics, and safety standards
Electrical Designer
Century Engineering
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Utility design contractor for Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE)
- Oversaw and trained new designers on MicroStation, CAD, GIS, and related software platforms
- Produced detailed electrical designs using MicroStation in accordance with published standards and engineering calculations
- Provided QA support to junior designers
- Prepared cost estimates and bills of materials (BOMs)
- Supported engineering teams in design modifications for new installations and equipment removals
Certification
• NABCEP PV Associate (PVA), 07/01/21 - Expires 07/01/27
• Power52 Foundation - Solar Installation Training Program
• PVOL350: PV Systems – Tools & Techniques for O&M, Solar Energy International (SEI), 11/01/24
• PVOL202: Advanced PV System Design and the NEC (Grid-Direct), SEI, 06/01/24
• NCCER – System Design
• NCCER – System Installation and Inspection
• NCCER – Maintenance Troubleshooting
• NCCER – Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics
• Your Role in the Green Environment (LEED), NCCER
• OSHA 10
• Standard First Aid, CPR & AED
• Power52 Foundation - Solar Installation Training Program
• PVOL350: PV Systems – Tools & Techniques for O&M, Solar Energy International (SEI), 11/01/24
• PVOL202: Advanced PV System Design and the NEC (Grid-Direct), SEI, 06/01/24
• NCCER – System Design
• NCCER – System Installation and Inspection
• NCCER – Maintenance Troubleshooting
• NCCER – Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics
• Your Role in the Green Environment (LEED), NCCER
• OSHA 10
• Standard First Aid, CPR & AED
Timeline
Lead Project Engineer
Green Spark Solar
06.2025 - Current
Commercial PV Designer
Green Spark Solar
04.2024 - 06.2025
Electrical Designer
Century Engineering
11.2021 - 04.2024