Eric Thornbrew, P.E.
About Eric Thornbrew, P.E.
Eric Thornbrew, P.E. is a Senior Civil Engineer at Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC in Dallas, Texas, where he has worked since 2021. He specializes in documenting construction drawings as 'As-Builts' and managing engineering activities for solar projects.
Work at Leeward Renewable Energy
Eric Thornbrew serves as a Senior Civil Engineer at Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Dallas, Texas, he is responsible for ensuring that construction drawings and specifications are accurately documented as 'As-Builts' for all project work. His role involves collaboration with Operations Engineering to update designs for existing facilities as necessary. Additionally, he oversees and manages engineering activities related to solar projects, including preliminary and final geotechnical investigations, corrosion analysis, and pile load testing.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Leeward Renewable Energy, Eric Thornbrew accumulated diverse experience in civil engineering and project management. He worked at RRC Companies as a Civil Project Engineer from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, he was employed at First Solar as a Civil Engineer from 2011 to 2020. His earlier roles include Project Manager at W-T Communication Design Group, LLC from 2009 to 2011, and Designer at David Evans and Associates, Inc. from 2006 to 2008. He also briefly worked as a Database Coordinator at Volt Technical Resources in 2009 and served as a Service Supervisor at Albertsons from 1999 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Eric Thornbrew earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in Civil Engineering from Northern Arizona University, completing his studies from 2003 to 2006. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) in Civil, Environmental, and Sustainable Engineering from Arizona State University, where he studied from 2010 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in civil engineering, particularly in the renewable energy sector.
Engineering Responsibilities and Contributions
In his current role, Eric Thornbrew is responsible for providing 30% design packages for contractor bids. He collaborates with contractors to optimize designs to the Issued for Construction (IFC) standards. His work ensures that engineering activities align with project requirements and industry standards, contributing to the successful execution of solar projects.