Interested in work with a renewable energy developer? Our client is focused on developing both off-site utility-scale and on-site distributed generation solar PV and energy storage projects. They are seeking a seasoned individual with over five years of engineering & PV experience. This position will provide design and engineering services such as performance modeling, site inspections, equipment procurement support, construction drawing reviews, and installation support.  

Essential Duties: 

• Design utility scale solar PV systems including civil, structural, and electrical aspects 
• Oversee engineering responsibilities through the execution and construction of projects 
• Create energy production models for solar PV projects and conduct resource meteorological data assessments for project sites. 
• Work closely with interconnection engineers to create electrical line diagrams, conduct electrical design studies, and formulate other electrical calculations 
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team of third-party engineers and equipment manufacturers to provide construction-ready plans/details for installations 
• Design solar module mounting structures for fixed tilt and tracker racking systems. 
• Develop and manage relationships with a network of vendors and engineering consultants for the entire life cycle of a project including development, permitting, construction, and asset management phases 
• Provide engineering and technical support of solar PV projects to commercial origination, development, construction, and finance functions 
• Perform site visits for project assessment and feasibility. 
• Build and maintain tools for energy modeling, system design, cost estimating, product evaluation, and more. 
• Support utility interconnection and permitting application processes, training of engineering department personnel, and the development of design drawing libraries. 
  
   

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.   
• Five years in an engineering role within PV industry; design, project execution, and construction of utility scale solar PV projects 
• Strong knowledge of relevant industry standard design code and PVSyst energy modeling software 
• Adept at selecting and sizing equipment for different circumstances. 
• Able to determine which is best in the given situation; modules, combiner boxes, disconnects, wiring, or inverter technologies & sizing. 
• Familiarity with interconnection, structural engineering, racking, and balance of systems 
• Preferred qualifications include proficiency in AutoCAD, knowledge of medium voltage distribution and protection systems, and NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification