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Job Description

Commercial SOLAR DESIGN ENGINEER

[ min. 4 yrs of C&I exp. ] others will be rejected automatically

The Design Engineer takes the initial system concept from the sales team and translate them into fully detailed construction ready designs for commissioned projects.

Major Responsibilities as Solar PV Design Engineer

• Calculations & design for PV systems – roof and ground mount systems, AC/DC electrical design, DC stringing, NEC code compliance, fire / building code compliance, and project requirements
• Accurate BOM preparation of electrical and racking components.
• Overseeing project execution from design phase to job completion
• Utilization of custom software tools to design PV ground mounted and roof top systems (Helioscope, Autocad, PVCad)
• Perform accurate system sizing calculations.
• Create electrical single/three-line diagrams, panel schedules, or connection diagrams for solar electric systems, using computer-aided design (AutoCAD experience preferred)
• Run production (PVWatts, PVSyst, etc.) reports for system production estimates.
• Develop optimal designs with SLD, PML, conduit and wire scheduling, routing and equipment plans.
• Execute designs that adhere to grid compliance and permitting requirements.
• Coordinate with Sales team to develop complete proposal packages.
• Work across functionally with sales, project management, and installation teams to ensure clients’ needs and internal deadlines are met.
• Manage solar EPC Projects

Requirements Senior Design Engineer

• Minimum 4 years of experience in solar PV system design, residential, commercial, or utility scale.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD and related Autodesk software.
• Must be proficient in PVSyst and related solar performance modeling software.
• Demonstrated electrical, structural and mechanical design skills, with the ability to generate accurate, and highly detailed construction drawings.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal skills, including the ability to communicate in a positive manner with project managers, other engineering/design team members, management and installation contractors to foster an environment of superior coordination.
• Good problem solving and critical thinking abilities and a proactive work ethic. Must take accountability of own body of work, closing each project by design completion efficiently, while maintaining accuracy and strict attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to clearly define objectives, exercise sound technical judgment, take on increasing levels of responsibility and to thrive in a small, flexible and dynamic work environment.
• Strong ability to apply innovative and creative skills to problem solving.
• Experience with on-site troubleshooting of technology and automation of manual processes
• Knowledge of National Electric Code is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• 6+ years’ experience designing commercial & utility scale solar PV system
• Working knowledge of NEC code and NABCEP is required.
• Experience designing energy storage systems.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, PVsyst, CYMCAP & Etap software
• Current driver’s license

Compensation

• $70,000 -$95,000/year depending on your experience level.
• comprehensive package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays

Ecojiva LLC is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions in Renewable Energy Industry. We thrive on data-driven decision-making and are passionate about enhancing customer experiences through advanced marketing strategies and AI-powered tools.