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QE Solar

Solar Field Technician - Raleigh, NC

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

About QE Solar QE Solar is one of the nation's largest independent solar and BESS operations and ... Other responsibilities as directed by manager. Education Required: * High School or Technical ...

FindTalent

Construction Manager - Solar

Raleigh, NC

Direct experience in the solar industry is mandatory. * EPC project management experience is required. * Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage staff and subcontractors. * Proficiency in ...

Strata Solar LLC

Electrical Engineer 3

Durham, NC · On-site

Develop and evaluate electrical system requirements for utility-scale solar PV power plants * Direct and/or develop electrical layouts using AutoCAD * Develop electrical studies and calculations ...

Strata Solar LLC

Civil Engineer 2

Durham, NC

... solar farms. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Develop and evaluate site constraint analysis, including zoning, topography, environmental, soils * Direct and/or develop array layouts with ...

Strata Solar LLC

Front Desk Coordinator

Durham, NC

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

Answer and direct incoming calls Office Operations Support * Stock and maintain break rooms and ... Strata Solar is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Strata Solar is an equal ...

Strata Clean Energy

Electrical Engineer 3

Durham, NC · On-site

Develop and evaluate electrical system requirements for utility-scale solar PV power plants * Direct and/or develop electrical layouts using AutoCAD * Develop electrical studies and calculations ...

Voltage LLC

Operations Director

Chapel Hill, NC

About the Role The Operations Director is responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of ... Experience in manufacturing and/or solar or industrial environments preferred * Strategic and hands ...

Voltage LLC

Operations Director

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

About the Role The Operations Director is responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of ... Experience in manufacturing and/or solar or industrial environments preferred * Strategic and hands ...

Strata Clean Energy

Civil Engineer 2

Durham, NC · On-site

... solar farms. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Develop and evaluate site constraint analysis, including zoning, topography, environmental, soils * Direct and/or develop array layouts with ...

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What does a director solar do?

A Director of Solar is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of solar energy projects within a company or organization. This role typically involves strategic planning, budgeting, team leadership, and ensuring projects meet regulatory requirements and sustainability goals. Directors of Solar often collaborate with engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders to drive the growth of solar initiatives. They also monitor industry trends and technological advancements to keep their organization's solar programs competitive and efficient.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director solar?

To thrive as a Director of Solar, you need a strong background in renewable energy management, project development, and a relevant engineering or business degree, often supplemented by significant industry experience. Familiarity with solar PV systems, project management software, and financial modeling tools, as well as certifications like NABCEP, is typically required. Leadership, strategic vision, and excellent stakeholder communication skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are essential for overseeing complex solar projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving organizational growth in the rapidly evolving solar industry.

What are some common challenges faced by a director solar, and how can they be effectively managed?

A Director of Solar often encounters challenges such as navigating evolving regulatory environments, securing project financing, and managing cross-functional teams across multiple sites. Staying updated with local and federal policies, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, and implementing robust project management processes are key strategies for success. Additionally, balancing technical innovation with cost-effectiveness and ensuring team alignment on project goals are essential for driving project completion and company growth.

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Senior Director of Solar Engineering

Strata Solar LLC

Durham, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

The Senior Director of Solar Engineering is our senior design authority for utility-scale solar and storage projects, responsible for the technical design basis that drives each project’s value, cost, and constructability. You will own the configuration and technology decisions that shape a project from initiation through early-stage design. You'll balancing customer requirements, site and interconnection constraints, and company standards to define the right solution for each project and for competitive EPC bids. You will lead a focused, senior team of roughly 8–10 project engineers, technical specialists, and civil designers setting the design basis across the company’s utility-scale project portfolio.

Responsibilities

  • Produce and optimize the project design basis using company standards, customer requirements, and project-specific feasibility inputs, through early-stage (30%) design.
  • Determine project configuration and technology selection to maximize customer value and project returns.
  • Approve engineering designs for competitive bids and internal projects, and produce the associated bid-stage quantity estimates.
  • Govern changes to the design basis by evaluating proposed changes on technical merit and maintaining design integrity through construction.
  • Partner with development, procurement, construction, and the discipline engineering teams to ensure designs are buildable and aligned to project goals.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a team of project engineers, technical specialists, and designers.
  • Drive continuous improvement in design quality, consistency, and throughput.

Desired Experience

  • 8+ years of experience in utility-scale solar and/or storage engineering
  • Experience in design, estimating, and technology selection at volume
  • Ownership of the full project configuration space including, but not limited to trackers, electrical balance of plant, civil and geotechnical considerations, PV modules, and battery storage.
  • Strong technical judgment and the confidence to hold a position under commercial and schedule pressure.
  • Experience leading technical teams and approving design or bid deliverables.
  • PE license preferred.

About Us
Strata Clean Energy is a leading developer, EPC, and service provider for utility-scale solar and storage systems in the United States. We control and self-perform all processes from our nationwide solar and storage developments, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management.

Our employees are empowered to drive our business in a collaborative, creative, and passion-driven environment that fosters long-term professional growth. There is a lot to learn at Strata, but we’re here to help you give your best and have a good time doing it.

At Strata, you’re part of something big. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We are driving innovation to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Join us in powering the future.

Strata Solar is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Strata Solar is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.