Commercial PV Designer

The Commercial PV Designer is accountable for all technical and design work of assigned C&I PV/ Distributed Generation projects from conceptual design to final completion. This includes utilizing gathered site data from the Assessment team to design a system that functions within the constraints of the site, meets the needs and expectations of the clients and provides a best-in-class PV system. This role will work within the Design and Engineering team and report directly to the Design Manager.

The ideal candidate must be an enthusiastic problem solver, self-motivated, hands-on, results-oriented, detail-oriented and a team player.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Development, documentation and creation of system design deliverables required to construct a high performing Commercial PV system.
• Develop finalized module layouts based on gathered imagery and drone analysis.
• Work with Engineer and project staff to develop and maintain design standards and specifications.
• Create design layouts, single line diagrams and other electrical schematics for commercial scale solar arrays utilizing AutoCAD.
• Create structural/racking design packets utilizing internal and external software and design packages.
• Prepare documents for final Engineering review and approval. 
• Ensure design compliance with applicable codes and company design standards with engineering oversight.
• Prepare drawings for internal purposes as well as all project stages including utility interconnection, permitting, construction and record/as-built drawings.
• Work with Project Management and Construction teams to provide design support prior to and during construction.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in design of commercial photovoltaic systems.
• High proficiency in AutoCAD. 
• BOM development and estimating experience.

Desired Skills/Attributes: 

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a similar technical field from an accredited university.
• Knowledge of electrical principles and technical aspects of PV design.
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional or PV Design Specialist Certification (or equivalent).
• Helioscope and PVsyst proficiency. 
• Knowledge of industry standard design codes such as NEC, NFPA and UL.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as work independently.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.