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Senior Solar Project Engineer

Pfister Energy
Hawthorne, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/7/2025

Pfister Energy, Inc. is a renewable energy company providing innovative power solutions and energy efficiency measures for commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. We are a national developer and EPC of turnkey renewable energy, energy efficiency, and on-site distributed power generation systems, with over 600 megawatts (MW) of solar electric power (PV) installed in the United States. Pfister Energy provides in-house project development, engineering, pre-construction, project management, installation, system commissioning, and operations / maintenance.

Our Core Principles form the foundation for Pfister Energy’s work ethic and approach for creating long-lasting relationships with our people, customers, vendors, Trade-Partners, and partners. We select and promote our people, as well as choose our partners based upon alignment with our Core Principles.

About the role

Senior Solar Project Engineer will be responsible for leading the engineering design and technical project management for solar PV projects, including rooftop installations, ground-mounted systems, and single-axis tracker systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in solar energy engineering, project management, and design, with the ability to oversee projects from concept through completion, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and technical standards.

Job Responsibilities

Project Design & Engineering

  • Lead the design and engineering of rooftop, ground-mounted (fixed tilt and single-axis tracker)solar systems.
  • Develop project layouts, electrical designs, and integration plans using industry-standard design tools such as AutoCAD, PVsyst, PVcase and Helioscope tracker) solar systems
  • Conduct energy production estimates, performance tests utilizing regression model (per ASTM standard), and system optimization

Project Management

  • Oversee the full project lifecycle from feasibility studies, preliminary designs, permitting, construction support, and commissioning
  • Collaborate with cross-functional internal and external teams, including construction managers, procurement, and subcontractors to ensure the timely delivery of projects
  • Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocations
  • Technical Leadership

  • Serve as the technical expert on solar technologies, particularly rooftop, ground-mounted fixed-tilt and single-axis tracker systems
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
  • Ensure projects meet regulatory standards, utility interconnection requirements, local building codes and agreed deliverables per SOW in contract with the client
  • Permitting & Compliance

  • Coordinate with permitting agencies, utilities, and other regulatory bodies to secure necessary approvals
  • Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards (NEC, UL, ASCE, etc.), Electric Utility Co standards and safety regulations
  • Quality Assurance

  • Review and approve technical specifications, design documents, and engineering reports
  • Conduct site assessments, performance testing, and troubleshooting for ongoing projects
  • Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in solar PV engineering, with a focus on rooftop, ground-mounted, and single-axis tracker systems
  • Proven track record in delivering large-scale solar projects from design through commissioning
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope, PVcase and other industry-standard design tools
  • Strong understanding of electrical, structural, and civil engineering principles as they relate to solar PV systems
  • Knowledge of interconnection requirements, permitting processes, and relevant regulations
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills, with experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 months
  • Experience with battery storage and hybrid systems is a plus
  • Familiarity with SCADA systems and plant monitoring technologies
  • Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities and career advancement
  • Work Location

    Hybrid / Remote– Hawthorne, NJ

    Pfister Energy is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

    Pfister Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters and / or third parties in response to our job postings. Any unsolicited resumes become property of Pfister Energy and we reserve the right to pursue and hire any such candidate

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