Solar Engineering Manager

Location: Chicago, IL

About Us

Charlie Mike has partnered with a national leader offering comprehensive energy solutions (Solar, CHP, Battery Storage) to commercial and industrial clients across the country. As part of a larger portfolio of energy efficiency companies, we have the power to leverage our network to offer a unique set of business opportunities for clients and employees. Our client is a family-owned and operated business headquartered in Chicago, IL, and is experiencing rapid growth in the renewable energy industry.

Our client offers a fun, dynamic work environment. The enthusiasm and passion for making a difference in the renewable energy industry is clearly evident in the work of our employees. Come join our growing team!

Responsibilities

1. This position is responsible for leading and coordinating engineering activities for the technical support, design, and development of commercial solar and energy storage systems.
2. Hire, supervise, support, and develop the engineering team.
3. Assist the engineering project management team as needed, learning all aspects of the team’s responsibilities.
4. Maintain strong relationships with clients.
5. Assess current SOPs and workflows, identifying opportunities for improvement.
6. Ensure projects are completed efficiently, correctly, on schedule, and within budget.
7. Negotiate contracts with outside vendors.
8. Maintain relationships and manage expectations with engineering consultants and equipment vendors.
9. Review engineering work for accuracy and ensure compliance with engineering principles.
10. Review RFPs and contract documents.
11. Act as liaison with Project Management on matters relating to engineering progress, quality, and scope issues on projects, as well as interface with customers on technical questions/concerns.
12. Research latest technologies and best practices.

Education & Experience

1. Degree in engineering, electrical preferred.
2. 7+ years of engineering experience.
3. 2+ years of PV design engineering experience.
4. 2+ years of engineering management experience.
5. Battery/Storage experience preferred.
6. Excellent organizational skills & attention to detail.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
9. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
10. Project management and time management skills.
11. Expertise in building strong relationships.
12. Proficiency in understanding solar system design (Helioscope, AutoCAD, PVsyst).
13. NABCEP Design Specialist Certification preferred.
14. Knowledge of Electric (NEC) and Fire codes.
15. Experience preparing electrical engineering design packages.

If you believe your background and experience could be a great fit for this role, please apply directly or send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io.