Project Engineer

Job Summary:

Melink Solar, a leader in Commercial (C&I) and Utility (IPP) solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), is seeking a Project Engineer to support our technical project development. Reporting to the Director of Engineering & Quality, this role is essential in Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) system design from initial conception through project completion. As a technical resource, you will work closely with customers, the sales team, and project execution teams to develop and design efficient and cost-effective solar PV and BESS systems that meet their needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate customer facilities to determine the feasibility of various solar mounting solutions including the electrical interconnection strategy
• Develop tailored solar PV system designs and energy production models using industry-specific software to determine optimal system size and performance.
• Develop BESS systems using industry-specific modeling for sizing and performance
• Review and approve electrical equipment submittals
• Perform electrical calculations and system sizing, ensuring all designs meet local codes, regulations, and standards.
• Design and develop complete electrical design sets from interconnection application through construction plan sets complying with relevant code standards
• Lead the Utility specific interconnection application process
• Compile detailed reports that integrate utility data, system sizing/costs, and projected energy production for sales presentations.
• Support Sales team customer meetings, providing technical expertise to help educate and guide customers in their decision-making process.
• Coordinate with construction teams to ensure accurate system installation
• Complete all technical deliverables within an assigned project
• Support or lead QA/QC on-site audits within an assigned project
• Value engineering
• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related technical field required
• Strong understanding of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology and system design.
• Understanding of Battery technology and their application as storage systems for commercial and utility scale
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Understanding of electrical line drawings is preferred.
• Experience with design/modeling tools such as: Helioscope, Solesca, ETB, PVcase, SAM, PVsyst.
• Familiarity with NEC, IEEE/ANSI standards, and electrical codes is a plus.
• Familiarity with electrical system construction is a plus.
• Ability to effectively present technical information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and stakeholders.
• Exceptional customer service skills, including strong verbal and written communication, emotional intelligence, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other data management tools for analyzing energy models and financial metrics.
• Self-motivated, hardworking, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Additional skills and qualifications are preferred but not required: Power Quality, PV capacity testing, Power Studies, ETAP Modeling, Utility Scale Electrical, Medium Voltage Design (pole, metering, and interconnection), SEL programming with Ascelerator, ETAP modeling, PE in Electrical Engineering.

Why Join Melink Solar?

• Solar Power World top contractor last 5 years
• 2025 Best Place to work, Cincinnati Business Courier
• Career development opportunities, promote from within
• Proven year over year business growth
• Gain hands-on experience in the growing renewable energy industry.
• Work alongside industry experts in engineering, solar, and battery development.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives and support the transition to clean energy.

Melink Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.