Solar PV Engineer

Base pay range $110,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr Role Responsibilities Support the Engineering department in the design of utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) power plants in their early stages of development Responsible for solar meteorological measurement campaigns, energy production estimates, and reviewing capacity tests after construction Generate preliminary utility-scale PV plant designs, including optimized layout iterations, module & inverter modeling, and electrical configuration. Generate internal energy production estimates using PVSyst for solar farms under development and track changes across design life. Collaborate with internal teams (Development, Construction, Procurement, and other Engineering teams) to ensure design alignment with internal standards and applicable codes. Review buildable areas derived from topographical, geotechnical, and environmental constraints. Assist in preparing design packages for local and state permitting, landowner exhibits, and contractor bidding. Review and provide feedback on detailed designs from external consultants and contractors. Contribute to the development and refinement of internal design standards, templates, and tools. Participate in site visits and field assessments, as needed. Support the evaluation of new technologies and design methodologies to improve system performance and cost-effectiveness. Maintain accurate documentation and version control of design files and project records Job Qualifications A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, or related field is required A master's degree is a plus A minimum of 4 years of experience in utility-scale solar PV design or a related engineering role is required Experience using PVSyst to create energy production estimates Experience with using solar layout design tools such as Plant Predict, Rated Power, Design Pro, PVCase, PVFarm, or similar tools to generate early-stage solar farm layouts Experience in designing solar meteorological measurement campaigns and reviewing solar plant performance test results is a plus Experience supporting the solar projects under construction is a plus Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage customer relationships Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and has a sound understanding of business concepts Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering, Design, and Strategy/Planning Industries Staffing and Recruiting Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave #J-18808-Ljbffr