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Solar Project Engineer

$80k - $110k

Solar Landscape

Solar Project Engineer

Solar Landscape is the nation's leading distributed energy infrastructure company, transforming commercial real estate into a source of new power by deploying solar and storage at scale. Partnering with more than 170+ commercial real estate owners, the company develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed energy projects that deliver new capacity to the grid in as little as 12 months while generating long-term income for commercial and industrial property owners.

Proven by our performance, backed by institutional capital, and trusted by the biggest names in commercial real estate, we're building the future of energy, and it shows:

  • Recognized by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. in 2025
  • Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies
  • Ranked the #1 commercial rooftop solar developer by Solar Power World in both 2025 and 2026

That doesn't happen without a team of smart, driven, and down-to-earth people who are serious about doing excellent work—and fun to work with. At Solar Landscape, you'll be challenged, trusted with responsibility, and surrounded by people who thrive in our fast-paced environment. Career growth here isn't limited by title or a rigid path: people who take ownership and deliver are given opportunities to stretch, lead, and make an impact. Along the way, you'll be supported by great benefits, professional development, and a culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and accountability.

Across our headquarters in Asbury Park, New Jersey and our offices in New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore, Solar Landscape employees are building something that matters, deploying critical energy infrastructure that creates long-term value for communities, property owners, and the grid. Come join us.

We are seeking a Solar Project Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the development and execution of high-quality solar energy projects. As a Project Engineer at Solar Landscape, you will be responsible for hands-on design and overseeing external consultant design development of Solar Photovoltaic systems. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional passionate about renewable energy and innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver design and problem-solving services that support project schedules to the assigned project teams.
  • Plan and lead the design development effort for all assigned project teams.
  • Support Design team as part of initial training process and where needed thereafter.
  • Oversee/Design/Support commercial and grid supplied Solar Photovoltaic systems.
  • Prepare technical drawings, specifications of PV systems to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements.
  • Conduct detailed site evaluations.
  • Coordinate with structural, electrical, geotechnical, and civil Professional Engineers during design process to assure the design meets technical and code requirements. Manage professional engineer review process to obtain PE stamps on drawing packages.
  • Provide technical support to Commercial Sales and Finance for the development of technical proposals and customer presentations.
  • Participate in meetings and technical presentations to customers, investors, and PV technical community.
  • Provide engineering/technical input and direction to site evaluation, interconnect agreements and other associated tasks.
  • Work with appropriate electric utilities to prepare and process interconnection paperwork.
  • Review specifications for purchases of materials or equipment.
  • Identify appropriate equipment for use in PV systems and perform technical qualification of vendors.
  • Support Project Management and construction team with ongoing technical support, RFI's, and As-builts.
  • Review of other design engineers' work during design phase.
  • Lead cross-functional design reviews.
  • Develop necessary customer deliverables such as concept module layouts, single line diagrams, equipment or material specifications, engineering validation, 3-D renderings, and photo simulations.
  • Assist with Request for Proposal (RFP) reviews, technical writing, and response coordination.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Structural, or Civil preferred).
  • 2+ years of experience in solar.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office Suite.
  • Experience in electrical, mechanical, structural, or civil engineering design.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Acute attention to detail and strong judgment in decision-making.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and execute projects effectively.

$80,000 - $110,000 a year Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:

  • Training / Professional development opportunities
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Summer Fridays
  • Flexible remote/hybrid work options
  • Paid parental leave
  • Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
  • Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance

Solar Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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