Our client company is one of the fastest growing private solar energy companies in the country. Their annual revenue growth rate has been over 400% this year. They are highly profitable with a long capital runway.

They provide unique end-to-end solutions for developing, building and managing large-scale solar photovoltaic systems for the enterprise, education, and municipal markets.

They have created solid alliances with top financial institutions, utility companies and embedded themselves within local communities. They believe their employees are extended work family and provide them with benefits and perks well above typical standards in the industry. Including 401K Savings plan with 4% company match.

JOB SUMMARY

The Development Engineering’s primary goal is to enable sales through thoughtful client interaction, the creation of technically feasible PV designs, accurate forecasting of production and cost, iterative value engineering, and the introduction of innovative technical solutions. As a Development Engineer, you will be responsible for preliminary technical system designs used in proposals for commercial and industrial solar PV and energy storage projects.

Candidates must demonstrate keen interest and knowledge of the solar PV industry and a proven ability to efficiently and effectively multi- task in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. The Development Engineer works closely with the development and project engineering teams and reports directly to the Senior Development Engineer.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate technical ownership of responsible projects in development
• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of the Company’s technical design standards and methodologies
• Perform project feasibility studies
• Identify technical constraints associated with proposals
• Effectively represent company while performing technical site visits
• Create accurate and timely system performance models in PVsyst and Helioscope
• Evaluate and select equipment to optimize system economics, functionality, reliability, and safety
• Create preliminary drawings including site plans and system one lines in AutoCAD
• Compile engineering submittals for proposals
• Perform cost/benefit analysis of design and technology variants to optimize economic and performance outcomes
• Bid and manage outside environmental and engineering consultants
• Develop site constraint plans using civil, environmental, & interconnection considerations
• Continually seek new equipment and design methodologies for PV systems
• Develop and update design tools and guides
• Other duties, as assigned

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Structural, or Mechanical)
• Years of demonstrated experience in Solar PV System Design:

          Development Engineer 1: 0+ years

          Development Engineer 2: 1+ years

          Development Engineer 3: 3+ years

• Understanding of the NEC, IBC, IFC, and other relevant electrical & building codes as they pertain to solar PV design
• Strong understanding of physical, electrical, and structural construction plans
• PV system performance modeling in PVsyst or Helioscope
• Software experience: Google SketchUp, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS (or similar)
• Strong MS Excel skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment
• Strong Planning, organization, and prioritization skills
• Valid state driver’s license, clean DMV driving record
• Currently holds or is in the process of obtaining NABCEP Certification